Bridging the skills gap in Data Science, AI & IoT
The Nurture Programme works with universities and business to provide a hybrid internship programme for MSc AI, Data Science & IoT students.
We work with a number of universities and serve everyone from across the public & private sectors, from start-ups to large conglomerates, to deliver data science, AI & IoT projects. MSc students gain commercial exposure, working on 12 week industry projects that inform their dissertation whilst you get tackle business challenges with data-driven insights.
Feel the nurture effect when you embark on a journey of true collaboration
3 simple steps to Nurture
What project have you been curious to research but you don't have the time? Or that project that is gathering dust due to lack of funding? We work with you to scope a suitable project that aligns with your business needs. Let us help you overcome your blockers, define success and iterate the steps to success. Define your project and submit in time for our next cohort!
Customer Project Submission
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You will receive access to a dedicated client portal where you can view student profiles, recorded interviews, and completed application forms based on your project scope. This allows you to review and create a shortlist of students you’d like to interview for your project. Once assigned to your project, students work under the guidance of both academic supervisors and your internal team.
Review, Shortlist & Interview Candidates
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Onboarding is a crucial part of any hire and no less important when embarking on a 12 week project placement. Assign a mentor for regular updates and check-ins. Most find that a weekly check-in is really useful. Over the course of 12 weeks, students conduct research, develop solutions, and deliver actionable insights before their final presentation of project and business impact.
Project Kick-Off
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Case Studies
Nurture is the award-winning educational programme that creates a spring board for young careers and provides you with additional capability, diverse thinking and business-ready talent who are motivated to succeed.
Machine Learning Models
Predictive Models - customer satisfaction
Chatbot - customer focussed
MarComms
Analytical Model - evaluating complaints
Forecasting Service Demand
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens with our data?
- Students work under NDA
- Data is anonymized and tokenized
- Students work on secure systems
- Results can be delivered anonymously, and you keep the IP!
How much does it cost to participate in the Nurture Programme?
There is a £500 Participation Fee per Student. Should the company hire the student after the project has been completed, they will be charged a flat fee of £4000
How much time do we need to invest in the students?
Once onboarded, organisations see the best results by setting up regular weekly check-ins to mentor the student and review their progress. Some clients also use the Nurture Programme as an opportunity to upskill internal teams by involving them in project management and student support.
Do we need to pay the students?
While payment is not mandatory, it is entirely at your discretion. Many of our clients choose to offer a contribution towards students' expenses or time as a gesture of goodwill and to encourage engagement.
About us
9 Years - from disruptors to data leaders
Nine years ago, Eden Smith was born from a bold vision. Jez Clark and Matt Smith saw an opportunity to disrupt a broken recruitment industry, creating a business that would do more than just place talent- it would empower organisations to lead with data. What began as a niche staffing business has since evolved into a full-scale data consultancy, supporting organisations across industries with expert consulting, staffing, and AI-driven solutions...
