Partnership with the Singapore Management University Expands Research Opportunities

Vancouver, BC — The Singapore Management University (SMU) and Mitacs have signed a memorandum of understanding that enables SMU undergraduate students to participate in the Mitacs Globalink Research Internship (GRI) program in Canada,

Effective between 2025 and 2030, the agreement marks the first time Mitacs has established GRI partnership in Singapore – an exciting step forward in broadening our international reach and global knowledge networks. These new connections stem from a Mitacs mission to Singapore in the summer of 2024, which helped lay the groundwork for this collaboration.

Students from SMU will work with leading Canadian researchers at Canadian post-secondary institutions on diverse projects within their areas of interest, gain valuable research experience, connect with top research talent, and enhance their skills through 12-week summer internships.

Applications for the 2026 GRI cohort will be open in the fall. For more information about Globalink programs, please visit our website.

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“Our collaboration with Singapore Management University is a significant step in strengthening academic and research ties with Singapore and the Indo-Pacific region. It is a meaningful way to foster knowledge exchange, attract and develop top global talent, and deepen Canada’s connections in innovation and education.”

Dr. Stephen Lucas, CEO, Mitacs

“SMU is honoured to be partnering with Mitacs on the Globalink Research Internship program. This collaboration opens new doors for our undergraduates to work alongside leading researchers in Canada and reflects SMU’s drive to build a strong pipeline of globally attuned, research-oriented talent. It will also add to SMU’s research linkages with our network of Canadian partner universities and complement our efforts to generate leading-edge research with impact on Singapore, the region, and beyond.”

 Professor Lily Kong, President, Singapore Management University

“We are pleased to see strong partnerships forming between Canada and Singapore to support the next generation of researchers. This collaboration between Mitacs and Singapore is a meaningful step in strengthening innovation ties between our two countries.” 

Jean-Dominique Ieraci, High Commissioner for Canada in Singapore

About Mitacs

As a leading Canadian innovation organization, Mitacs connects businesses and researchers with unrivalled access to talent, financial support, and the partnerships needed to turn ideas into impactful innovations. Through unique collaborations, Mitacs is driving productivity and positioning Canada as a global innovation leader. 

Mitacs is funded by the Government of Canada, the Government of Alberta, the Government of British Columbia, Research Manitoba, the Government of New Brunswick, the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador, the Government of Nova Scotia, the Government of Ontario, Innovation PEI, the Government of Quebec, the Government of Saskatchewan, and the Government of Yukon.

About Singapore Management University

A premier university in Asia, SMU is internationally recognised for its world-class research and distinguished teaching. Established in 2000, SMU’s mission is to generate leading-edge research with global impact and to produce broad-based, creative, and entrepreneurial leaders for the knowledge-based economy. SMU’s education is known for its highly interactive, collaborative, and project-based approach to learning. Home to over 13,000 students across undergraduate, postgraduate professional and postgraduate research programmes, SMU comprises of eight schools: School of Accountancy, Lee Kong Chian School of Business, School of Economics, School of Computing and Information Systems, Yong Pung How School of Law, School of Social Sciences, College of Integrative Studies, and College of Graduate Research Studies. SMU offers a wide range of bachelors’, masters’, and PhD degree programmes in the disciplinary areas associated with its schools, as well as in multidisciplinary combinations of these areas. SMU emphasises rigorous, high-impact, multi- and interdisciplinary research that addresses Asian issues of global relevance. SMU faculty members collaborate with leading international researchers and universities around the world, as well as with partners in the business community and public sector. SMU’s city campus is a modern facility located in the heart of downtown Singapore, fostering strategic linkages with business, government, and the wider community. www.smu.edu.sg

SMU celebrates its 25 years of meaningful impact this year, and remains committed to its vision of driving innovation, transcending boundaries, and transforming lives.

Media Contact

Jean Lim

Senior Assistant Director, Corporate Communications, Singapore Management University

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