TaiwanPeriodic IntakeLife sciences, chemistry, physics, earth sciences, informatics, humanities and social sciencesAcademia Sinica Taiwan International Internship Program (TIIP) 2027 – NT$30,000 a Month
About the program
An intensive two-month pre-doctoral research internship in the laboratories of Academia Sinica and its partner universities in Taiwan, for students from outside Taiwan. Interns receive NT$30,000 a month before tax, half of the cheapest round-trip economy fare from their home town to Taipei (up to NT$15,000) and affordable on-campus housing, with the chance to learn Mandarin. Cohorts: 1 May – 30 June, 1 June – 31 July or 1 July – 31 August. Final-year undergraduates, master's students and bachelor's or master's graduates may apply; PhD students, former participants and Academia Sinica staff may not. Under the standing schedule published on the programme page, applications run from 15 December to 15 January, i.e. until 15 January 2027 for the summer 2027 cohorts.
Funding Types & Benefits
Eligibility Criteria
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps.
Yes, trainees receive a regular monthly salary of 30,000 دولار تايواني شهرياً (قبل الضريبة) throughout the entire program duration (2 months), often increasing incrementally each training year.
The required language proficiency is: English. A certified test certificate is generally required for the visa application and contract signing.
The required educational qualification is: Final-year undergraduate, master's student, or holder of a bachelor's or master's degree (not PhD students). High school or university diplomas must be officially translated and certified.
Health insurance coverage details are agreed upon in the employment contract. Many partner companies provide assistance in locating suitable accommodation nearby.
Applications are submitted directly online through the verified official portal (https://tigp.sinica.edu.tw/pages/3127) without any agency fees.