Research Internships
University of Alberta International offers several options for students from abroad who want to gain hands-on academic research experience at the UAlberta on a short-term basis. These programs are open to students from all disciplines who are interested in expanding their knowledge in their area of study through collaboration with UAlberta's world-class researchers. Most are targeted to senior undergraduate students, although some are open to graduate-level students as well.
University of Alberta Research Experience (UARE)
Open to: Senior undergraduate students at key partner institutions
Disciplines: All
Funding: $6,000 CAD to help cover flights, immigration, living expenses, health insurance, and accommodation
Duration: 12 weeks
Start Dates: Spring/Summer or Winter
MITACS Globalink (GRI)
Open to: Undergraduate and graduate students in designated countries
Disciplines: All
Funding: Varies in value; typically covers living expenses, flights, health insurance, and accommodation
Duration: 12 weeks
Start Dates: May 1 through July 31
China Scholarship Council (CSC) Funded Internships
Open to: Undergraduate students from designated universities in China
Disciplines: All
Funding: $4,500 CAD, airfare, health insurance
Duration: 3 months
Start Dates: July 2 - October 1
Government of Canada International Scholarships (ELAP, SEED, Study in Canada)
Open to: Undergraduate and graduate students from the Americas, Southeast Asia, and across the globe
Disciplines: All
Funding: $8,200 - $15,900 CAD
Duration: 4, 6, or 8 months
Start Dates: Sept 1 - Feb 1
Why UAlberta?
The University of Alberta is a research-intensive post-secondary institution located in western Canada. It consistently ranks among the top 5 schools nation-wide as well as the top 100 in the world (QS World Ranking). The University of Alberta is a busy place — 41,000 students at five separate campus locations (four in Edmonton and one in Camrose).
University of Alberta maintains over 400 research laboratories, and our faculty members receive approximately $500 million in external research funding.
University of Alberta International provides full support for participants before, during and after their placement. A formal orientation, professional development seminars, academic networking opportunities, and a poster symposium are offered to program participants, as well as opportunities to participate in weekly social events, cultural activities, and trips to the Canadian Rocky Mountains.
Considering continuing your higher education journey with us? University of Alberta's Faculty of Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies (GPS) is home to more than 8,400 graduate students in 500+ graduate programs and 170+ doctoral programs in 300 research areas.