Boost Your Career: Mitacs Globalink Research Internships

The Mitacs Globalink Research Internships (GRI) program is an exceptional opportunity for international undergraduate students to gain valuable research experience in Canada. This competitive initiative allows students from various countries to participate in a 12-week internship under the guidance of Canadian faculty members, covering a wide array of disciplines, from science and engineering to the humanities and social sciences.

Overview of the Mitacs Globalink Research Internships

The GRI program is designed to immerse students in Canada’s innovative research environment, providing hands-on experience that is crucial for their academic and professional development. Interns will work alongside distinguished faculty members and graduate students, gaining access to state-of-the-art research facilities and resources.Interns will also have the opportunity to engage in professional development courses, attend industry events, and participate in social activities that enhance their overall experience. This program not only fosters academic growth but also encourages cultural exchange and networking among peers from diverse backgrounds.

Benefits of the Mitacs Globalink Research Internships

Participating in the GRI program offers numerous advantages:

• Research Experience: Interns will conduct research in their field of study while being supervised by experienced faculty members.
• Professional Development: The program includes workshops and courses that help interns develop essential skills for their future careers.
• Cultural Exchange: Interns will experience life in Canada, allowing them to explore new cultures and perspectives.
• Networking Opportunities: Participants can connect with professionals, researchers, and fellow interns, building valuable relationships for future endeavors.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the GRI program, candidates must meet specific eligibility requirements:

• Be at least 18 years old at the time of application.
• Be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or combined undergraduate/master’s program at an eligible institution.
• Have one to three semesters remaining in their program as of fall 2025.
• Meet the minimum GPA requirements set by their respective countries.
• Be fluent in English and/or French, depending on the project language requirements.
• Be available for a 12-week internship between May 1 and October 31.

Country-Specific Requirements

Each partner country has unique eligibility criteria for applicants. Below is a summary of specific requirements based on country:

Brazil – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

• Partner(s): Fundação Araucária
• Citizenship Requirement: No
• Eligible Institutions: Specific institutions listed on the Fundação Araucária website
• Eligible Applicants: Full-time undergraduate students or combined undergraduate-Master’s program, enrolled at least in the second year, graduating between December 2025 and December 2026
• Eligible Disciplines: Agriculture, Agribusiness, Agronomy, Biotechnology, Information Systems, Health Science and Technology
• Minimum GPA: 80%
• Language Proficiency Exam Requirement: No
• Additional Requirements: Must be registered at an approved Parana State University and involved in specified research activities.

Chile – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

• Partner(s): CRUCH-FUDEA
• Citizenship Requirement: No
• Eligible Institutions: Specific institutions listed on the CRUCH website
• Eligible Applicants: Full-time undergraduate students or combined undergraduate-Master’s program graduating between December 2024 and December 2026
• Eligible Disciplines: All
• Minimum GPA: 67%
• Language Proficiency Exam Requirement: Yes (TOEFL or equivalent)
• Additional Requirements: None specified.

China – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

• Partner(s): China Scholarship Council (CSC)
• Citizenship Requirement: Yes; Chinese citizenship required
• Eligible Institutions: Specific institutions listed on the CSC website
• Eligible Applicants: Full-time undergraduate students graduating between January 1st, 2026 and December 31st, 2026
• Eligible Disciplines: All
• Minimum GPA: 85%
• Language Proficiency Exam Requirements: Yes (various criteria including IELTS/TOEFL)
• Additional Requirements: Must register with CSC if matched with Mitacs.

Colombia – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

• Partner(s): Minciencias | Ministerio de Ciencia Tecnología e Innovación
• Citizenship Requirement: Yes; Colombian citizenship required
• Eligible Institutions: Specific institutions listed by Minciencias
• Eligible Applicants: Full-time undergraduate students or combined undergraduate-Master’s program graduating between December 2024 and December 2025
• Eligible Disciplines: STEAM areas (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics)
• Minimum GPA: 76%
• Language Proficiency Exam Requirement: No
• Additional Requirements: Age requirement of 18 to 28 years as of December 31, 2024.

France – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

• Partner(s): University of Lorraine; University of Grenoble Alpes
• Citizenship Requirement: No
• Eligible Institutions: All French universities
• Eligible Applicants:
  • UGA: Registered in L3, M1 or engineering first/second year; graduating between 2025 and 2026.
  • University of Lorraine: Registered in L3 or M1; graduating between July 2025 and July 2027.
  • Others: Registered in L3/M1 during the internship.
• Minimum GPA Requirements:
  • University of Lorraine: CGPA of 3.5 (70%)
  • UGA: CGPA of 75% (13.5/20)
  • Others: Minimum of 12/20 or equivalent.
• Language Proficiency Exam Requirements: Yes (varies by institution)

Germany – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

• Partner(s): Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst (DAAD)
• Citizenship Requirement: No
• Eligible Institutions: All German universities
• Eligible Applicants: Full-time undergraduate students graduating between July 2025 and July 2027
• Eligible Disciplines: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Engineering, Physics, etc.
• Minimum GPA Requirement: At least a score of 2.9/6 (65%)

Hong Kong – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

• Partner(s): The Hong Kong Polytechnic University; The University of Hong Kong (HKU)

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

• Citizenship Requirement: No
• Graduation Timeline: Between June 2026 and August 2027
• Minimum GPA Requirement: CGPA of at least 3.0 (69.7%)

The University of Hong Kong (HKU)

• Citizenship Requirement: No
• Graduation Timeline: Between December 2025 and September 2028
• Minimum GPA Requirement: CGPA of at least 3.3 (76.7%)

India – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

Due to the termination of agreements with Mitacs’s international partners in India, students enrolled in Indian institutions are not eligible for GRI 2025.

Mexico – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

• Partner(s): Secretaría de Educación Pública (SEP); JuventudEsGto; Universidad Tecnológica El Retoño (UTR); Instituto Tecnológico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey (ITESM)

General Eligibility

• Citizenship Requirement: Yes; Mexican citizenship required

Eligible Applicants:

1. ITESM: Full-time undergraduate students graduating between June and December 2026.
2. SEP: Full-time undergraduate students or combined undergraduate-Master’s program graduating between December 2025 and December 2026.
3. UTR: Full-time undergraduate students graduating in December 2025.
4. JuventudEsGto: Full-time undergraduate students or combined undergraduate-Master’s program graduating between December 2024 and December 2025.

Minimum GPA Requirements:

1. JuventudEsGto: Minimum GPA of 85%.
2. UTR: Minimum GPA of 90%.
3. Others: Minimum GPA of at least 80%.

Language Proficiency Exam Requirements:

1. UTR: Yes; must present English proficiency test results.
2. SEP: Yes; various requirements for English and French.

Pakistan – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

General Eligibility

• Citizenship Requirement: No
• Full-time undergraduate students or combined undergraduate-Master’s program graduating between December 2024 and December 2025.
• Minimum GPA Requirement: 80%
• Language Proficiency Exam Requirement: No

Saudi Arabia – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

General Eligibility

Partner(s): Ministry of Education of Saudi ArabiaCitizenship Requirement: Yes; Saudi citizenship requiredEligible Institutions: All Saudi public universitiesEligible Applicants: Full-time undergraduate students in their last two years graduating between 2025 and 2026Minimum GPA Requirement: At least an average of 80%Language Proficiency Exam Requirement: No

South Korea – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

General Eligibility

Partner(s): Hanseo University; Korea Aerospace UniversityCitizenship Requirements:

1. Hanseo University – Yes; Republic of Korea citizenship required.
2. Korea Aerospace University – Yes; Republic of Korea citizenship required.

Eligible Applicants:

Full-time undergraduate students or combined undergraduate-Master’s program graduating between February 2026 and February 2027.

