What is it?
This program is for our students to work as teachers’ aides in secondary schools (STAR) or student interns in the Hong Kong Space Museum, so that they can gain invaluable experience in various expertises and widen their vision. Participants will go to the particular institution and work full time under supervision.
Who are eligible to apply?
If you are a PHY undergraduate in the year 2018-2019, you are eligible to apply. You should also have a good academic record and are interested in a teaching career. We look for motivated students who have a solid physics background, who are independent, creative, and get along well with students and teachers alike.
How about stipend?
Successful applicants completing the programme will be awarded a scholarship of HK$9,500.
Schedule
| March 2019 | Announcement of topics and supervisors |
| To be announced | Briefing session |
| 25th March, 2019(Mon) | Deadline of application |
| Late March, 2019 | Interview with short-listed applicants |
| May, 2019 | Training program |
| Late May - Augest, 2019 | Works in schools / HK Space Museum |
Schools of summer 2019
| Schools | Teachers/Supervisors |
|---|---|
| SKH Li Ping Secondary School | Mr Chan Fu-shing> |
| Immaculate Heart of Mary College | Mr Wong Tommy |
| Christian & Missionary Alliance Sun Kei Secondary School | Mr Ho Chun Yan |
| Christ College | Mr Wong Rocky |
| SKH St.Bennedicts School | Mr Hung Yam Hei |
| Lui Cheung Kwong Lutheran College | Mr Ho Mo Shan |
| Good Hope School | Mr Lam Edmond |
Hong Kong Space Museum
| Organizer | Supervisor |
|---|---|
| Hong Kong Space Museum | Mr Leung Wai-ming, Robert Curator of the Space Museum |
Briefing session
A briefing session will be held before the deadline of application. The date and time will be announced soon.
Inquiry
Dr. LEUNG Po Kin (3943 4078) pkleung@cuhk.edu.hk
Webpage: http://www.phy.cuhk.edu.hk/internshipandjobs/star/
Application form
Application forms can be downloaded here (pdf version)
The completed form, together with a copy of your unofficial transcript and a brief CV, should be returned to Physics Department General Office (SC108) before 5:00 pm, 25th March, 2019.
FAQ
Q: Can a participant still do a final-year project?
A: This is up to your potential final-year project supervisor. It is your responsibility to tell your potential supervisor that you plan to take up this internship. You may have to make a choice between this program and a final-year project.
Q: What is the training program about?
A: Participants will be asked to attend talks given by previous apprentices and experienced teachers, and to prepare course materials.
Q: Can I apply both the STAR and HK Space Museum internship?
A :Yes, you may apply for both. You need to state your preference in the application form. You can accept only one offer.
Q: Can I still join summer research internship or other activities?
A: Due to the time clash, it is not possible to join both the STAR internship, and the summer research internship. It may however be possible for other acitivites. Please contact Dr. Leung for further details and discussions.
Designed by: LO Man Hei, LEE Hiu Laam, YEUNG Man Chun