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Entrepreneurial Internship Programme 2023-2024

The Entrepreneurial Internship Programme (EIP) offers students a unique opportunity to gain practical working experience in innovation and entrepreneurship through an internship with HKU I&E Units as well as HKU-Supported Startups.  

 

As EIP interns, students have the opportunity to contribute to the University’s innovation and entrepreneurship initiatives while working closely with startup founders and entrepreneurial teams. Through these practical experiences, participants can develop an entrepreneurial mindset, strengthen their innovation capabilities, and acquire valuable workplace skills in a dynamic startup environment. 

STUDENT BENEFITS

  • Acquire direct, practical experience in research commercialisation and develop a deeper understanding of HKU’s vibrant I&E ecosystem;

  • Bridge the gap between theory and practice by applying your academic knowledge to actual entrepreneurial and innovation scenarios, significantly boosting your practical skills; and

  • Sharpen your problem-solving, teamwork, and professional capabilities through active participation in startup initiatives both within the university and the wider startup environment.

ELIGIBILITIES

  • Current HKU students in their second year of undergraduate studies or above (in 2026/27), or postgraduates from all disciplines;

  • Strong interest in tech innovations, start-up operational models, venture capital, or the commercialisation of intellectual property (IP);

  • All majors are welcome (foundational knowledge in data analysis, digital marketing, engineering, biotechnology, or business administration is preferred for specific technical startup roles); and

  • Non-local students: Eligible to apply provided they hold a valid No-Objection Letter (NOL) issued by the Hong Kong Immigration Department.

INTERNSHIP TIMELINE & DETAILS

SCHEDULE

Intern with HKU I&E Units
Deadline 18 Sep 2026

Open for Application: Please Click Here
11 Sep 2026 | 11:00-12:00 | Inno Wing 2 (TBC)

Briefing Session: Register here
21 - 25 Sep 2026

Interview
28 Sep 2026

Result Announcement
5 Oct 2026 | 10:00 - 11:00 | iDendron@HKU

Orientation and Onboarding for EIP Candidates
Oct 2026 - May 2027

Internship Period (Total of 80-160 hours)

 

Probation Period

  • [Oct – Nov] 2 months’ probation

 

On-Job Training:

  • [Oct] IP Management Workshops
  • [Nov] Venture Development
  • [Nov] Fundraising 101
  • [Oct – Nov] Entrepreneurship Academy (intern must attend at least 40% of the total classes)
    **More workshops will be organised over time 

 

**Selected students may choose to enrol in the credit-bearing courses: i) INTC2001 Innovations for the Future (I-School), and ii) IIMT2628 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Internship (Business School), subject to faculty & instructor approvals.

 
31 May 2027

Internship Ends
SCHEDULE

Intern with Founder (Startup)
Ongoing

Open for Application: Please Click Here

Credits from CEDARS
The “Intern with Founder“ Programme is an ongoing year-round programme under the Credit Award Scheme for Out-of-classroom Learning Experiences, subject to CEDARS Office approvals.

 

Notes:

  1. Students will have the opportunity to contribute to various incubation program, assist in the organization of annual I&E programs, such as Start-up Demo Day and Impact Day, as well as conducting IP analysis, managing start-up database, and other related tasks.

  2. The arrangement for the "Intern with HKU I&E Units" and the "Intern with Founder" may differ. Please consult our staff member, Nicholas, at 3917 3194 or via email at nickooi@hku.hk, for any inquiries.