Minimum GPA Requirements:

1. Hanseo University – CGPA of at least 3.4/4.5 (75%).
2. Korea Aerospace University – CGPA of at least 3.6/4.5 (80%).

Language Proficiency Exam Requirements:

Yes; TOEFL or IELTS scores must be submitted directly to the respective universities.

Taiwan – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

General Eligibility

Partner(s): National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)Citizenship Requirement: Republic of China (Taiwan)Eligible Institutions in Taiwan: All Taiwanese Universities

Eligible Applicants:

Senior students enrolled in a full-time undergraduate program or a combined undergraduate-Master’s program who have completed at least two years by application time.

Graduation Timeline:

Undergraduate: Between October 2025 and July 2026
Combined Undergraduate and Master’s: Between October 2025 and July 2027

Minimum GPA Requirement:

CGPA ≧3.3 (77%)

Language Proficiency Exam Requirements:

Yes; TOEFL iBT ≧79 or equivalent scores required.

Tunisia – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

General Eligibility

Partner(s): Tunisia’s Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research (MHESR)Citizenship Requirement: Yes; Tunisian citizenship requiredEligible Institutions in Tunisia: All Tunisian public universities

Eligible Applicants:

Full-time undergraduate students or combined undergraduate-Master’s program in their third year of engineering studies graduating between June 2024 and December 2025.

Minimum GPA Requirement:

80%

Additional Requirements:

Applicants must be among the top 20% in their class.

Ukraine – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

General Eligibility

Partner(s): Ministry of Education and Science of UkraineCitizenship Requirements: NoEligible Institutions in Ukraine: All Ukrainian universities

Eligible Applicants:

Full-time undergraduate students or combined undergraduate-Master’s program graduating between June 2025 and December 2026.

Minimum GPA Requirement:

80%

United Kingdom – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

General Eligibility

Partner(s): Universities UK International (UUKi)Citizenship Requirements: NoEligible Institutions in the United Kingdom: Specific institutions listed by UUKi

Eligible Applicants:

Full-time undergraduate students on three-year programs graduating in summer 2026 or four-year programs with a year abroad/industry graduating summer 2027.

Minimum Weighted Average:

60% (equivalent to a grade of upper second class).

Language Proficiency Exam Requirements:

No

United States – 2025 Cohort Eligibility

General Eligibility

American students must apply directly to Fulbright Canada via Fulbright’s website.Partner(s): Fulbright CanadaCitizenship requirement: Yes – United States citizens requiredEligible Institutions in the United States: All accredited universities

Eligible Applicants:

Full-time undergraduate students with one to three semesters remaining as of Fall 2025.

Language Proficiency Exam Requirements:

No

Additional Details:

Applicants may complete shorter internships with a minimum duration of ten weeks.

Application Process

To apply for the GRI program, students should follow these steps:

1. Review eligibility criteria specific to their country.
2. Prepare necessary documents including academic transcripts, CV, reference letter, and language proficiency proof if required.
3. Create an account on the Globalink Student Platform once applications open.
4. Submit applications by selecting a minimum of three projects across different Canadian provinces.
5. Ensure all documents are complete before submission as incomplete applications will not be assessed.

Funding Details

The GRI program offers a comprehensive funding package that includes:

• Contribution towards round-trip airfare to Canada (amount varies).
• Stipend for housing and food expenses based on country-specific rates.
• Emergency health insurance coverage during the internship period.

Conclusion

The Mitacs Globalink Research Internships program represents a unique opportunity for international undergraduate students to expand their academic horizons while gaining invaluable research experience in Canada. By participating in this competitive initiative, students can enhance their skills, build professional networks, and create lasting memories in a new cultural environment.For those looking to elevate their academic journey through hands-on research experience while exploring Canada’s vibrant landscape, applying for the Mitacs Globalink Research Internships could be a pivotal step towards achieving future career goals.