Researcher Academy

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Our postgraduate placements are designed to help you recognise the breadth of your potential and highlight future opportunities.

About our placements

Each placement involves a discrete project at an external organisation for which the postgraduate researcher acts as a specialist consultant. The placements are delivered in partnership with a wide range of employers from small local businesses to multinational organisations. 

We generally offer two types of placement:

  • part-time projects, up to 200 hours, for a period of 3-6 months.

  • full-time 3 month internships.

Are you a postgraduate at the University of Nottingham?

If so, register with us on MyCareer
Why register?

  • Receive weekly email updates of vacancies.

  • Let us know what kind of projects interest you.

  • Receive emails highlighting vacancies relevant to your skills and experience.

 

 

Current Vacancies

  • Global Market Researcher for Home Hair Colour Brand
    Application closing date: 13 May 2025
    Location: United Kingdom
    Exclusive to MSc Business School postgraduates, this placement offers hands-on experience researching international markets for a disruptive beauty brand. You'll analyse trends, assess competitors, and propose launch strategies for global expansion. Ideal for candidates with strong research, data analysis, and marketing skills, this role provides direct exposure to a fast-growing brand and industry leaders.
  • Marketing & Outreach Project Lead
    Application closing date: 13 May 2025
    Location: United Kingdom
    Are you a mission-driven MSc postgraduate passionate about using your business acumen for social good? This remote 100-hour placement, open exclusively to MSc students from the Business School, offers a unique opportunity to join a dynamic charity working to transform how social policy is designed and implemented in the UK.

 

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Find out about our Researcher Academy placements

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Read case studies from placements alumni and hosts

 

 

Researcher Academy

University of Nottingham
Highfield House, University Park
Nottingham, NG7 2RD

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