Support the next generation of researchers

The Mitacs Accelerate Québec program offers funding for research internships. It gives graduate students a unique opportunity to extend the scope of their research by teaming up with private businesses, in projects where they can effective apply their skills and resources to face new challenges.

ADVANTAGES

  • Mitacs matches the funding provided by participating organizations.
  • Eligible project-related expenses will be covered.
  • Canadian citizens, permanent residents and international students can qualify for the   program.
  • Applications may be submitted at any time.
  • Candidates are not selected based on a competition. Applications are peer reviewed to ensure their excellence.
  • Internships can be integrated in graduate programs to provide a foreseeable source of funding. They also grant students experiential learning opportunities and the possibility of recruitment after graduation.
1. Application submission – Any time
2. Application review – 6 weeks
3. Project approval – Minimum 4 months
4. Project launch– Minimum 4 months
5. Project completion– Minimum 4 months
6. Final report & exit survey – 1 month