Research Internship
Educational Objectives
During their internship at a research institution affiliated with university or outside
academia, students gain experience in practical research in the field of bioinformatics or
related areas. In particular, participants should develop skills in project coordination and
handling as well as refine their teamwork competences.
Content
Current research topics from the area of bioinformatics.
Scope
300 hours, at least 270 hours of which is spent on-site engaging in the internship.
Duration
At least 7 weeks
Active Participation
Supervision talks, Internship report, 5–10 pages, and ungraded final
presentation (approx. 30 minutes), which is typically given in the instructor’s group seminar.
Procedure
- Find an internship position[1] and supervisor, e.g. at the working groups involved in the study program.
- Find a instructor [2] and fill out the registration form (or have it filled out). Take or send it to the examination office.
- Register the internship in Campus Management (as soon as possible).
- Complete the internship and have it confirmed using the “Certification of a Research Internship” form [3].
- Write the report and present it to your instructor.
- Give the final presentation.
- Have the “Certification of a Research Internship” signed by your mentor.
- Take or send the certification to the examination office.
[1]Internship positions: Initiative is desired. Possibilities include both research institutions and
institutes associated with a university and those outside academia (possibly even in other
countries).
[2]Instructors within the master’s degree program in bioinformatics who are authorized to give exams. (Instructor and supervisor may be the same person)
[3]It is advisable to have the institution where the internship was completed issue a certificate of the internship (in addition to the form). This should contain your name, date of birth, duration (number of hours) and type of activity on official letterhead of the company, plus stamp and signature.