Canada • Summer Research • International Students
The Globalink Research Internship (GRI) places top undergraduates from partner countries at Canadian universities for a 12-week, full-time research experience with funding support (stipend, housing allowance, airfare, health insurance, and more). Below are the benefits, eligibility, dates, and a simple, step-by-step plan.
Program overview (what it is)
GRI connects international undergraduate students with Canadian professors for a 12-week, supervised research project. Internships run in the summer, with start dates typically between May 1 and July 31. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Heads-up on 2026 intake: The student application deadline for the 2026 summer GRI was September 17, 2025 (1:00 pm PT). If you missed it, use this guide to prepare for the next cycle and watch the official page for updates. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
What GRI provides (funding & support)
- Round-trip airfare support and local airport transfer
- Weekly living stipend and a housing allowance (amounts vary by origin)
- Reimbursement of immigration document fees (as required)
- Payment of host university student/admin fees (if applicable)
- Emergency health insurance for internship dates
Exact amounts and disbursement are published by Mitacs each cycle (see award letters/guides).
- Full-time research under a Canadian professor
- Professional development courses, events allowance
- Access to Canada’s research ecosystem (all disciplines)
Source snapshot: Benefits listed on the official student page and implementation/award docs include airfare, housing & living stipends, health insurance, immigration fee support, and PD offerings. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
Eligibility (who can apply)
- Be an undergraduate (or combined UG/Master’s) at an eligible partner-country institution
- Meet GPA requirements specified for your country/region
- Meet age/enrollment rules and be available for 12 weeks in summer
Check the “Eligible Universities” list and your country’s requirements for each cycle.
- Canadian faculty submit project proposals; no industry partner required
- Must be able to supervise an international intern on campus
See Mitacs pages and partner university notices for current eligibility, plus the live list of eligible universities by country. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Timeline & key dates (work backwards)
- Aug–Sep (student call): Apply online; choose up to the maximum allowed projects (country-specific). Example: 2026 call closed Sept 17, 2025. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
- Jan–Mar: Matching & offers; logistics in the Globalink platform (travel, housing, insurance). :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
- May 1 – Jul 31: Arrival/start window; internships last 12 weeks (10–11 in rare exceptions). :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Important: Internal dates vary by host campus; always follow the instructions you receive from Mitacs and your host university. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
How to apply (step-by-step)
- Check eligibility. Confirm your university appears on the current “Eligible Universities” list and that you meet your country’s GPA/semester rules. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
- Create/Log in to the GRI portal. Browse projects and shortlist (mind the cap and keywords). :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
- Prepare documents. Passport, transcript(s), CV (Mitacs template acceptable), references if your route requires them. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
- Submit early. Many popular projects fill quickly; late edits may be locked after the deadline.
- After selection. Enter travel/housing details, accept agreements, and complete PD sign-ups in the Globalink platform. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
Documents checklist
- Valid passport (full internship period)
- Official/unofficial transcript(s) with grading scale
- CV (links to code/papers/demos encouraged)
- Contact details for references (if needed)
- Travel itinerary & accommodation details (Globalink portal)
- Immigration documents (visa/permit as instructed)
- Health insurance activation (Mitacs-provided)
Funding specifics: Award templates indicate airfare support, airport transfer stipend, weekly living and housing allowances (cycle-specific values). :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
FAQs (Short & Straight)
How long is the internship?
Typically 12 weeks full-time in summer (start May–July). :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
What costs are covered?
Mitacs provides airfare support, airport transfer, housing and living stipends, emergency health insurance, and immigration fee support (details vary by cycle). :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}
Who can apply?
Undergraduates (or combined UG/Master’s) at eligible partner-country universities who meet GPA/semester rules and can commit to 12 weeks. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}
When should I apply?
The student call typically opens in late summer for the following summer. For example, the 2026 call closed on Sept 17, 2025. Watch the official page for the next cycle. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}
Final word: Confirm eligibility, shortlist smartly, and submit early. If the student call is closed, line up your documents and references now, and monitor the official GRI page so you’re first to apply next cycle.
• Educational guidance; always verify current rules, funding amounts, and deadlines on the official Mitacs site and your host university’s page.