Students in any School and programme across the University are welcome to gain research or work experience in CINN, irrespective of their field of study, subject to capacity.
Please note that CINN does not take on students on voluntary placements outside of a course curriculum. Job and paid internship opportunities are advertised in our jobs and opportunities webpages.
Undergraduate Students
Placements at CINN can be undertaken as a part of the year-long professional placement, UROP programme or placement module. In cases were CINN-based placement opportunities are advertised, please follow the relevant application process.
If you would like to work at the CINN or with one of our researchers but see no opportunities advertised, please contact staff directly or email us at cinn@reading.ac.uk. Include in your email your interests and motivation for working with us, as well as any research themes or investigators you might be interested in working with (find information in the People and Research pages).
Postgraduate Students
Placements at CINN can be undertaken as a part of PhD interdisciplinary placement opportunities. The Cognitive Neuroscience masters’ programme at UoR also offers 320 hours of placement work with CINN researchers. In cases were CINN-based placement opportunities are advertised, please follow the relevant application process.
If you would like to work at the CINN or with one of our researchers but see no opportunities advertised, please contact staff directly or email us at cinn@reading.ac.uk. Include in your email your interests and motivation for working with us, as well as any research themes or investigators you might be interested in working with (find information in the People and Research pages).
Information for Students
Please note that CINN does not take on students on voluntary placements outside of a course curriculum. Job and paid internship opportunities are advertised in our jobs and opportunities webpages.
If CINN is not part of your institution’s placement scheme, you may still be able to join us. Here’s how:
1. Check with Your Placement Coordinator
Since your proposed placement will be part of your curriculum, it’s crucial to discuss your plans with your programme’s placement coordinator. Make sure to get their approval before proceeding.
2. Contact CINN Directly
Once you’ve received approval from your coordinator, email us at cinn@reading.ac.uk to explore the possibility of gaining research or work experience at CINN. Include in your email your interests and motivation for working with us, as well as any research themes or investigators you might be interested in working with (find information in the People and Research pages).
Information for Staff
If you would like to organise visits or work experience opportunities for your students, please email cinn@reading.ac.uk directly.
Please note that CINN does not take on students on voluntary placements outside of a course curriculum. Job and paid internship opportunities are advertised in our jobs and opportunities webpages.