Administered by Government of Canada · Last verified: July 2026
Mitacs program funding international undergraduate students to do 12-week research internships at Canadian universities. Co-funded with the company hosting the project.
Review times vary by program, from a few weeks to a few months, so check the official page for its timeline. Grant money is usually paid after you sign a funding agreement, and cost-shared programs often reimburse you once you send proof of what you spent.
Take the 3-minute quiz to find out, and see every other Canadian program you qualify for at the same time.
Check my eligibilityMitacs Globalink Research Internship is generally open to incorporated businesses, in any province or territory, in Technology & Software, Professional Services, that carry out research and development. Confirm the full criteria on the official program page before applying.
The estimated value is Mitacs covers $6,000 of internship stipend. The actual amount depends on your eligible costs, the program's budget, and approval.
1. Identify Canadian university professor partner 2. Define research project (12 weeks) 3. Apply through Mitacs portal in spring window
Annual intake periods.