MITACS/DAAD: RISE (Research in Science & Engineering) - Internship
Location: Germany
Type of Internship: Research
Paid or Unpaid: Unpaid (scholarships, stipends, and grants available)
Level: Undergraduate
Faculties: Science and Engineering
MITACS/DAAD: RISE (Research Internships in Science & Engineering) - Research Placement
Program Overview
MITACS has partnered with the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD), to support the mobility of students from Canadian universities to German universities and institutions. DAAD matches undergraduate students with a PhD student in Germany in the fields of Biology, Physics, Earth Science, or Engineering.
The RISE-Globalink Research Internship (RISE-GRI) is a competitive initiative that offers undergraduate students at Canadian universities in the fields of biology, chemistry, computer science, engineering, earth science, and physics the opportunity to participate in a research project supervised by a doctoral student at a German university or institution.
Benefits
- The DAAD provides logistical support to selected students (including assistance finding accommodation in cooperation with mentors at the host institution, information on visas and work permits, and research arrangements).
Internships are available in the following areas:
- Engineering
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Earth Science
- Physics
When Can I Go?
Terms Offered: Spring/Summer
Duration: Usually 10 to 12 weeks
Eligibility Requirements
For all questions related to eligibility, applying on the Rise portal, costs, and program details, visit: RISE Program and email rise@daad.de
See Eligibility.
Application Deadlines + Instructions
Deadline: TBA (Usually December for May/June start)
Instructions: Apply on Horizons and the RISE Germany portal
Fees + Costs
Nomination Fee: $250 CAD
- Mitacs provides $6,000 to support the student’s travel costs and living expenses.
- The DAAD provides health, accident, and liability insurance.
Students are encouraged to apply for funding even if they do not have a confirmed internship to avoid missing important deadlines.
Program Information & Contact
For all questions, email goabroad@ualberta.ca or connect with the International Outbound Internships Coordinator through in-person or virtual advising.
Funding Opportunities
Students receive on average between $1,400-$2,000 in funding.
Over 80% of students who apply get funding.