Tag: Master’s Students

Get involved at Imperial Lates 2026-27

Imperial Lates are returning this autumn with three exciting new themes. These fun and free post-work events are a great night out, as well as a fantastic opportunity for Imperial staff and students to get experience in public engagement in a laid-back setting.

Whether you’re a seasoned Public Engagement expert or have never taken your work outside the lab, the Lates team wants to hear from you! Fully developed activities or initial ideas are equally welcome, and the team can help you to develop your proposition into a talk, exhibit or workshop.

Please complete the open call Qualtrics form to register your interest, and if you have any questions about the ideas submission process, please get in touch via email (lates@imperial.ac.uk)

This year’s themes are:

  1. Robots (29 October 2026) – we are looking for any research or projects related to robots, tech or automation. We are also open to some ideas about AI and machine learning. To be considered please submit your idea as soon as possible, and definitely by 25 August 2026 (17:00).
  2. African Science (3 December 2026) – This event will celebrate research collaborations across the African continent and showcase how research and innovation projects involving Imperial teams creating impact on the ground. To be considered, please submit your proposal as soon as possible, and no later than 5 October 2026 (17:00).
  3. Staying Connected (28 Jan 2027) – we would be interested in research projects looking at any aspect that helps improve the ability to stay connected in the modern day – anything from satellites, telecommunications, attraction, networks, internet, social media, social isolation, policies around remote working, digital inclusions or activities that support networking and building connections. This event may also have links to Valentines Day and/or LGBTQ+ History Month. Please submit your idea by 17 November 2026 (17:00).

If none of these quite fit with your area of expertise, you can still get involved as a volunteer! Volunteers keep everything running smoothly and can have a go at several roles, such as welcoming guests, supporting researchers or artists taking part in a workshop or talk or capturing social media content for Imperial channels. If you are an Imperial staff member or student interested in volunteering at Imperial Lates, you can sign up to the volunteer portal to be notified when shifts open.

Paid student job opportunity – become a Welcome Ambassador (apply by 26 Aug)

Applications are now open for the Welcome Ambassador scheme 2026! Welcome Ambassadors play a crucial role in supporting the experience of our new undergraduate and postgraduate students at Imperial during the Welcome season at the start of term. Working alongside volunteer staff Ambassadors, student Ambassadors provide on-the-ground support in four main areas:

  • Move-in team: helping new students move into halls of residence on move-in days.
  • Event support: working as ushers, coordinators and even co-hosts of the various Welcome events.
  • Welcome Hub: be a friendly face on campus, answering student queries and offering practical guidance and information.
  • Campus tours: give new students a guided tour of some of the main areas of campus.

You might remember an Ambassador in a bright purple t-shirt helping you move your possessions or providing you campus directions on your first day!

This paid role is perfect for any returning student (UG or PG) who is friendly, organised, approachable and proactive. You can find out more about the scheme and how to apply on the Welcome Ambassador recruitment webpage.

The deadline for applications is 09.00 on Wednesday 26 August but applications may close early if there are enough applications so don’t wait. If you have any questions, please contact welcome-to-imperial@imperial.ac.uk.

 

Ideathon: Addressing the Future of Travel in an age of Climate Change (7 Oct)

What does the future of global travel look like in an age of climate change?
How can a world-renowned institution like Imperial maintain its global community and reach, and take responsibility for the impact of staff and student air travel on the environment?
Imperial wants to hear your voice!  Whether you have been at Imperial for a few years or just joined as a new student or staff member, join us for an interactive Ideathon, designed to foster solutions to minimise and manage our excess emissions from air travel.
Imperial’s Sustainability Hub is inviting you to a unique opportunity for you to help shape Imperial’s approach, future initiatives and contribute towards potential policies!
The event will be held on Wednesday 7 October, 12:00-17:00. Lunch will be provided for workshop participants.

2027–28 Azrieli International Postdoctoral Fellowship (deadline: 11 Nov)

The 2027–28 Azrieli International Postdoctoral Fellowship supports outstanding postdoctoral researchers from any discipline based at academic institutions in Israel, providing a monthly stipend of 14,000 NIS for up to three years.

