Work experience

We aim to inspire the next generation of scientists by offering opportunities for young people to find out about research careers.

Our work experience placements for high school students provide hands-on experience of research as well as opportunities to talk to our scientists about their own career paths and the ethical, social and economic implications of their work.

Please note that work experience placements for school pupils at The Roslin Institute are only available to pupils aged 16 and over via our two placement programmes that run during the school summer break. We are not able to accept 'ad hoc' applications for placements throughout the year.

Science Insights

Science Insights is an exciting work experience programme that aims to give Scottish high school students in S5 an insight into research in biological, biomedical and animal science.

The programme was created by The Roslin Institute/Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, The Institute of Genetics and Cancer at The University of Edinburgh and now involves all six research institutes in the University of Edinburgh's College of Medicine and Veterinary Medicine

For more information about the Science Insights programme, including how to apply, please visit the Science Insights website.

Nuffield Research Placements

Nuffield Research Placements (now Research Placements & Experiences) are a part of a national scheme providing STEM work experience for secondary school pupils. We offer a limited number of placements at the Roslin Institute each summer, visit their website to find out more about eligibility requirements and how to apply.

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