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Erasmus+ Internship in Psychology, Communication, Culture & Technology in Norway

Department of Communication and Culture · BI Norwegian Business School

Erasmus+ internship opportunity: gain valuable, first-hand experience conducting high-level research at the intersection of social and political psychology, culture, technology, and communication.

Over the past five years, we have hosted more than 25 interns from all over the world. If you are looking to transition from theoretical understanding to practical application in an international academic environment, read the details below.

Current availability
2026: Fully booked.
Next availability: Spring 2027 (starting January).
Summer policy: We do not offer internships during the summer break (June & July).

BI Norwegian Business School — study in Norway

What to expect

As a research intern, you will not just be an observer; you will be an active contributor. You will typically assist with multiple research projects simultaneously, providing a rich experience in various methods and topics.

  • Literature review & meta-analysis: synthesizing existing research to inform new studies, including coding studies for large databases.
  • AI applications: assisting with AI applications in psychology, including planning, data annotation, and the training of models.
  • Study design: setting up online studies, preparing stimuli, and translating materials.
  • Data collection: recruiting participants through various online and offline channels.
  • Analysis: cleaning data, performing statistical analysis, and visualizing results.
  • Lab management: organizing meetings and managing online communication channels and webpages.
  • Science communication: writing research summaries or assisting with media outreach.

The work environment

Much of this work sits within the Center for Democracy & Information Integrity (CDI) at BI, which I co-lead. CDI spans psychology, political science, communication, economics, law and data science, so interns see how a question is approached from more than one discipline.

A typical week. You will be integrated into the daily life of the department. This includes participating in and helping organize weekly meetings. You will work closely with Prof. Jonas R. Kunst and other members on specific projects with clear deadlines.

Office space. Space allocation depends on current department demand. While we cannot guarantee a dedicated permanent desk for every intern, we always strive to provide a workspace close to the rest of the research team. Usually, that will be in the department's shared office.

Funding & Erasmus+

  • Self-funded only: we accept interns who are self-funded. We do not provide a salary. Please note that Oslo is a comparably expensive city to live in.
  • Erasmus+: our institution is part of the Erasmus+ program. If you qualify, we are very happy to support your application, and we will provide and sign the Erasmus+ Learning Agreement for Traineeships that your home university requires. We have many years of positive experience hosting Erasmus+ scholars.

Application requirements

We are looking for dedicated, ambitious, and diligent individuals who work well both independently and in teams.

  • Academic background: you should be at the Bachelor's or Master's stage. Ideally you have a background in psychology (cultural, social, political, personality), communication, or technology. We occasionally accept applicants from other disciplines with relevant academic experience.
  • Skills: our work is primarily quantitative. You should have experience with statistics and a strong desire to improve those skills. The working language is English, at C1 level or higher.
  • Mindset: we are enthusiastic about research and passionate about our fields. Successful candidates share this motivation.

Dates & deadlines

Most interns join us for a semester-long period (minimum 3 months): spring semester January–June, fall semester August–December.

How to apply

To apply, please email jonas.r.kunst@bi.no. Your application must include your CV, your academic transcripts, and a motivation letter (max. 1 page) explaining why you are interested and how your background fits the requirements above.

What past interns say

  • During my tenure as an Erasmus psychology intern under the guidance of Jonas Kunst, I was immersed in a transformative experience. The environment fostered by the collaborative spirit and unwavering support of the researchers enabled me to thrive without the burden of stress. Engaging in a diverse array of projects provided me with invaluable opportunities to refine my practical skills. Transitioning from a purely theoretical understanding to practical application was immensely gratifying.
    Gizem Dik
  • I was a research intern for 6 months. My tasks were diverse and challenging and offered me the opportunity to acquire new qualifications and knowledge. The working environment is open and friendly, all members are very approachable and eager to provide their assistance. I really appreciate the fact that as an intern you are actively involved in the meetings related to the projects and current research.
    Natascha Janho
  • I spent three months as a research intern. During my internship I took part in different projects — both quantitative and qualitative — at different research stages. I really enjoyed the working environment: there was always a good mood and everyone was ready to help with a smile on their faces. Overall, I acquired a lot of skills and I had the chance to get to know more about the routine of a researcher.
    Silvia Allegretta
  • My tasks included data preparation and acquisition for a multi-level analysis, the translation of survey material, the formatting and preparation of data for a publication, and the transcription and qualitative analysis of interviews. All in all, the internship was a valuable opportunity for me to get to know a working environment of an academic researcher.
    Felix Feist
  • During the internship, my main task was to assist in the design and conduction of several psychological studies. I was assigned to the PrAcDis research project and conducted a variety of tasks over the course of my internship. Together with other members, I was also responsible for the design of the sampling method and data collection procedure, as well as the recruitment of study participants.
    Mona Frank

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