Students are required to complete a six-month internship. Each internship will be supervised by a pair of supervisors, consisting of one academic supervisor from HKUST(GZ) and one industrial supervisor. Students are encouraged to seek internships that align with their career development goals. Scholarships will be awarded to those who successfully secure internships through their own initiative.

The assessment of the internship comprises two parts. The first part involves an oral examination and an Open Topic Report. The second part is the Final Report. Each oral presentation typically lasts one hour, including the question-and-answer session. The Open Topic Report will be evaluated based on the scientific merit, feasibility, and technical challenges of the proposed topic. The Final Report will assess the progress of industry collaboration, the final outcomes from the internship, and the students' gains.