TL;DR: Mitacs Globalink Research Internship (GRI) 2027 offers competitive, funded 12-week research internships at Canadian universities for international undergraduates from partner countries and regions. Internships run between May and October 2027. The application deadline is Wednesday, 16 September 2026, at 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time. Most applicants apply through the Globalink Student Platform; United States citizens apply via Fulbright Canada instead.
Quick facts
- Programme: Mitacs Globalink Research Internship (GRI) 2027
- Organisation: Mitacs (Canada)
- Host country: Canada (70+ academic institutions)
- Level: Undergraduate research internship (not a degree award)
- Duration: 12 consecutive weeks; start between 1 May and 31 July 2027; overall window 1 May to 31 October 2027
- Funding type: Funded research internship (travel contribution, housing and living stipends, enrollment-fee support, emergency health insurance; amounts vary by country and host)
- Fields: Broad range across science, engineering, mathematics, humanities, and social sciences (project-dependent; some partner countries limit disciplines)
- Application deadline: Wednesday, 16 September 2026, 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time
- How to apply: Globalink Student Platform (non-U.S. applicants); Fulbright Canada for United States citizens
What the funding covers
According to the official Mitacs GRI students page, the Globalink research internship award typically includes:
- Funding toward round-trip airfare to Canada (amount varies by country of origin)
- Funding toward transport from the Canadian airport to accommodation
- Housing stipend (amount varies by country of origin)
- Stipend toward student enrollment fees (amount varies by host institution)
- Stipend for food and incidentals (amount varies by country of origin)
- Emergency health insurance for the internship period
- Support from student mentors on campus in Canada
- Access to industry events and professional development courses
Mitacs notes that the programme is co-funded with international partners, so funding amounts can vary. Funds are generally disbursed after the internship starts and require physical presence in Canada. Some interns receive funds through their country’s partner organisation; award letters explain the route in those cases.
Eligibility
Core Mitacs requirements for the 2027 cohort include:
- Be at least 18 years old at the time of application
- Be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate or combined undergraduate/master’s programme at an eligible institution in a partner country or region
- Have completed at least two years of undergraduate study, or be enrolled in the second year of the current programme (country-specific rules apply)
- Have one to three semesters remaining in the programme as of fall 2027 (country-specific rules apply)
- Meet the grade or Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) rules for the relevant international partner
- Apply to a minimum of three and a maximum of ten projects, spanning at least three different Canadian provinces
- Be fluent in the oral and written language of the project (English and/or French)
- Be available for 12 consecutive weeks between 1 May and 31 October, starting anytime between 1 May and 31 July
- Not have held a Globalink Research Internship award before
Partner countries and regions listed by Mitacs for GRI 2027 include: Austria, Brazil, Chile, China, Colombia, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Jordan, Mexico, Pakistan, Peru, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand, Tunisia, Ukraine, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Many partners add citizenship, institution-list, discipline, language-test, or nomination rules. Always check your country’s block on the official eligibility section and the GRI 2027 eligible universities list before you apply.
United States applicants: U.S. citizens must apply through Fulbright Canada, not the Mitacs Globalink Student Platform. Fulbright’s stated application deadline is 16 September 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Mitacs also screens affiliations related to Named Research Organizations (NROs) and Sensitive Technology Research Areas (STRA). Applicants with certain affiliations may be ineligible for projects that advance STRA topics.
Programme dates
- Application deadline (Mitacs platform): Wednesday, 16 September 2026, 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time
- Matching / offers: Mitacs typically confirms internships by email between mid-December and mid-February
- Internship start window: 1 May to 31 July 2027
- Internship period: 12 consecutive weeks within 1 May to 31 October 2027
- Workload: About 40 hours per week for 12 weeks
Fields of study
Projects span science, engineering, mathematics, the humanities, and social sciences. Host professors post projects in the Globalink database; some international partners restrict eligible disciplines (for example, Germany emphasises STEM-related fields, and India partners focus on engineering and technology). Search multiple keywords so interdisciplinary openings are not missed.
How to apply
Prepare early, then complete your application so its status shows as Complete before the deadline. Mitacs states there is no separate Submit button; complete applications are taken at the deadline automatically.
- Confirm you meet general and country-specific eligibility, including institution lists and GPA rules.
- Ensure your passport will remain valid until at least January 2028 (you may apply without a passport, but approved interns must supply valid passport details later).
- Obtain a professor reference letter that follows Mitacs instructions (institution letterhead; supervisor or co-supervisor who can speak to your academic and research experience).
- Update your curriculum vitae (CV); Mitacs provides a template in its GRI information package.
- Gather official transcripts in English or French (or notarised translations if needed), matching the language of the projects you select.
- Complete any partner-required language tests.
- Create one account on the Globalink Student Platform, select three to ten projects across at least three Canadian provinces, and upload all required documents.
Applications are assessed on eligibility, CGPA, statement of interest quality, reference-letter quality, and fit with the chosen projects. Incomplete applications are not assessed. Email submissions are not accepted.
FAQ
Is Globalink Research Internship open to graduate students?
No. Mitacs states that Globalink Research Internship is not open to graduate students or postdoctoral fellows. It targets undergraduates (and combined undergraduate/master’s students where partner rules allow).
Can I apply to a project outside my major?
Yes, if your skills match the project description. Mitacs encourages keyword searches across disciplines. Your background must still be relevant to the research topic and skills the professor lists.
Do I need a language test score for Mitacs?
Mitacs itself does not require a language score for the platform application, but you must be proficient in the project language (English and/or French). Some international partners do require TOEFL, IELTS, or other proof; check your country section.
What if my university is missing from the drop-down list?
Search alternative official names (no abbreviations). If it still does not appear, contact [email protected] so Mitacs can check whether the institution can be added or funded.
When will I hear if I am selected?
Mitacs typically emails confirmed interns between mid-December and mid-February. Eligibility and interviews do not guarantee an offer.
