Why? 

Based on the 2024 ECHO report, HIMS is invited to move from a color-blind¹ to a color-brave² approach to favor the inclusion of students from underrepresented backgrounds, particularly, but not exclusively, Dutch nationals of non-Western immigration background and People of color. 

¹ "I don't see any color, because to me everyone is equal”. Color in this context is not only meant literally but also implies other dimensions of diversity.

² "I do see color and recognize the challenges of structural exclusion, but also the added value people bring and treat everyone equally".

What? 

• Summer fellowships of 38 hrs/week open to HBO/HLO students. 
• Potential dates: July 7 to August 8. 4 weeks of research + 1 week to write a report. 
• A pilot with up to 5 fellows.
• A stipend of 1000 EUR for each fellow, for their sole discretionary use. 
• Opening and closing networking events.

Who? 

Target group: 

• HBO/HLO students at HvA, Inholland, HS Leiden, Utrecht and similar institutions.

When? 

• June 23: Application deadline. PIs start selection process.
• July 7-14: Internships start. 
• August: Write final report.

Assessment 

Candidate fellows apply to all projects with a CV and one-page motivation letter answering: 

• How do you feel diversity is a part of your identity? 
  Screened by Diversity Committee. 
• How do you think HIMS fits your background and ambitions in Chemistry? 
  Selection process by PIs, who can ask to be put in contact for interviews. 
• List of project priorities from most to least preferred.

Fellows and PIs are matched according to priorities that they both provide. 

Click here to view available projects and upload your application documents (requires Google account).
If you have any questions, please contact a.perezdealbaortiz@uva.nl.

Success and thank you for your interest!