Mitacs-Accelerate is Canada’s premiere research internship program. It connects companies with over 50 research-based universities through graduate students and postdoctoral fellows, who apply their specialized expertise to business research challenges. Interns transfer their skills from theory to real-world application, while the companies gain a competitive advantage by accessing high-quality research expertise.
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Frequently Asked accelerate Questions
Normally interns are expected to spend at least 50% of their internship with the company at their site(s). If your host company is in a remote location or there are other unique circumstances that challenge the interaction, you may request flexibility for a lower ratio of interaction with the company. Please consult with your business development representative while writing your proposal.
Although Mitacs does not have any restrictions, many other granting agencies do not allow fellowship and studentship recipients to hold certain grants concurrently. Please check with the relevant council or agency for current information regarding your specific grant prior to applying.
The vast majority of Mitacs-Accelerate Internships are funded in part by the national IRDI program, which limits industrial partners to privately owned or incorporated for-profit Canadian companies. In some regions, there may be additional funding from other sources to support a limited number of partnerships with not-for-profit or government entities. Please contact a Business Development representative in your region to determine if such funding is available.
accelerate Research Projects
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Développement de modèles de prévision et proposition d’heuristiques pour la commande temps-réel du centre d’appels d’Hydro-Québec
Ce projet est scindé en deux volets. Le premier consiste à développer des modèles des processus d’arrivées permettant de prendre en compte les éventuelles formes de dépendance dans les... -
Appropriate sensor signal analysis and abstraction in physical activity game design
The industrial partner, Digido, is interested in developing and marketing exercise games targeted at children that leverage the increased prevalence of smartphones and their sensing and... -
Maneuvering Simulation of Planing Hull
With dramatic improvements in vessel performance and tactical systems of high speed crafts in recent years, naval, coast guard and law enforcement agencies increasingly task them to complete a...
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My Mitacs-Accelerate internship gave me a unique opportunity to undertake a research project in industry. The project was not only relevant to my research interests but also in the immediate interest of the industrial partner. The internship helped me to gain an appreciation of the research problems in the industry and their significance. Additionally, it helped me to expand my network and help others expand theirs. Finally, I encourage both companies and students alike to use this unique opportunity to pursue technical challenges and above all, build fruitful relationships that will last for a long time.