Human-Computer Interaction Institute (HCII) Summer Interaction Design Practicum

Ten-week immersive summer residency within the HCII designing spatial computing interfaces, voice conversational agents, generative AI design co-pilots, and assistive technologies for neurodiverse users.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Undergraduate junior/senior or first-year graduate student with minimum 3.5 GPA in design, CS, or cognitive science
English language proficiency: Fluent English
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Strong UX portfolio showcasing physical computing prototypes, AR/VR interfaces, or accessible web tools
Recommendation letters: Two academic recommendations

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: USD $5,000/month summer research stipend + CMU campus residential accommodation
Application fee: USD $0
Tuition / joining costs: USD $0; fully funded summer internship

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 10, 2027 (Summer 2027 internship)
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Carnegie Mellon University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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