The deadline for applications is November 11, 2026.

Please note that applicants must secure an academic sponsor in Israel prior to submitting their application.

Azrieli International Visiting PhD Fellowship (deadline: 15 Sept)

The Azrieli International Visiting PhD Fellowship allows PhD candidates to undertake short-term research stays at top universities in Israel, offering 12,000 NIS per month over a four-month period. Spring 2027 applications must be submitted by September 15, 2026.

Please note that applicants must secure an academic sponsor in Israel prior to submitting their application.

SWiFT Improv Course (6 weekly sessions from 19 August)

Practical skills for study, research and life…

Whether you’re giving presentations, collaborating in the lab, preparing for interviews, working in teams or simply looking to build confidence and resilience, these sessions are for you…
SWiFT Improv – 6 weekly sessions beginning Tuesday 19 August (And no—this definitely isn’t an acting course!)

Say “yes, and…” to building confidence, flexibility and focus in a fun, supportive environment. Applied improvisation develops the confidence, communication, creativity and adaptability needed to thrive at university—helping you think on your feet, work effectively with others and respond positively to the unexpected.

You’ll also develop executive skills that support academic success, including:

  • Sustaining attention
  • Working memory
  • Inhibition response
  • Flexibility
  • Time management

Practicing applied improvisation can:

  • Foster collaboration
  • Build confidence
  • Improve wellbeing
  • Give your brain a break and enhance creativity

What you will learn:

  • Why improvisation is increasingly used in science, healthcare, engineering and education
  • Positive impacts of improv on everyday life and in the lab
  • The communication and collaboration skills used by experienced improvisers

What you will do:

  • Try out some short-form improv games in a safe space
  • Laugh, and have fun
  • Celebrate mistakes and risks, seeing them as opportunities for creativity

No scripts. No acting experience. No pressure. Just practical skills, laughter and a supportive group.

Contact, Emma Morrison e.morrison@imperial.ac.uk to book your place on the waiting list.

Evidence-informed: Research suggests applied improvisation can enhance confidence, communication, collaboration, creativity and psychological wellbeing.

 

Paid opportunity with Sustainable Imperial – Workshop Facilitator (deadline: 08 Sept)

Sustainable Imperial is seeking experienced facilitators to support the running of an Imperial-wide citizen’s assembly-style event to be hosted on Weds 7 October. The event, ‘Planet Ideathon: Addressing the Future of Travel in an age of Climate Change’ will be an interactive half-day workshop aimed at addressing the challenges of reaching net zero while conducting valuable international travel, with facilitated small group sessions to support ideation of solutions for Imperial’s residual emissions. The event will cover themes around residual emissions, carbon budgets, offsetting, insetting, carbon markets and international travel.

Application deadlines for these positions is 5pm on Tues 8 September

Find out more & Apply

 

Paid opportunity with Sustainable Imperial – Event Coordinator (deadline: 18 Aug)

Sustainable Imperial is hiring an Event Coordinator to provide support in the run up to their Planet Ideathon workshop on Weds 7 October. If you have event coordinating and outreach experience, please apply by 5pm on Tues 18 Aug.

Find out more & Apply

 

Aeronautics Research Showcase (08 September 2026)

Discover the breadth of innovation shaping the future of aeronautics at our biennial Research Showcase on 8 September 2026 at the Huxley Building, South Kensington.

From sustainable aviation and composites to robotics, materials, data science and fluid dynamics, the Department of Aeronautics brings together a diverse community of researchers tackling some of the most pressing challenges in engineering today.

The showcase highlights not only our work in aviation and space, but also research with impact across energy, climate, healthcare technologies and beyond.

Join us to explore cutting-edge research, connect with academics and industry partners, and gain insight into the ideas driving the next generation of engineering solutions.

Register your place

13.00–18.00, Tuesday 8 September
Clore Lecture Theatre, Huxley Building
South Kensington Campus

We look forward to welcoming you!

Walk-ins will be accepted on the day, on a first-come, first-served basis.

If you have any questions, please email aero-comms@imperial.ac.uk.