Summer Internships for Physics | UK & Europe

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Discussion Overview

The discussion focuses on seeking summer internships in physics within the UK and Europe. Participants share suggestions, advice, and personal interests related to potential internship opportunities in various physics subfields.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Technical explanation
  • Conceptual clarification
  • Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, Pete, is actively looking for summer internships in physics and has applied to CERN and inquired at GCHQ.
  • Another participant suggests that Pete consider his preferred subject areas to receive tailored internship suggestions.
  • Pete expresses interest in electro/magnetostatics, electrodynamics, plasma physics, and geophysics.
  • A participant proposes a list of companies related to electric power systems, mentioning ABB and Alstom as potential employers.
  • For plasma physics, it is suggested to look into European and international programs focused on fusion reactors, including ITER in France.
  • In terms of geophysics, a recommendation is made to explore opportunities in Norway or Scotland, particularly with petroleum companies involved in crude oil surveying.
  • Another participant encourages Pete to consider internships even if they are not in his primary area of interest, emphasizing the value of experience.
  • One participant expresses a desire for Pete to share his experiences and findings after pursuing these opportunities.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the importance of exploring various internship opportunities and the value of gaining experience, though specific suggestions vary based on personal interests and fields of study.

Contextual Notes

Some suggestions depend on the specific year of study, and there may be limitations based on the availability of internships at the mentioned companies and programs.

Who May Find This Useful

Students and early-career individuals interested in summer internships in physics, particularly those focused on electric power systems, plasma physics, and geophysics.

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Hello,

I am looking for summer internships at the moment in the UK or Europe in Physics. Does anyone have any suggestions or advice for placements?

So far I have applied for the CERN summer internship program, and enquired at GCHQ.

Many thanks,

Pete
 
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So you want hands-on-physics? think about what subject area you like the most. Then we I can give some suggestions (pending that it's something remotely applicable).
 
I don't really know, but the subjects I enjoy the most are probably electro/magnetostatics, electrodynamics and plasma physics. Also geophysics.

Thanks,
Pete
 
Depending on what year you are in, you get different choices. We can make a little nice bullet list.

Electric Power systems (a lot of Electromagnetic-applications, like distribution).

*ABB
*Alstom
(the only ones I know by heart that have a great deal of business in this area currently).

For plasma physics, I think you should look into the european and international programs that are researching new fusion reactors. I think england got one (if they still run it?), and ITER in france.

For geophysics I would recommend that you go to norway, or maybe scotland. There you have a lot of petroleum companies that certainly would like a intern in geophysics. You will probably help out in surveying the caches of crude oil in the north sea.

Be creative, and even if it's something that you aren't very interested in, just take it anyways. You will get experience, and if it was really boring, you will know.
 
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Thanks for the suggestions. Ill check out those companies and see if and when they do internships.
 
You know that it will be extremely nice if you reconnect with both your findings and how it went for you? just a friendly suggestion. :)
 

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