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Internship

The INNOTISSUE programme places strong emphasis on hands-on experience, industrial collaboration, and research-based learning. To bridge the gap between academia and the biomedical sector, all students are expected to engage in at least one internship and complete a research-based master’s thesis under joint academic supervision.

🏢 Internships: Industrial & Clinical Exposure

Each student will benefit from a curated network of partner institutions and companies across Europe, offering internship placements in:

  • Medical device companies
  • Biomaterials manufacturers
  • Tissue engineering and regenerative medicine labs
  • Clinical and translational research centers
  • Start-ups and innovation hubs

🌐 Internship opportunities are coordinated by the Internship & Industry Integration Committee, and students will receive assistance with placement matching, agreements, and mentoring.

Internships are designed to:

  • Reinforce theoretical knowledge through real-world application
  • Foster professional competencies (communication, teamwork, time management)
  • Build networks within the biomedical innovation ecosystem
  • Support thesis development and job readiness

📄 Professional Certificates

In addition to the internships, students will participate in at least two certified professional training modules, such as:

  • Good Laboratory/Manufacturing Practice (GLP/GMP)
  • Medical Device Regulation (MDR)
  • Siemens Innovation ThinkTank
  • ZEISS Microscopy Training
  • Laboratory Animal Science and Ethics
  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Biomedical Fields

These certificates will be hosted by different partner universities, ensuring that students benefit from the unique strengths of each institution.

📚 Master’s Thesis

During the final semester, each student will carry out a Master’s thesis (30 ECTS) based on an original research project in biomaterials or tissue engineering.

Key features:

  • Joint supervision: At least one supervisor from YTU and one from the mobility destination (UIC or UPB)
  • Project topics aligned with each university’s specialization and industry needs
  • Option to conduct thesis in collaboration with external research centers or companies
  • Regular monitoring through milestone submissions and academic evaluations

📝 Thesis guidelines, templates, and previous thesis examples will be provided through the online Student Portal.

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