The Open Innovation Team has launched a PhD placement scheme that has seen more than 200 placements since 2016. Participants work on live policy projects, contribute to real commissions, and develop skills in communicating evidence beyond academia. The scheme attracts students from diverse disciplines and universities, offering experience that can be applied in research or roles across public, private, and third sectors. Alumni share insights: Manjiri Bhat worked on projects on algorithmic transparency for the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology and on child sexual exploitation content for the Home Office, while Enrico Pfeifer noted a shift toward clear, policy‑relevant communication. Ibrahim Ince highlighted the value of ethnographic skills for policy work. The program encourages PhDs to apply and is promoted on LinkedIn.
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