Internships

Join MAK-AI  for a transformative 2026 undergraduate internship. Work on real-world projects across Software Development, Computer Vision, and Natural Language Processing while contributing to impactful solutions in health, agriculture, and social sectors.

Mak-AI Undergraduate Internship Program 2026
The Makerere University Center for Artificial Intelligence  is pleased to announce its undergraduate internship program for 2026. As a multidisciplinary research hub, the lab is dedicated to leveraging artificial intelligence and data science to solve complex challenges, particularly within the context of health, agriculture, and social impact in Uganda.

We invite motivated undergraduate students to apply for a hands-on research experience where they will work alongside experts on high-impact projects.

Internship Overview

  • Period: June – September 2026

  • Nature: Multidisciplinary Research & Development

  • Focus Areas: While we welcome students from various backgrounds, the core of our work centers on Computing, Statistics, Mathematics, and Technical Writing.

Who Should Apply?

We are looking for curious, hardworking undergraduates who are eager to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world datasets and problems. Ideal candidates should have:

  • A strong foundation in their primary field of study.

  • An interest in how AI can be used for societal benefit.

  • The ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, research-driven environment.

Selection Process

Admission into the internship program is competitive and involves a three-stage process:

  1. Application Review: An initial screening of all submitted documents.

  2. Oral Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview to discuss their technical skills and research interests.

  3. Final Selection: Successful candidates will be notified based on their interview performance and academic alignment.

Important dates

  1. Application Window  – 20th March– 3rd April 2026
  2. Initial Selection Notification – 10th April 2026
  3. Oral Interviews – 13th April – 17th April 2026
  4. Final Selection Notification – 24th April 2026
Note: These dates are tentative and subject to change. Applicants are encouraged to monitor official lab communications for any updates.
 

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