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Globalink Research Internship: Faculty
International research placements for undergraduates
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Latest source updateLast Update: October 4, 2026Latest change: The Globalink Research Internship student call has concluded, and applications are no longer being accepted.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: October 4, 2026
Latest change: The Globalink Research Internship student call has concluded, and applications are no longer being accepted.
Student Call Concluded
The Globalink Research Internship student page now states that the student application call has concluded and that applications are no longer being accepted. The prior September 16, 2026 application deadline and application-open instructions were removed from the page. The guidance still directs applicants to future updates and pre-call preparation steps, but the active intake window is no longer available.
Funding available
$ 300
Deadline
Unspecified
Location
Canada
Who can apply
Be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or combined undergraduate/master’s program at an eligible institution
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Overview
Mitacs Globalink Research Internship supports international undergraduate students from listed partner countries and regions for 12-week research placements with Canadian university faculty members. Funding may cover round-trip airfare, housing, and emergency health insurance while students gain research experience in Canada.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Develop team skills
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 300 $
- Up to 100% of project cost
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Canada
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- 12-week research internship under the supervision of Canadian university faculty members
- Academic research at a Canadian academic institution across science, engineering and mathematics, humanities, and social sciences
- Professional skills development courses and social activities during the internship
Documents Needed
- At least one reference letter in either English or French from a professor
- Official transcripts in English and/or French, or a scanned copy of the original documents and the translated and notarized transcript if the transcript is in another language
- A copy of your résumé/CV
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or combined undergraduate/master’s program at an eligible institution
- International undergraduates from Austria, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Jordan, Mexico, Pakistan, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, Ukraine, United Kingdom and the United States
Who is not eligible
- Students enrolled in a Master’s only program are not eligible
- Globalink Research Internship is not open to graduate students or postdoctoral fellows
- Applicants who have been awarded a Globalink Research Internship project in the past
- Any applicant who is currently affiliated with, or in receipt of funding or in-kind support from one or more of the institutions on the list of NROs is not eligible to participate in a Mitacs-funded project involving research that aims to advance a Sensitive Technology Research Area (STRA)
- Applicants from Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) are not eligible to participate in the 2027 GRI program
Eligible expenses
- Round-trip airfare to Canada
- Transportation from the airport in Canada to accommodation
- Housing stipend
- Stipend towards student enrollment fees
- Food and incidentals; emergency health insurance policy for the duration of the internship
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Austria, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Jordan, Mexico, Pakistan, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, Ukraine, United Kingdom and the United States
Selection criteria
- The student’s Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA)
- The quality of the statement of interest
- The quality of the reference letter
- How well the student’s research interests and experience match the research focus of the project or professor
How to apply
- Create a personal user account on the Globalink Student Platform
- Log in and begin your application
- Save your work and return later to add more information and documents
- Your application will be submitted automatically at the submission deadline
- Make sure your application status is Complete by the deadline
Processing and Agreement
- If eligible, students are further evaluated and shortlisted
- Shortlisted students go through the matching process
- Only Mitacs can confirm matches
Additional information
- The GRI program works in collaboration with multiple international partners.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Globalink Research Internship: Faculty Program
What is the Globalink Research Internship: Faculty?
Mitacs Globalink Research Internship supports international undergraduate students from listed partner countries and regions for 12-week research placements with Canadian university faculty members. Funding may cover round-trip airfare, housing, and emergency health insurance while students gain research experience in Canada.
How much funding can be received?
Globalink Research Internship: Faculty Funds up to 100% of admissible expenses, capped at $300 per project.
Who is eligible for the Globalink Research Internship: Faculty program?
To be eligible for the Globalink Research Internship: Faculty program, you must:
Be at least 18 years old
Be a full-time undergraduate or combined undergraduate/master’s student at an eligible institution
Meet the country-specific academic, language, and internship availability requirements
What expenses are eligible under Globalink Research Internship: Faculty?
12-week research internship under the supervision of Canadian university faculty members
Academic research at a Canadian academic institution across science, engineering and mathematics, humanities, and social sciences
Professional skills development courses and social activities during the internship
Who can I contact for more information about the Globalink Research Internship: Faculty?
You can contact Mitacs by email at helpdesk@mitacs.ca.
Where is the Globalink Research Internship: Faculty available?
The Globalink Research Internship: Faculty program is available across Canada.
Is the Globalink Research Internship: Faculty a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Globalink Research Internship: Faculty is a Grant and Funding