Mitacs Globalink Research Internship (GRI) (Canada)
A fully funded 12-week research internship for international undergraduate students from partner countries to gain hands-on experience under the supervision of faculty members at over 70 academic institutions across Canada.
Quick Facts
Status
Applications OpenFunding
Fully FundedDeadline
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Pacific time
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The Mitacs Globalink Research Internship is a competitive initiative that allows undergraduate students from participating countries and regions to access Canada's research landscape. Top-ranked applicants participate in a 12-week research internship between May and October of each year under the supervision of Canadian academic institution faculty members.
The program is open to undergraduate students in a variety of academic disciplines, ranging from science, engineering, and mathematics to the humanities and social sciences. Internships take place at over 70 academic institutions across Canada, combining academic research with professional skills development courses and social activities.
The award is co-funded by Mitacs and its international partners. Funding covers round-trip airfare, airport transportation in Canada, a housing stipend, student enrollment fees, food and incidentals, emergency health insurance, and support from student mentors on campus.
Applicants must meet general criteria such as being at least 18 years of age, enrolled full-time in an eligible undergraduate or combined program, having completed at least two years of study, and applying to a minimum of three and a maximum of ten projects across at least three different Canadian provinces.
Applications must be submitted through the Globalink Student Platform by the stated deadline. Selection is based on cumulative grade point average, statements of interest, reference letters, and research alignment with host professors' projects.
Eligible Levels
Eligible Fields
Why Choose This Scholarship?
Gain 12 weeks of hands-on research experience under the supervision of prominent Canadian faculty members
Receive comprehensive financial coverage including airfare, housing stipend, food allowance, and health insurance
Access professional skills development courses, industry events, and on-campus student mentors
Explore Canada's dynamic research and innovation ecosystem across over 70 academic institutions
What the Scholarship Covers
Eligibility Requirements
8 requirements
Documents Checklist
5 documents required
How to Apply - Step by Step
Review eligibility criteria and confirm home institution and passport validity
Obtain required academic transcripts, a reference letter from a professor, and update the CV
Create a personal user account on the Globalink Student Platform
Search the online GRI project database and select between three and ten projects across at least three different Canadian provinces
Complete all mandatory fields and upload required documents before the deadline
Submit the application automatically by the deadline on the Student Platform
Application Timeline
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Pacific time
Application Deadline
Mid-December 2026 to mid-February 2027
Internship Offer Notifications
Between May 1 and October 31, 2027
Internship Execution Window
Internships last 12 consecutive weeks and must start between May 1 and July 31
Insider Tips & Pro Tips
Start preparing transcripts, CVs, and reference letters well before the application portal opens
Search projects using multiple keywords across different disciplines to find all relevant opportunities matching your background
Ensure your reference letter is written by a professor who has supervised your work and is presented on academic letterhead
Check specific country partner requirements as some regions require separate internal nominations or language proficiency tests
Verify that your passport remains valid until at least January 2028 before traveling
Submit your application early to avoid technical difficulties near the deadline
Important Links & Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. Students must apply to projects listed in the online GRI project database.
No. The program is strictly for undergraduate students or those in combined undergraduate and master's programs.
Mitacs does not universally require language proficiency scores, but applicants must be fluent in the language of the project. Certain international partner organizations do require specific test scores.
Applicants must apply for a minimum of three and a maximum of ten projects across at least three different Canadian provinces.
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