Accelerate
Mitacs Accelerate supports collaborative research internships linking Canadian academics and students with industry or not-for-profit partners to solve real-world challenges through applied research.
Funder: Mitacs
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: $15,000–$20,000 CAD per 4- or 6-month internship unit; minimum $10,000 CAD stipend per IU; projects can scale up to 5 years.
Summary: Supports collaborative, research-based internships connecting Canadian academic researchers and students with industry or not-for-profit partners to address real-world challenges.
Key Information: Partner funds must be received by Mitacs before internship starts; recent graduates eligible within 2 years of graduation.
Description
Mitacs Accelerate is a flexible, rolling-entry program that funds collaborative research internships between Canadian academic institutions and partner organizations (for-profit or not-for-profit, including municipalities, hospitals, and Indigenous governments). The program is designed to advance innovation, facilitate knowledge transfer, and provide students and postdoctoral fellows with hands-on research experience addressing real-world challenges. Projects can range from four months to five years and may include international components or virtual/hybrid interactions.
