University of Alberta Research Experience (UARE)
Program Information
The University of Alberta Research Experience (UARE) provides a unique opportunity for talented senior undergraduate students from key partner universities around the world to conduct research under the supervision of U of A faculty members.
We are proud to offer international students the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in a wide variety of disciplines at a Top 5 university in Canada. In turn, they develop valuable research skills and gain real-world experience contributing to the research of experts in their academic discipline.
Student participants receive an award of $6,000 CAD from the University of Alberta, which will help cover the costs associated with participating in the 12-week program.
Research placements are typically available to start during the winter (January) and summer (May through July). Exact start dates depend on the host professor.
Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for details of the settlement services and supports we provide to research internship participants.
Thanks to all of our stakeholders, we are able to help foster and develop the next generation of research talent, both at home and abroad, as some of our partnerships allow for University of Alberta students to participate in research internships at those universities.
For Faculty Members
The UARE program places talented interns from key partner universities with UAlberta researchers. Learn about hosting an intern.
NOW OPEN! We are currently collecting research projects for the UARE Summer 2026 program! Please click on the link to view the form for more details.