The University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) has announced their research internship program 2026 applications. This is a fully-funded global project that is open to students of all academic levels to carry out state-of-the-art research with the guidance of faculty members of the world-renowned USTC.
The program is based in Hefei, Anhui Province and has a 3-11 month program with a Spring 2026 intake. Applications are due before the end of September 30, 2025, and no application fee is required.
USTC offers extensive financial aid in the form of three levels of fellowships, Level A being fully tuition, medical insurance, free housing and monthly stipends of ¥2,500-3,500 USD (depending on level of study).
The program covers 16 research fields such as Chemistry, Computer Science, Life Sciences, Engineering and special institutes. The participants are exposed to the best laboratories and are also exposed to Chinese culture and language.
USTC Research Internship 2026 – We are accepting applications!
- Country: China
- University: University of science and technology of China (USTC)
- Location: Hefei, Anhui
- Duration: 3 to 11 months (Spring 2026 intake)
- Funding: Fully funded
- Deadline: September 30, 2025
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Financial Perks at a Glance
USTC has three levels of fellowship:
Level A
- Full tuition waiver
- Extensive health care coverage.
- Free on-campus dormitory
- Monthly stipend:
- 2,500 RMB ≈ 392 USD (Bachelor’s)
- 3,000 RMB ≈ 470 USD (Master’s)
- 3,500 RMB ≈ 550 USD (PhD)
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Level B
- Tuition waiver
- Medical insurance
- On-campus accommodation
Level C
Tuition waiver only
Why is this Internship Special?
Elite Research: Collaborate with renowned USTC professors in state-of-the-art laboratories.
Academic Boost: Forge meaningful relationships and put your future education at USTC on a serious footing.
Cultural Immersion: Take simple lessons in the Chinese language and be exposed to the rich Hui culture.
Areas of research you can explore.
- Explore any of these adventurous areas:
- Chemistry/Materials Science.
- Computer Science/Technology.
- Earth & Space Sciences
- Engineering Science
- Gifted Young Program
- Humanities & Social Sciences
- Information Science/Technology.
- Life Sciences
- Management
- Mathematical Sciences
- Physical Science
- Public Affairs
- Software Engineering
- NSRL (National Synchrotron Radiation Laboratory)
- SKLFS (State Key Laboratory of Fire Science)
- IMR (Institute of Microelectronics of CAS)
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Eligibility Requirements
- You qualify to be a great candidate as long as you:
- Hold a non-Chinese passport
- Ages 18 to 40
- Well-built and healthy, clean criminal record.
- Strong English proficiency
- In your 3rd/4th year of undergraduate study or pursuing a Master degree or doctoral degree.
- At least high school education? Good–but you must be an undergraduate, where required (by the USTC itself)
How to Apply
1: Contact a USTC professor in your area of research interest and get a pre-acceptance letter. You can get the right match in supervisor profiles and school websites.
2: Go to the USTC online application portal.
3: Choose: Non-degree Program Research Internship.
4: Complete the application and attach supporting documentation such as:
- Passport
- CV
- Transcripts
- Research proposal
- Recommendation letter(s)
- Pre-acceptance letter
5: Apply by September 30, 2025, and watch your email in the meantime!
Apply for the USTC Research Internship 2026 in China
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