Mitacs Globalink Research Internship

Mitacs runs the Globalink Research Internship, a competitive 12-week research placement at more than 70 Canadian academic institutions for undergraduates from 22 partner countries and regions. Interns work under the supervision of Canadian faculty members, in disciplines running from science and engineering to the humanities and social sciences.

What you get:

• Funding toward round-trip airfare to Canada
• Housing stipend, varying by country of origin
• Stipend for food and incidentals
• Student enrollment fee support at the host institution
• Emergency health insurance for the internship period
• Campus student mentors plus industry events and professional development courses

What you'll do:

• Complete a 12-week research project under a Canadian faculty supervisor
• Work alongside graduate students and research associates
• Take professional skills development courses and join social activities

• At least 18 years old at the time of application
• Enrolled full-time in an eligible undergraduate or combined undergraduate and master's program in one of 22 partner countries and regions
• Completed at least two years of undergraduate study, or country-specific second-year requirement
• One to three semesters remaining in the program as of fall 2027
• Meets the GPA requirement set for their country
• Applies to between 3 and 10 projects across at least three Canadian provinces
• Fluent in the project language, English or French
• Available for 12 consecutive weeks between 1 May and 31 October 2027
• Has not previously held a Globalink Research Internship
• No application fees