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Applications are now open for the Mitacs Globalink Research Internship 2027, a competitive research programme that gives eligible international undergraduate students the opportunity to complete a research internship at a Canadian academic institution.
Successful participants undertake a research project under the supervision of Canadian university faculty while gaining international research experience, professional development and exposure to Canada's academic environment.
The 2027 application deadline is 16 September 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time.
Opportunity Overview
* Programme: Mitacs Globalink Research Internship 2027
* Host Country: Canada
* Programme Type: Research Internship
* Duration: Normally 12 consecutive weeks
* Internship Period: May–October 2027
* Funding: Funded
* Application Deadline: 16 September 2026
* Host Organisation: Mitacs
* Applicant Level: Eligible undergraduate and combined undergraduate/master's students
What Does the Internship Offer?
The Globalink Research Internship award includes financial and programme support that may cover:
* Contribution toward round-trip airfare to Canada
* Transportation from the Canadian airport to accommodation
* Housing stipend
* Stipend toward student enrollment fees
* Food and incidental expenses
* Emergency health insurance for the internship period
* Support from student mentors
* Access to professional-development courses and industry events
Funding amounts vary depending on the applicant's country of origin, host institution and international partner arrangements.
Who Can Apply?
The 2027 Globalink Research Internship is available to eligible students studying in participating countries and regions.
Austria, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Jordan, Mexico, Pakistan, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Eligibility requirements vary significantly by country and international partner.
Applicants should therefore check the official country-specific requirements before submitting an application.
General Eligibility Requirements
* Be at least 18 years old at the time of application
* Be enrolled full-time in an eligible undergraduate or combined undergraduate/master's programme
* Attend an eligible academic institution
* Have completed the required amount of undergraduate study for their country
* Meet their country's minimum academic-grade requirement
* Have the required number of semesters remaining in their programme
* Have sufficient English and/or French proficiency for their selected research projects
* Be available for the required internship period in Canada
* Not have previously received a Mitacs Globalink Research Internship project
Applicants must select between three and ten research projects and choose projects from at least three different Canadian provinces.
Important Country Eligibility Warning
The Globalink Research Internship is not automatically open to students studying in every country.
For example, Nigeria is not currently listed among the participating countries for the 2027 student call.
However, some participating countries do not impose citizenship restrictions. Eligibility may therefore depend on where a student is enrolled rather than solely on nationality.
Applicants should use the official Mitacs country eligibility section to determine whether their university, degree programme and academic status qualify.
Required Documents
* At least one academic reference letter from a professor
* Academic transcripts
* CV or résumé
* Translated and notarized transcripts where required
* Language-proficiency documentation where required
Applicants will also provide information about their academic background, research interests, research skills and reasons for pursuing research in Canada.
Reference Letter Requirement
The professor writing the reference letter should have supervised or co-supervised the applicant's work and should be able to discuss their academic and research experience.
The letter must follow Mitacs requirements and be signed on institutional letterhead.
Applicants should review the official reference-letter instructions carefully before submitting their application.
Research Project Selection
Applicants cannot simply arrange a Globalink internship with any Canadian professor.
Students must apply to research projects listed in the official Globalink Research Internship project system.
* At least 3 projects
* No more than 10 projects
* Projects located across at least 3 Canadian provinces
Selection Process
Applications are competitive.
* Eligibility
* Academic performance
* Statement of interest
* Reference letter quality
* Research experience
* Research interests
* Compatibility with the selected research project or professor
Incomplete applications are not assessed.
Internship Commitment
Globalink interns are generally expected to work approximately 40 hours per week for 12 consecutive weeks and remain in Canada throughout the internship period.
Important Dates
Application deadline: 16 September 2026 at 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time
Internships: May–October 2027
Applicants are encouraged to submit early enough to avoid technical problems close to the deadline.
Important Notice
TripDoc has verified this opportunity directly from the official Mitacs website.
Eligibility varies significantly by country, university, academic level and partner organisation. Applicants should always confirm their individual eligibility using the official Mitacs requirements before applying.
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