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Saltire Scholars Programme 2027
Paid 8-12 week summer internships (UK, international, or remote) for penultimate/final-year undergraduates at Scottish universities.
Undergraduate
Business, Engineering, Finance, Marketing, Technology, Law,
19 October 2026
Last verified: 16 September 2026
About this opportunity
The Saltire Scholars Programme, by Entrepreneurial Scotland, offers penultimate and final-year undergraduate students at Scottish universities the chance to secure paid 8-12 week summer internships in the UK (at the Real Living Wage), fully funded international internships (Canada, USA, Australia), or paid remote internships. Internships are available in a wide range of roles and industries. The competitive process includes a short application, assessment centre, candidate pool, internship search/applications, and completion of a placement. Additional professional development, employer networking, and a digital badge are included.
Who is it for?
Penultimate or final year undergraduate students at eligible Scottish universities (16 specified). University of Edinburgh applicants must also meet Widening Participation criteria. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
What you will gain
Paid internship experience, professional and personal development, corporate/networking exposure, Real Living Wage (UK)/nominal stipend (international), digital badge, employer recognition.
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Requirements
Penultimate/final-year undergraduate, enrolled at an eligible university in Scotland, right to work in the UK. University of Edinburgh applicants: must meet Widening Participation criteria.
How to apply
Apply with a personal statement (Sept 2026); attend assessment centre (Nov-Dec 2026); join candidate pool if passed (Jan 2027). Apply for specific internships released Jan-Jun 2027; interview with host companies; complete internship (June-Sept 2027). Competitive process at each stage.
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