Westlake University Summer Research Internship
Location: Hangzhou, China
Type of Internship: Research
Paid or Unpaid: Paid
Level: Undergraduate
Faculties: Engineering
Program Overview
Westlake University, located in the picturesque city of Hangzhou, is a new type of research university, a first in the history of modern China. It is both supported by public and private funding and a vanguard in the reform of the higher education system in China. With its predecessor Westlake Institute for Advanced Study established in 2016, Westlake University is striving to cultivate top talent, to make breakthroughs in basic research and innovation in cutting-edge technologies, and to foster human development through science and technology.
When Can I Go?
Terms Offered: Spring/Summer
Duration: 12 weeks (June to August)
Eligibility Requirements
See Eligibility.
Application Deadlines + Instructions
Deadline: Closed for Summer 2025. Likely late-January for Summer 2026.
Instructions: Apply on . Ensure that your letter of intent mentions which project you are interested in.
Fees + Costs
Nomination Fee: $250 CAD
Program Benefits:
- Monthly allowance of 3,000 RMB from the China Scholarship Council.
- On-campus accommodation is provided.
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.