Opportunity Description
The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) of Taiwan is offering an exciting opportunity through its International Internship Pilot Program (IIPP). This program invites talented students from around the world to engage in advanced research and development initiatives in Taiwan’s academic and research institutions.
The NSTC International Internship Program is open to international students enrolled in Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD programs at foreign universities, with a focus on core strategic industries. Interns will receive a daily subsidy of NT$1,000 (approx. USD 30) for internships lasting between 28 and 90 days. Internships can be conducted anytime from June to December 2025, with applications due by September 15, 2025.
Key Details and Dates
- Application Deadline: September 15, 2025
- Internship Period: June 2025 to December 2025
- Funding Type: Subsidy of NT$1,000 (approx. USD 30) per day
- Organizer: National Science and Technology Council (NSTC)
- Eligible Countries: All
- Eligible Gender: Male/Female
- Target Group: International students (Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD)
- Field: Science and Technology
- Duration: 28 to 90 days
- Program Language: English
- Host Country: Taiwan
Benefits and Financial Aids
The IIPP 2025 will provide the following benefits:
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- Subsidy: NT$1,000 (approximately USD 30) per day
- Internship Duration: Flexible, ranging from 28 to 90 days
- Experience: Exposure to cutting-edge research and development in Taiwan’s academic and research institutions
- Networking Opportunities: Opportunities to collaborate with leading experts in the field of science and technology
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be international students
- They must have currently enrolled in Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD programs at foreign universities.
- Applicants must have a specialization relevant to Taiwan’s core strategic industries.
- Applicants must have foreign nationality and be studying at universities outside of Taiwan.
How to Apply?
Follow these steps to apply for the NSTC International Internship Pilot Program:
- Register with a username and password to log in and track your application status.
- Read and accept the program’s terms and conditions.
- Fill out your online profile and answer the application questions.
- Submit the required documents:
- Online Application Form
- Headshot Photo (360×480 pixels)
- Certificate of Enrollment
- Letter of Recommendation
- Curriculum Vitae (in English or Chinese, max 2 A4 pages per version)
- Double-check your profile and make updates if needed before submitting your application.