🔆 Program Overview

✅ Fully funded international research internship at the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC)
✅ Open for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students worldwide
✅ Work on real research projects under the supervision of USTC professors
✅ Internship duration ranges from 3 to 11 months
✅ No application fee
✅ Fall 2026 intake

🔆 Internship Details
✅ Host Country: China
✅ University: University of Science and Technology of China (USTC)
✅ Location: Hefei, Anhui
✅ Duration: 3 to 11 Months
✅ Intake: Fall 2026
✅ Funding Type: Fully Funded

🔆 Benefits
✅ Tuition fee waiver
✅ Free university accommodation (Level A & B)
✅ Comprehensive medical insurance
✅ Monthly stipend (Level A):
✅ 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

🔆 Fellowship Levels
✅ Level A: Tuition waiver, free dormitory, medical insurance, monthly stipend
✅ Level B: Tuition waiver, free accommodation, medical insurance
✅ Level C: Tuition waiver only

🔆 Features of the Program
✅ Research excellence in top-tier laboratories
✅ Academic advantage for future studies at USTC
✅ Cultural immersion and basic Chinese language exposure
✅ Hands-on research experience with global exposure

🔆 Research Field Areas
✅ Chemistry and Materials Science
✅ Computer Science and Technology
✅ Earth and Space Sciences
✅ Engineering Science
✅ Gifted Young Programs
✅ Humanities and Social Science
✅ Information Science and Technology
✅ Life Sciences
✅ Management
✅ Mathematical Sciences
✅ Physical Sciences
✅ Public Affairs
✅ Software Engineering
✅ NSRL
✅ SKLFS
✅ IMR

🔆 Eligibility Criteria
✅ Open to applicants of all nationalities
✅ Must hold a valid non-Chinese passport
✅ Age between 18 and 40 years
✅ Good physical and mental health
✅ Minimum education: High school diploma or equivalent
✅ No criminal record
✅ Strong English language proficiency

🔆 How to Apply
✅ Identify and contact a USTC professor in your research field
✅ Obtain pre-acceptance from the supervisor
✅ Complete the online application form
✅ Upload all required documents
✅ Submit the application through the official USTC portal

🔆 Require Documents
✅ Valid passport copy
✅ Academic transcripts
✅ Updated CV / Resume
✅ Study or research plan
✅ Recommendation letter (if required)
✅ Proof of English proficiency

🔆 Deadline
✅ 31st March 2026