Globalink Research Internship: Students
Forecasted
Globalink Research Internship: Students supports international undergraduates in supervised research at Canadian institutions to deepen subject knowledge and build international research connections.
Funder: Mitacs
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Applications) | September 2027 (Reference letters)
Funding Amounts: Travel, housing, food, enrollment fees, and emergency health insurance for a 12-week internship; amounts depend on country and partner
Summary: Supports international undergraduates undertaking supervised research internships at Canadian academic institutions across STEM, humanities, and social sciences.
Key Information: Country- and partner-specific eligibility applies; U.S. students must apply through Fulbright Canada, not Mitacs.
Description
Mitacs Globalink Research Internship is a competitive international research experience for undergraduates from partner countries and regions. Interns join faculty-led projects at more than 70 Canadian academic institutions, working alongside graduate students and research associates. Projects span science, engineering, mathematics, humanities, and social sciences, including interdisciplinary research.
The program combines hands-on academic research with professional skills development, campus mentoring, social activities, and opportunities to attend industry and government events. Its goals include deepening students’ subject knowledge, developing international research connections, and helping participants gain independence and experience in Canada. Internships generally last 12 consecutive weeks, with shorter placements permitted under certain partner arrangements.
