Astrotourism Internship

Internships           ·            Nicosia            ·          Full time 

During this internship, the selected candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with the ITICA team and receive hands-on training in cutting-edge VR and AR technologies developed for two pilot tests as part of a project that aims to establish Cyprus as a leading destination for astro-observation tourism.

The intern will gain proficiency in operating these technologies and participate in one pilot test scheduled for July 14th-22th. Additionally, the intern will have the unique chance to camp alongside visitors and partake in a variety of exciting activities, such as stargazing, hiking, and engaging in STEAM-related activities under the clear skies of the Amiantos region.

As part of their responsibilities, the intern will also collect data from the two applications and conduct an analysis on the user experience.

This experience will provide the intern with valuable hands-on training in cutting-edge VR and AR technologies while also giving you the chance to work alongside experienced professionals in the field of astro-observation tourism.

The internship will be from the beginning or middle of July until the end of August-beginning of September (lasting six weeks).

Required Skills

Basic computer skills. If the candidate is experienced with gaming engines such as Unity3D and Unreal it will be considered as a plus.

Skills Level

Basic

Objectives

• To participate in one Astro-campus and assist with the setup of two applications – one in VR and one in AR.
• Responsible for collecting data on user-experience from both applications.
• To develop a brief study that includes an analysis of the results

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must be able to work in CYENS’ premises* in Nicosia and must be either:

• Undergraduate students (BA, BSc);
• Post-Graduate students (MA, MSc and PhD);
• Early career individuals (who have graduated from university within the two years)
• For non-EU applicants an entry visa and/or work permit may be required

How To Apply

• A short statement of interest (max. 300 words) describing any relevant experience and indicate the internship you are applying for.
• A Curriculum Vitae
• Transcripts of coursework     
• Contact information
• Availability dates

Applicants should submit the above documents via “Application: Astrotourism Internship”