I. Objective

The National Science and Technology Council (NSTC) aims to provide a platform for foreign researchers to intern in Taiwan, creating opportunities for them to familiarize themselves with Taiwan's research capabilities. The ultimate goal is to encourage them to stay in Taiwan for further studies or employment thereby enriching Taiwan's research workforce.

II. Internship Content

1. Host Institution: Taiwanese academic and research institutions, laboratories, etc. The internship positions will be provided by project leaders (Pls) executing NSTC research projects (including industry-academia collaboration projects and bilateral cooperation projects).
2. Internship Period: Due to variations in academic schedules of different countries, interns can arrange for internships lasting up to three months between May, 2024 and March, 2025. The start date for the internship in Taiwan should not be later than January, 2025 with the application deadline set at October 15, 2024.
3. Interns will engage in relevant research and learning based on the research themes and fields of the participating projects. During the internship, Pls will provide appropriate guidance and assist interns in diverse interactions with local students and getting to know Taiwan.

III. Application Qualification

1. Foreign nationals excluding Mainland China, Hong Kong & Macau studying at overseas higher education institutions, meeting the key areas of Taiwan's research and development. Students with background in humanities and social sciences are also included. (These include undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students, as well as foreign students who have completed exchange programs in Taiwan and have not yet returned to their home countries).
2. Proficiency in one of the following languages: English, Mandarin, or Taiwanese (language proficiency levels must be indicated during registration, and relevant proof documents must be uploaded).