Talented international Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students are invited to apply for the prestigious, fully funded USTC Research Internship 2026 at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC). It gives participants the chance to work on cutting-edge research projects under the careful supervision of USTC researchers and professors, enhancing their academic understanding and giving them valuable practical research experience.
Students can engage at their own pace based on their academic schedules during the program’s three to eleven-month duration. Crucially, there is no application cost, so anyone from all across the world can apply. The chosen participants will experience USTC’s robust research environment, which includes state-of-the-art labs, innovative facilities, and a global academic community.
In addition to improving research abilities, this internship introduces students to teamwork, creativity, and intercultural interaction. USTC, one of the most prominent colleges in China, provides a special opportunity for interns to expand their professional and academic networks while also participating in worthwhile research projects in a variety of subjects.
Host Country: China
University: The University of Science and Technology of China (USTC)
Opportunity Type: Research Internship
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- All nationalities are welcome to apply; candidates from all over the world are eligible.
- must possess a current non-Chinese foreign passport.
- Age range required: 18–40 years old.
- Both mental and physical health must be in good condition.
- A high school degree or its equivalent is the minimum level of education.
- Candidates need to be criminally clean.
- Strong command of the English language is necessary.
Benefits:
Level A Benefits
- Full tuition waiver.
- Comprehensive medical insurance.
- Free accommodation in a university dormitory.
- Monthly stipend:
- 2,500 RMB (≈392 USD) for Bachelor’s students.
- 3,000 RMB (≈470 USD) for Master’s students.
- 3,500 RMB (≈550 USD) for PhD students.
Level B Benefits
- Full tuition waiver.
- Free university accommodation.
- Medical insurance coverage.
Level C Benefits
- Full tuition waiver only.
Deadline: September 30, 2025