RISE-Globalink Research Internship
The Mitacs RISE-Globalink Research Internship offers Canadian STEM undergraduates a three-month, doctoral-supervised research experience at German institutions, promoting international scientific collaboration.
Funder: Mitacs
Due Dates: November 30, 2025 | November 30, 2026 | December 15, 2026
Funding Amounts: $7,000 CAD per student for a 12-week internship; includes DAAD-provided health, accident, and liability insurance.
Summary: Supports Canadian undergraduates in STEM to undertake three-month research internships at German institutions under doctoral supervision, fostering international research collaboration.
Key Information: Applications are submitted via the DAAD RISE Germany portal; Mitacs funding replaces DAAD monthly stipend.
Description
The RISE-Globalink Research Internship (RISE-GRI) is a collaborative initiative between Mitacs (Canada) and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) that provides Canadian undergraduate students in STEM fields with an opportunity to conduct research at German universities or research institutes. Interns are supervised by doctoral students in Germany and benefit from hands-on research experience, cross-cultural exchange, and logistical support. The program aims to foster international scientific collaboration and enhance student mobility, with internships lasting approximately three months.
