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CASUAL - Research Intern

CompanyDurham University
LocationDurham
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 20, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The casual research intern will support the UKRI-funded SAT-Guard project, specifically within the Social Science work package, by processing raw interview data into an analyzable format. This involves listening to audio recordings and cross-checking them against transcripts to ensure accuracy.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
11
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
As a UK Top 10 Department, we are committed to high quality teaching and research. We are located in the beautiful city of Durham in a brand new purpose built building along shared with Maths. We are proud of the emphasis we place on equality, diversity and inclusion. See our website to find out more about our programmes and our recent research and impact achievements
About the Role

The University 

At Durham University we are proud of our people.  A globally outstanding centre of educational excellence, a collegiate community of extraordinary people, and a unique and historical setting – Durham is a university like no other.  We believe that inspiring our people to do outstanding things at Durham enables Durham people to do outstanding things professionally and personally.

 

Across the University we have a vast variety of roles and career opportunities, which together make us a large and successful community, that is a key hub of activity within our region and nationally.  We would be thrilled if you would consider joining our thriving University.

 

Further information about the University can be found here.

 

The role:

A casual research intern is sought to support the UKRI-funded, interdisciplinary SAT-Guard project SAT-Guard - Durham University. The intern be involved in the Social Science work package, and assist with the processing of raw interview data into a format that is ready to analyse. The role is offered on an as-needed, casual basis, and will involve listening to audio recordings and cross-checking them against transcripts to verify accuracy. This vacancy is suitable for a final year undergraduate student in Anthropology, Geography, or another related discipline, who is looking to gain real-world experience of qualitative data processing.



The below role descriptor seeks to capture the main requirements of the role consistently, providing a summary of the key duties of the flexible role to help in setting expectations for applicants, flexible workers and line managers. They are not intended to cover all duties which may be required.

Role

Responsibilities

Research Intern 

Casual rate

Under instruction and following appropriate training:

  • Work alongside the team to contribute to the delivery of research project(s)

  • Develop experience and skills from working in a real-world research environment

  • Contribute specific skills (i.e. technical, research, subject specific knowledge) to the research work of the department

  • Plan and prioritise own work, adhering to agreed deliverables and timeframes and referring any issues with workload or timeframes to colleagues

Essential criteria for the role:

  • High level of attention to detail

  • Fluency in English and familiarity regional with accents

  • Ability to follow instructions accurately

  • Competent user of Word

  • Ability to manage own time and keep good records of hours spent working on the project

To apply for the role please complete the online application process, uploading a copy of your CV and covering letter. The covering letter should detail how your skills and experience match the essential criteria and why you would like the job.

Key Skills
Attention To DetailEnglish FluencyRegional Accent FamiliarityInstruction FollowingMicrosoft Word ProficiencyTime ManagementRecord Keeping
Categories
Science & ResearchEducation