Cambridge CCAF Artificial Intelligence Research Internship 2025
- Omran Aburayya
- Aug 6
- 2 min read
Aspiring to work at the intersection of AI, finance, and policy? The Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance (CCAF) at the University of Cambridge is inviting interns to join its AI Research Team and contribute to a landmark global study examining how artificial intelligence is reshaping the financial ecosystem.
📌 Internship Summary
Location: Remote worldwide (onsite option at Cambridge possible)
Host Institution: Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance, part of Cambridge Judge Business School
Duration: 3–6 months (extension possible)
Start Date: Immediate
Commitment:
Part‑time: 20 hours/week
Full‑time: 37.5 hours/week ranges up to 800 GBP/month reimbursement for full-time
🧠 Intern Responsibilities
Map the global AI-in-finance ecosystem and conduct stakeholder outreach
Carry out literature reviews and regulatory summaries
Gather and analyse secondary data, supporting hypothesis validation
Collaborate with the data analytics team on data processes
Assist interviewer-led stakeholder interviews as a notetaker
Contribute to report writing, data visualization, and dissemination of research outputs
You’ll be aligned with one thematic research area based on your interests and experience:
AI solution providers to financial institutions
Central banks and financial regulators
Fintech companies and traditional financial sector players
✅ Eligibility & Ideal Candidate
You should have:
A bachelor's (or higher) degree in finance, economics, statistics, technology, or related fields—final-year students with strong writing portfolios may be considered
Knowledge or experience with AI in finance operations or regulation
Strong analytical, communication, and research skills; proficient in Microsoft Office suite
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dispersed learning environment
Initiative, self-motivation, time-management capability, and stakeholder engagement skills
🎁 Benefits
Real-world research exposure at one of the world’s leading academic centres in fintech policy and innovation
Monthly expense reimbursement: up to £800 (full-time) or £400 (part-time)
Recognition in CCAF publications and networking opportunities with industry, regulators, academics, and policymakers
Certificate of completion to boost your academic or professional CV
📝 Application Process
Download the application form from the CCAF website
Submit your CV, a writing sample, completed form, and any other supporting documents via email to cambridgeai_internship@jbs.cam.ac.uk with “Intern Application” in the subject line
🌍 Why It Matters
The AI Research Internship offers an exceptional opportunity to engage with a policy-driven global research project that explores AI adoption between now and 2030. You’ll develop skills in data collection, stakeholder engagement, and policy analysis—while contributing to influential research that informs regulation and innovation in the global financial system.
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