Terms of Participation & Data Protection Notice

1. Nature of Participation

Participation in the Digital AI Lab / Project Internship (the “Programme”) is voluntary and selective.

Submission of an application does not constitute acceptance into the Programme and does not create any employment relationship, worker status, agency relationship, partnership, joint venture, or contractual entitlement of any kind.

Nothing in this Programme shall be construed as creating any obligation to provide compensation, remuneration, or future engagement unless expressly agreed in writing.

Participation may be discontinued at any time at our discretion.


2. Application & Selection

Applications are reviewed on a discretionary basis. We reserve the right to accept, decline, defer, or withdraw participation without providing detailed reasons.

No representation or warranty is given that participation will result in employment, commercial collaboration, funding, or future opportunity.


3. Data Collection & Processing

We collect limited personal and professional information for the purposes of reviewing applications, assessing suitability, administering participation, and communicating in connection with the Programme.

Processing is conducted under the lawful basis of legitimate interest in administering a professional initiative.

Information collected is limited to academic, professional, and contact details necessary for evaluation and coordination.

Applicants are advised not to submit sensitive personal data, including health information, ethnicity, political views, identification numbers, or financial details.


4. Third-Party Infrastructure

The website and associated systems are hosted and technically managed by independent third-party service providers.

While reasonable administrative oversight is undertaken, we do not control the underlying technical architecture or hosting environment of such providers.

No representation or warranty is made that electronic transmission or storage systems are entirely secure, uninterrupted, or error-free.


5. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, we disclaim liability for any indirect, consequential, incidental, or economic loss arising from participation in the Programme or use of this website.

No liability shall arise from technical interruptions, system unavailability, or data transmission issues beyond reasonable control.

Participation is undertaken at the applicant’s own discretion and risk.

Nothing in this notice excludes liability for fraud or for any matter that cannot lawfully be excluded.


6. Retention

Information will be retained only for as long as reasonably necessary for Programme evaluation and administration purposes.


7. Acknowledgement

By submitting an application, you confirm that you have read and understood these Terms of Participation & Data Protection Notice and consent to the processing of your information for the purposes stated.


Acceptance of Terms

Your continued use of this website and submission of an application constitutes your acknowledgement and acceptance of the above Terms of Participation & Data Protection Notice.