2027 Summer Internship - Applied Scientist (Applied Sciences)

Location: Work base at the Global Innovation & Technology Centre, Melbourn, Cambridge, United Kingdom. Flexible working is available, but the role is based at the Cambridge site.

Salary potential: £26,230

Company

hirify.global is an international consultancy that combines strategy, science, design, engineering, technology, and innovation to help clients address complex challenges.

What you will do

• Apply scientific knowledge to real-world challenges across healthcare, sustainability, consumer products, defence, and other sectors.
• Support the development of medical devices, novel sensors, new materials, therapies, and consumer products.
• Contribute to projects ranging from concept ideation and scientific research through prototype manufacture and product launch.
• Perform hands-on laboratory work and desk-based research within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Work with consultants, scientists, engineers, clients, start-ups, public-sector organisations, and corporate partners.

Requirements

• Completed or currently studying toward an undergraduate degree in Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Biophysics, Biochemistry, Materials Science, or an equivalent subject.
• Currently in the penultimate year of university; students intending to return to university after the internship to complete an MSc are also eligible.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and adaptable thinking skills.
• Ability to explain complex ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborative, proactive, reliable, and comfortable working in high-performance multidisciplinary environments.
• Available for an 8–10 week internship starting in June 2027.

Culture & Benefits

• Coaching and guidance from experienced consultants and applied scientists.
• Opportunities to broaden technical and consulting experience through challenging projects and programmes.
• Flexible working alongside a designated Cambridge work base.
• Private healthcare, 25 days of annual leave, additional holiday purchase options, and a company pension scheme.
• Performance-based bonus, tax-efficient benefits, and opportunities to participate in community and charity initiatives.

Hiring process

• Application form, online assessments, technical assessment, and pre-screen telephone interview.
• Final assessment centre including a technical assessment.
• Adjustments and accommodations are available during the application and interview process.