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RISE-Globalink Research Internship (RISE-GRI)
Funding for Canadian students’ research internships in Germany
Last Update: April 27, 2026
Funding available
$ 7,000
Timeline
- Open Date : October 15, 2025
- Closing date : November 30, 2025
Location
Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Overview
This program provides $7,000 to support Canadian undergraduate students joining research internships in Germany. It funds research placements in biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, earth science, and physics, with projects lasting at least 10 weeks.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 7,000 $
- Minimum amount : 7,000 $
Timeline
- Open Date : October 15, 2025
- Closing date : November 30, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Educational services
Location
- Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Research internship at a German university or institution
- Research project supervised by a doctoral student
Documents Needed
- Completed online application
- Mitacs Student Code of Conduct and Ethics Form
- International Pre-Departure Form
- Any supplementary documents, if applicable
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Undergraduate students at Canadian universities
- Students in biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, earth science, or physics
- Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and international students
Who is not eligible
- Students who are not enrolled full-time at a Canadian university
- Students who do not meet the field of study requirements
- Students who do not meet the age or language requirements
- Students who already hold another Mitacs award at the same time
Eligible expenses
- Travel costs
- Accommodation and living expenses
- Health, accident, and personal liability insurance
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Germany
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are reviewed by an interdisciplinary team
- Successful candidates are selected by DAAD
- Mitacs issues an Outcome Letter and then a final Award Letter
- Funding is released only after required forms are received
- Selected students complete the internship in Germany and submit an exit survey
Additional information
- Applications are competitive and placements are limited.
- Results are announced in Spring 2026.
- Participants must complete a post-project exit survey.
- Travel before final approval is not permitted.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the RISE-Globalink Research Internship (RISE-GRI) Program
Here are answers to the most common questions about the RISE-Globalink Research Internship (RISE-GRI). This section explains what the program is, how much funding is available, eligibility requirements, application deadlines, and other important details to help you determine if this grant is right for your business.
What is the RISE-Globalink Research Internship (RISE-GRI)?
This program provides $7,000 to support Canadian undergraduate students joining research internships in Germany. It funds research placements in biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, earth science, and physics, with projects lasting at least 10 weeks.
How much funding can be received?
RISE-Globalink Research Internship (RISE-GRI) Funds up to $7,000 of admissible expenses.
What is the deadline to apply?
The application deadline for this grant program was November 30, 2025.
Who is eligible for the RISE-Globalink Research Internship (RISE-GRI) program?
To be eligible for the RISE-Globalink Research Internship (RISE-GRI) program, you must:
Full-time undergraduate student in Canada
Eligible field of study
Meets age, language, and travel requirements
What expenses are eligible under RISE-Globalink Research Internship (RISE-GRI)?
Research internship at a German university or institution
Research project supervised by a doctoral student
Who can I contact for more information about the RISE-Globalink Research Internship (RISE-GRI)?
You can contact Mitacs (MITACS) by email at helpdesk@mitacs.ca or by phone at 0.
Where is the RISE-Globalink Research Internship (RISE-GRI) available?
The RISE-Globalink Research Internship (RISE-GRI) program is available the province of Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon.