Mitacs Globalink Research Internship (Canada)
About this internship
Mitacs Globalink is a fully funded 12-week summer research internship in Canada for senior undergraduates from a set of partner countries, including Pakistan, India, China, Brazil, Mexico, Ukraine, and others. Interns join faculty-led research projects at universities across Canada.
The award covers the cost of the internship and provides a stipend for living expenses, and many alumni return to Canada for graduate study through Mitacs Graduate Fellowships.
Applications for the following summer open in early August and close in September. For summer 2027 placements, expect the window to run August to September 2026.
Who can apply
- Full-time undergraduate (or combined program) student at an institution in an eligible partner country, with one or more semesters remaining
- Minimum academic standing set by the program (strong GPA expected)
- Meet Canadian entry and visa requirements
- 18 or older at the start of the internship
What you will do
- Join a professor-led research project for 12 weeks
- Conduct experiments, analysis, or fieldwork depending on the project
- Present your contribution at the end of the term
Perks and benefits
- Living stipend for the internship period
- Support with travel and arrival logistics through the program structure
- Research experience at a Canadian university
- Alumni route to funded graduate study via Mitacs fellowships
How to apply
- Browse available projects when the portal opens in August
- Rank your preferred projects and submit transcripts and references
- Interviews with professors run through autumn
- Matches and offers are confirmed from late autumn onward
Frequently asked questions
Is Mitacs Globalink Research Internship paid? +
According to this listing, the compensation is: Funded (living stipend and most program costs covered) Stipend amounts can change between intakes, so confirm the current figure on the official page before applying.
How long does Mitacs Globalink Research Internship last? +
The listed duration is 12 weeks (May to September).
When is the application deadline? +
This listing has a annual window (expected august to september 2026 for summer 2027) deadline, meaning applications are reviewed as they arrive rather than by a fixed date. Check the official page for any cycle-specific cutoffs.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Full-time undergraduate (or combined program) student at an institution in an eligible partner country, with one or more semesters remaining; Minimum academic standing set by the program (strong GPA expected); Meet Canadian entry and visa requirements; 18 or older at the start o… See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate internships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this internship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
