Internship

Date: 24 Jul 2023

Students are required to complete a guaranteed internship with a duration of 6 months. Each internship will be supervised by one academic supervisor at HKUST(GZ) and one industrial supervisor as a pair.

The assessment of the internship comprises of two parts. The first part consists of an oral examination and one Open Topic Report. The second part is based on one Final Report, in the form of an oral examination. Each oral presentation should normally take approximately one hour. The Open Topic Report will be examined based on the scientific value, feasibility and technical challenges of the proposed topic. The Final Report will examine the industry collaboration progress, final output from the internship and gains of the students.

IPEN 6050

Internship I

3 Credit(s)

Description

This course provides students with supervised internship experience of 3 months in technology and policy-related fields (the first part of a 6-month internship). It provides students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in the industry, applying the knowledge and skills acquired throughout their academic program. Under the guidance of both academic supervisors and industry mentors, students will work on real-world projects related to technology and policy. This hands-on experience will enable students to develop a deeper understanding of how their expertise can be applied to address various disruptive technology challenges faced by organizations. Throughout the internship, students will enhance their problem-solving abilities, professional communication skills, and industry-specific knowledge, preparing them for successful careers.

IPEN 6051

Internship II

3 Credit(s)

Description

This course provides students with supervised internship experience of 3 months in technology and policy-related fields (the second part of a 6-month internship). It is an advanced industry training course that builds upon the knowledge and experience gained in IPEN 6050 Internship I. In this course, students will continue to work under the guidance of their academic supervisors and industry mentors to tackle more complex, real-world problems related to technology and policy. This course emphasizes the refinement of research skills, critical thinking, and professional development, preparing students to become leaders in the field of technology and policy.

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24 Jul 2023