FAQs

HKLSS Life Sciences Summer Internship Program offers various positions of relevance to life sciences and biotech. MRes, MPhil or PhD students will be prioritised for R&D positions.

Apart from working in the research and development department, you may be assigned to intern at our partner company on business/product development, investment, project management or marketing communications, etc. We encourage applicants to break through the boundaries and explore the different roles in the life sciences/biotech/biomedical sciences industry.

Yes, all interns are required to complete the full 7-week program. In addition to a six-week internship, interns are expected to participate in all Program activities, including pre- and post-internship events, i.e. Orientation, Study Tour, Opening and Closing Ceremonies, Weekend Programs etc.

Senior-year undergraduate or postgraduate students aged 18 or above, with an academic qualification in life sciences, biomedical sciences, medicine, data science or business (with a science or tech focus). This Program is also open to students who are studying abroad. 

Priority will be given to MRes, MPhil or PhD students when considering interns for R&D positions. 

Final-year students and fresh graduates are welcome.

Recent graduates and applicants with other relevant backgrounds will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

No. Applicants must verify their eligibility to work on their desired locations. Applicants without a valid work permit will not be considered.

As many internship positions require a certain level of industry knowledge and academic training, employer companies may prioritise students in their senior year. However, applications from junior-year students are also welcome and will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

You can indicate your interested area(s) and location preference (Hong Kong, Shanghai, or Shenzhen) in the online application. HKLSS and the participating companies will take it into account during the job mapping.

Applicants will be shortlisted based on their academic performance, past working experience, and interview performance etc.

Yes, virtual interviews may be arranged for applicants abroad.

All interns will be paid upon completion of the internship. As companies may have different remuneration policies, allowance levels may vary.

Yes. As the number of positions is limited, HKLSS aims to identify the most outstanding and dedicated candidates.

The deposit for all successful applicants shall be HK$2,500. The above fee, to be paid after accepting the offer, will be returned to the intern upon completion of the internship.

HKLSS will arrange and include accommodation and insurance for interns working in the Chinese Mainland. Return transportation is provided for interns in Shanghai. HKLSS staff will contact selected interns regarding specific details and arrangements.