Are you a student or recent graduate eager to dive into the world of research? Look no further! The goal of the Summer Internship Program at DDI is to provide you with the skills and experience needed for a successful career in biomedical and/or clinical research.
To apply to the program, scan the QR Code below or click HERE.
At DDI, a plethora of diabetes research projects and initiatives await exploration, ranging from type 1 and 2 diabetes and their complications, such as childhood and adolescent obesity, and more. As an intern, you will receive supervision tailored to your assigned project, whilst gaining insight into our research endeavors and activities.
In addition to varying duties based on your department and sector, as a summer intern at DDI, you will gain exposure to the following:
- Knowledge Transfer: Attending seminars, lectures, and journal club meetings.
- Hands-On Experience: Learning core research principles and practicing them.
- Other Transferable Skills: Using teamwork, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, time management, adaptability, and creativity in your day-to-day activities.
Internship Timelines & Application Deadlines
The Summer Internship Program 2025 will be conducted from June 15 to August 7, 2025.
| Internship | Timeline | Applications Open | Application Deadline |
| Summer | June 15 – August 7 | February 6 | May 10 |
Working hours
The working hours are 7:30 am to 3:00 pm from Sunday to Thursday.
Eligibility Criteria
All applications must:
- Be a resident of Kuwait with a valid Civil ID.
- Be a student or recent graduate from a biomedical, medical or related fields (< 6 months since graduation).
- Provide an updated résumé.
- Provide the most recent academic transcript.
How to apply
All interested applicants must complete the online Internship Application Form and upload all required documents prior to the deadline.
Please note: Failure to submit your résumé, latest academic transcript, and valid civil ID will result in automatic disqualification of your application. “Academic transcript” refers to the latest official school record showing you courses and grades along with degree or program information.
Internship specializations
You must choose one sector and two preferred departments specializations, out of which only one will be assigned to you (on a first-come first-served basis).
| Research Sector | Medical Sector |
| 1. Genetics & Bioinformatics | 1. Diagnostic & Imaging Center |
| 2. Biochemistry & Molecular Biology | 2. Nutrition |
| 3. Immunology & Microbiology | 3. Clinical Laboratory |
| 4. Population Health | 4. Pharmacy |
| 5. Bioenergetics | 5. Education & Training |
| 6. Animal and Imaging Core Facility | 6. Podiatry |
| 7. Special Services Facility | 7. Dose Adjustment For Normal Eating (DAFNE) |
| 8. Translational Research | 8. Clinical Care Research & Trials |
After Applying
Your application will be reviewed by the committee, and the selected applicants will be notified via email. Please note that applications via email or in person will not be entertained or considered.
Questions?
Your journey to a transformative summer experience begins at DDI!
You can direct your questions to:
Ms. Rawaa Al Touq
Internship Coordinator
Dasman Diabetes Institute
Email: summerinternship@dasmaninstitute.org
Phone: 22242999 Ext: 2255
