Summer Intern (2 posts) (A&SS)

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge. 

As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching.

HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA.

For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk.

We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Arts and Social Sciences:

We are seeking highly motivated and detail-oriented Interns (Year 1 student or above) to join our team. This role involves research and administrative support for projects in Social Sciences. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic research environment.

Major Duties and Responsibilities
The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: 

• Providing research support in the area of Knowledge, attitudes and preferences of end-of-life care, death education and ageism;

• Liaising with NGOs for student development programmes in Social Sciences and Psychology; and

• Providing basic admin support for the aforementioned projects.

Candidates
Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence:

• Full-time undergraduates of the University (Year 1 student or above);

• Strong commitment, responsible and high motivation;

• Fluent in written and spoken Chinese (Cantonese) and English;

• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills; and

• Strong analytical and organizational skills to ensure accuracy in research and administrative tasks

Terms and Conditions for Appointment
Monthly Salary: HK$11,000
Other Benefit: In accordance with the statutory provisions
Work Duration: From 1 June 2026 to 31 August 2026

To Apply
Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. 

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