TIGP-IIP (Taiwan International Graduate Program International Internship)

Academia Sinica — Taipei

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Details checked on 18 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities worldwide; pre-final year undergraduate students (e.g., 3rd year of 4-year Bachelor’s), final-year undergraduates not yet admitted to a PhD, or current Master’s students not enrolled in a PhD across STEM and Life Sciences.

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About this opportunity

Administered by Academia Sinica—Taiwan’s foremost national research academy in Taipei—the TIGP International Internship Program (TIGP-IIP) offers a 2-month intensive summer research fellowship across 13 interdisciplinary PhD tracks, including Chemical Biology & Molecular Biophysics, Nanoscience & Technology, Bioinformatics, Sustainable Chemical Science, Earth System Science, Molecular Medicine, and AI/Social Networks.

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Open to all nationalities worldwide; pre-final year undergraduate students (e.g., 3rd year of 4-year Bachelor’s), final-year undergraduates not yet admitted to a PhD, or current Master’s students not enrolled in a PhD across STEM and Life Sciences.
2. Note the deadline. Jan 1 – Feb 28 (Annual cycle for 2-month May–August summer research internship) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. Statement of Purpose: Detailed research statement explaining your scientific preparation and why you want to conduct summer research with your chosen Academia Sinica Principal Investigator.; Official Academic Transcripts: Complete university grade records showing strong academic performance.; Curriculum Vitae: Listing laboratory techniques, coding skills, and academic honors.; Two Letters of Recommendation: Uploaded directly to the online TIGP-IIP system by your academic referees..
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Eligibility Verification → Direct Review & Shortlisting by Target Academia Sinica PIs & TIGP Program Coordinators (March) → Final Admission Results in Late March/April.

Profile of past winners

3rd-year Bachelor’s and current Master’s students in chemistry, nanoscience, molecular biology, or AI who contact their prospective Academia Sinica PI in January and express interest in returning for the TIGP PhD program.

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Tips from our advisors

1. Tailor your CV to the role: lead with the skills and projects the posting asks for.
2. Write a short, specific motivation statement. Name the team or project you want to join and why.
3. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
4. Beyond grades, show leadership and community impact with concrete numbers and outcomes.
5. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
6. Start at least 8 to 12 weeks early. Certified transcripts, translations and referee letters usually take longer than expected.

Quick answers

Who can apply for TIGP-IIP (Taiwan International Graduate Program International Internship)?

Open to all nationalities worldwide; pre-final year undergraduate students (e.g., 3rd year of 4-year Bachelor’s), final-year undergraduates not yet admitted to a PhD, or current Master’s students not enrolled in a PhD across STEM and Life Sciences.

What does TIGP-IIP (Taiwan International Graduate Program International Internship) cover?

A monthly stipend, part of the airfare and campus housing for the two-month summer internship (check the current call for amounts)

When is the deadline for TIGP-IIP (Taiwan International Graduate Program International Internship)?

Jan 1 – Feb 28 (Annual cycle for 2-month May–August summer research internship) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with TIGP-IIP (Taiwan International Graduate Program International Internship)?

Host countries: Taiwan.

What documents do I need for TIGP-IIP (Taiwan International Graduate Program International Internship)?

Statement of Purpose: Detailed research statement explaining your scientific preparation and why you want to conduct summer research with your chosen Academia Sinica Principal Investigator.; Official Academic Transcripts: Complete university grade records showing strong academic performance.; Curriculum Vitae: Listing laboratory techniques, coding skills, and academic honors.; Two Letters of Recommendation: Uploaded directly to the online TIGP-IIP system by your academic referees..

How are applicants selected for TIGP-IIP (Taiwan International Graduate Program International Internship)?

Eligibility Verification → Direct Review & Shortlisting by Target Academia Sinica PIs & TIGP Program Coordinators (March) → Final Admission Results in Late March/April.

How much work is the TIGP-IIP (Taiwan International Graduate Program International Internship) application?

Very High: Online TIGP-IIP Portal Application + Statement of Purpose + Selection of TIGP Program & Host PI + Transcripts + 2 Reference Letters