The Taiwan International Internship Program (TIIP) 2026, also known as TIGP, is now open for applications. This prestigious fully funded summer internship offers international students and recent graduates the opportunity to gain hands-on research experience in Taiwan.
The internship runs for two months and takes place at Academia Sinica and other partner universities in Taiwan. Participants will receive full financial support, including a monthly stipend, accommodation, airfare assistance, and medical coverage. Applicants can also choose their preferred internship period.
The program is open to undergraduate students, master’s students, and recent B.S. or M.S. graduates from all nationalities. There is no application fee, and English proficiency tests such as IELTS or TOEFL are not required.
Program Details – TIGP Internship 2026
- Host Country: Taiwan
- City: Taipei
- Duration: 2 Months
- Program Type: Fully Funded Internship
- Application Deadline: 15 January 2026
Financial Benefits
Selected interns under the TIIP 2026 program will receive:
- USD 950 monthly stipend
- Free on-campus accommodation
- Round-trip airfare support (up to USD 500)
- Medical care and health support
- Hands-on scientific training
- Opportunity to learn the Chinese language
- No application fee
TIIP 2026 Internship Timelines
Applicants can choose one of the following internship periods:
- 1st Cohort: 1 May – 30 June
- 2nd Cohort: 1 June – 31 July
- 3rd Cohort: 1 July – 31 August
Nature of Work and Training
Interns will engage in professional and academic research activities, including:
- Scientific research at Academia Sinica
- Hands-on training in solving research problems
- Oral and poster presentations
- Close collaboration with research advisors
- Integration into an active research group
- Exposure to advanced laboratory and academic environments
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Open to all nationalities
- Final-year undergraduate students are eligible
- Master’s degree students can apply
- Recent B.S. or M.S. graduates are eligible
- PhD students are not eligible
- No IELTS or TOEFL required
Required Documents
To complete the online application, applicants must submit:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of Purpose
- Official academic transcript
- Two letters of recommendation
- Completed online application form
How to Apply for the Taiwan International Internship Program 2026
All applications must be submitted online through the official TIIP application portal. Once submitted, applications cannot be edited, so applicants are advised to review all information carefully before final submission.
For more fully funded and paid international internships, explore our Internship category.
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