For Canadian universities and research supervisors looking to bring global talent into their labs, the Mitacs Globalink Research Internship creates a structured way to host high‑performing international undergraduates for short-term research projects. Running nationally across Canada, this initiative connects faculty members with students from a wide range of partner countries, helping strengthen international research ties while advancing projects in disciplines ranging from engineering and computer science to social sciences and the humanities.
Through the Globalink Research Internship, selected students complete a full-time research placement, typically over the summer months, under the supervision of a Canadian academic. Mitacs provides non-repayable funding support that helps cover key costs such as the student stipend, travel, and living expenses, reducing the administrative and financial burden on host institutions. With placements available at dozens of universities across the country, the program is often used to explore new research ideas, support ongoing studies, and build longer-term international collaborations that may extend into graduate studies or future research partnerships.
The program is competitive and operates on an annual intake cycle, and the current application call is closed. For institutions, researchers, or partners planning ahead for future rounds, understanding how the Globalink Research Internship aligns with your research priorities can be an important first step before the next intake opens.
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