Student Intern Science

Location

Inverness

Salary

25725 - 25970 pro rata 1 FTE

Application Deadline

Sunday October 4 2026

Job Profile

Job Summary

*This vacancy is only open to UHI students. Please do not apply if you are not studying at UHI*

Student Intern Science

6 hours per week (0.17 FTE)

9 Month Fixed-Term Contract

Salary Grade A 25725 - 25970 per annum pro-rata 1 FTE

We are one of the largest partners of the University of the Highlands and Islands a partnership of 11 colleges and research institutions comprising Scotlands newest university.

As the UKs leading tertiary education provider we deliver both further education and higher education courses and that makes us different from traditional institutions. Through an innovative approach to learning and some of the best online learning technologies we offer our students the complete learner journey where they have choice and flexibility to study from access level right through to PhD.

UHI Inverness is at the heart of the community. Working closely with businesses and stakeholders our curriculum and research capacity is designed to meet the ever-evolving needs of industry and support the strengths and ambitions of the region. Through a personalised approach we help our students discover their right path providing them with a combination of qualification and job-ready skills to succeed in the workplace. UHI Inverness has locations at Inverness Campus and also the Scottish School of Forestry (Balloch) a growing hub for research innovation and enterprise set within a 215 acre site.

We are seeking an enthusiastic dedicated member of staff to work with us as a Student Intern Science on a Fixed term contract.

Job Purpose:

Applications are being invited from students with experience in the Science Technology and/or Engineering fields of study.

Key Accountabilities:

This exciting opportunity will have you partaking in a wide range of responsibilities including maintaining and preparing materials and equipment for practical lab sessions presenting at Open Day/Evening events to promote the study of Science and ensuring a safe day to day running of the science area.

Essential Criteria:

SCQF Level 6 qualification or equivalent (for example HNC SVQ 3 in a relevant discipline)/ or experience in a technical/lab environment. At Intern level working towards this level of qualification is acceptable

IT skills in MS Office

Ability to work effectively as a team member in a fast-moving environment providing an effective service to a wide variety of clients

Ability to prioritise and organise individual and team tasks effectively and in accordance with the requirements of service level agreements

Key behaviour competencies:

• Working with others
• Communicating and Influencing
• Customer Focus
• Adaptability
• Organising and Delivery
• Health and Safety

Please note: the successful post holder will need to pass a satisfactory PVG Scheme check through Disclosure Scotland prior to commencing employment.

Application Closing Date: 4^th October 2026

Shortlisting will take place on 5^th October 2026

Interviews weekcommencing 8^th October 2026

Please note that UHI Inverness does not hold a sponsorship licence for work visas. Applicants must therefore already have the legal right to work in the UK through their own status or visa arrangements. Unfortunately we are unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship at this time.

If you have any queries about the application process or to request a manual application form please contact the Human Resources Department on or on .

Requests for feedback following interview are welcomed however due to the high volume of applications we receive we are unable to provide feedback on applications that have not been shortlisted for interview.

Required Experience:

Intern