Westlake University Summer Research Internship

Location: Hangzhou, China
Type of Internship: Research
Paid or Unpaid: Paid
Level: Undergraduate
Faculties: Engineering

Westlake University

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.

Projects from 2025 will also likely be available for 2027. Please reach out to goabroad@ualberta.ca by December 23, 2026, to confirm whether the project you are interested in will be available. 

Confirmed projects for Summer 2027 include: 

• Development of new bioinks for 3D printing and skin tissue engineering
• Security and Privacy Analysis in Large Language Models

When Can I Go?

Terms Offered: Spring/Summer

Duration: 12 weeks (June to August)

Eligibility Requirements

See Eligibility.

Application Deadlines + Instructions

Deadline: Applications closed for Summer 2026. Likely late January for 2027. 

Instructions: Apply on Horizons. 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.   

General fees and costs  

Program Information + Contact

For all questions, email goabroad@ualberta.ca or connect with the International Outbound Internships Coordinator through in-person or virtual advising.