AICTE-MITACS Globalink Research Internship (GRI) Scheme

Organisation : All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
Facility Name : AICTE-MITACS Globalink Research Internship (GRI) Scheme
Applicable For : 3rd Year Student of Undergraduate Program (B.E / B.Tech) in AICTE Approved Institution
Applicable State/UT : All India
Website : https://www.aicte-india.org/

What is AICTE MITACS Globalink Research Internship Scheme?

AICTE, on 23rd February 2018, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Mathematics of Information Technology and Computer Systems (MITACS) Canada for AICTE – MITACS Globalink Research Internships (GRI) Program to foster cross-border partnerships focussed on creating a platform that opens the path for collaborative research between Canada and India to a wider pool of student talent in India.

Related / Similar Scheme : MNRE National Renewable Energy Internship (NREI) Scheme

Eligibility of AICTE MITACS Globalink Research Internship

1) 3rd year full-time student of undergraduate program (B.E / B.Tech) in AICTE Approved Institution in the year of application;
2) Have a minimum CGPA / GPA of 85% in 2nd year;
3) Be at least 18 years of age;
4) Be able to spend twelve (12) weeks between May and September at a university in Canada on a research project related to their area of interest and expertise;
5) Demonstrate oral and written fluency in English or French, depending on the primary language of the project as indicated by the Canadian host professor.

Benefits of AICTE MITACS Globalink Research Internship

** The total cost of the program is $12,000 CAD per student.
** MITACS will contribute $9,000 CAD per student.
** AICTE will contribute $3,000 CAD per student.
** The full cost per student includes airfare, visa, medical, stipend, accommodation, Globalink Student Mentors, programming, and research costs. It will also include access to Globalink branded activities in Canada, which may include professional skills workshops, receptions, and industrial engagement activities.

How To Apply For AICTE MITACS Globalink Research Internship?

1) The student fulfilling the eligibility criteria, shall apply directly to MITACS Canada via its portal and follow procedure, guidelines and terms and conditions mentioned therein;

2) Candidates must provide the following with their application to the AICTE-GRI Program, in accordance with the instructions on the MITACS online application portal:
i. Official yearly transcripts for all years in university;
ii. Curriculum Vitae (CV);
iii. One (1) reference letter from a post-secondary academic supervisor or researcher and Project rationale;
iv. Any other document(s) mentioned in MITACS GRI Portal;

3) All materials submitted to MITACS must be in either English or French. If materials submitted are not in one of Canada’s official languages, notarized transcripts must be submitted.

4) Before leaving the country for pursuing Globalink Research Internships (GRI) at Canada, student should have a valid passport, and has obtained all necessary documents and permissions including visa, air tickets for air travel etc.

5) On completion of the Internships, the candidate must submit feedback form

Apply Here : https://www.mitacs.ca/our-programs/globalink-research-internship-students/

Funding of AICTE MITACS Globalink Research Internship

1) The AICTE-MITACS GRI Program will be jointly funded for 300 students by AICTE & MITACS as per details below:
i. The total cost of the program is $12,000 CAD per student.
ii. MITACS will contribute $9,000 CAD per student.
iii. AICTE will contribute $3,000 CAD per student.

2) The full cost per student includes airfare, visa, medical, stipend, accommodation, Globalink Student Mentors, programming and research costs. It will also include access to Globalink branded activities in Canada, which may include professional skills workshops, receptions, and industrial engagement activities.