Mitacs Globalink Research Internship for International Students 2024

Applications are now open for the prestigious Mitacs Globalink Research Internship in Canada, offering a unique opportunity to experience world-class research and innovation at excellent universities, with access to outstanding research facilities, cutting-edge industry innovation, and unparalleled undergraduate training opportunities.

As a Globalink research intern, you’ll gain hands-on experience, work with top researchers, and contribute to groundbreaking projects.

Every year, top-ranked applicants participate in a 12-week research internship under the supervision of Canadian academic institution faculty members in a variety of academic disciplines, from science, engineering, and mathematics to the humanities and social sciences.

Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility criteria for the Mitacs Globalink Research Internshipare as follows:

Applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years of age at the time of application
• Be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or combined undergraduate/master’s program at an eligible institution (see list of eligible institutions by country)
• Have one to three semesters remaining in their program as of fall 2025 (see requirement by country)
• Meet the grade requirements for their country of study (see GPA requirements for each international partner)
• Apply to a minimum of three and a maximum of ten projects and ensure selections are from at least three different Canadian provinces
• Be fluent in the oral and written language of the project (English and/or French)
• Be available to complete an internship lasting 12 consecutive weeks between May 1 and October 31. You must be able to start your internship anytime between May 1st and July 31st. Anything before or after those dates is not allowed.
• Not have been awarded a Globalink Research Internship project in the past
• Any applicant who is currently affiliated with, or in receipt of funding or in-kind support from one or more of the institutions on the list of NROs is not eligible to participate in a Mitacs-funded project involving research that aims to advance a Sensitive Technology Research Area (STRA). Mitacs will also screen a sample of applications, selected at its sole discretion, and validate the accuracy of the completed declarations. Mitacs reserves the right to decline funding, at any point, for a project that advances a sensitive technology research area because of affiliations of concern.

Participating Countries

Mitacs Globalink Research Internship is a competitive initiative for international undergraduates from the following countries and regions:

• Brazil,
• Chile,
• China,
• Colombia,
• France,
• Germany,
• Hong Kong,
• Mexico,
• Pakistan,
• Saudi Arabia,
• South Korea,
• Taiwan,
• Tunisia,
• Ukraine,
• United Kingdom and the
• United States.

Benefits

The Globalink research internship award amount includes:

• Funding to contribute to the cost of a round-trip airfare to Canada (amount varies depending on country of origin)
• Funding to contribute to the cost of transportation from the airport in Canada to accommodation
• Stipend for housing (amount varies depending on country of origin)
• Stipend towards student enrolment fees (amount varies depending on host institution)
• Stipend for food and incidentals (amount varies depending on country of origin)
• Emergency health insurance policy for the duration of the internship
• Support from student mentors on campus in Canada
• Access to industry events and professional development courses

How to Apply

Mitacs encourages you to start working on the following items before the call opens:

• Review all eligibility criteria: in addition to the general GRI requirements, there may be specific eligibility criteria for each country and international partner organization.
• Confirm that your passport issued by your home country is valid until at least January 2026. (You are welcome to submit an application if you don’t currently have a valid passport. However, you will need to provide valid passport information if your application is approved).
• Obtain a reference letter from a professor. Please refer to the reference-letter instructions in the downloadable Globalink Research Internship Information zip file. All reference letters must follow the instructions provided.
• Update your CV: You can submit your own CV or use the CV template in the downloadable Globalink Research Internship Information zip file. You can also download these CV samples.
• Obtain your academic transcripts (in either English or French). If your academic institution cannot provide transcripts in either language, you are responsible for getting them translated and notarized. Transcripts must be included in your application.
• English or French language-proficiency tests may be required for some countries. Please check your country’s details for more information.

In the application, you will also be asked about:

• Your academic discipline, program, and other educational information
• Your research interests, skills, and achievements
• Your reasons for pursuing research in Canada.