Want to gain hands-on research experience this summer at one of the leading research institutes of China, as an intern with all your finances covered? Applications are open for the Tsinghua University Amgen Scholars Program 2026. A fully funded internship program for international students by the Amgen Foundation is scheduled to take place from June 7 to August 4, 2026, at Tsinghua University in China. It’s an immersive 8-week residential summer research program that provides undergraduate students from across Asia with the opportunity to experience real-world research while contributing to projects under the mentorship of renowned scientists.
The selected interns will join a faculty laboratory where they will conduct one or more research projects under the supervision of an institute faculty member. In addition to full-time research, participants will also engage in transformative academic activities, including lab meetings, group discussions, presentations, and more. This is your chance to experience cutting-edge research, gain professional skills, and broaden your networks while immersing yourselves in the rich culture of China. A total of 10 scholars will be selected under this program. No application fee is required; the last date for application submission is March 1st, 2026. Read more details below
Tsinghua University Amgen Scholars Program 2026: Overview
- Country: China
- Institute: Tsinghua University
- Duration: 8 Weeks
- Dates: June 4 – August 6, 2026
- Coverage: Fully Funded
- Target Students: Undergraduates
- Application Deadline: March 1st, 2026
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Eligiblity Criteria
- Individuals meeting the following criteria are invitied to apply:
- Students enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Asia
- Completed one year of their undergraduate degree
- Demonstrate excellent academic achievements
- Committed to pursuing their careers in the sciences
- No Language profiency test requirement for those whose medium of instruction at the host institution is English
- Must commit to full-time participation for the entire duration
Coverage
- The Amgen Foundation offers comprehensive support to scholars:
- A competitive stipend of CNY 10,000 to cover living expenses
- Round-trip airfare to/from Beijing, China
- On-campus accommodation at Tsinghua University
- Full tuition fees coverage
Benefits
- Gain hands-on research experience in state-of-the-art laboratories
- Work under the supervision and mentorship of the assigned faculty mentor
- Participation in the regional symposium that will be held at Tokyo University
- Hands-on training through specialized training programs
- Culture immersion through site visits
- Experience the campus life of one of the leading research institutes
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How to Apply?
To apply for the internship, you need to follow the following steps:
1: Prepare the application documents:
- Current CV
- Official Degree Transcript
- State of Purpose
- Personal Information Form
- 2 Reference letters
2: Download the template from the official site
- Students need to download the personal information form and related templates from the Tsinghua university offical portal
3: Submit the documents
- Once you have completed the above steps, submit your documents via email to amgenscholars@tsinghua.edu.cn. with a subject line “Your Name, Location, current University”
4: Reference Letters
- Your referees have to directly submit their letter to aspreference@tsinghua.edu.cn.
Deadline: All the applications must be submitted by March 1st, 2026
For more details, visit the official link below:
APPLY FOR TSINGHUA UNIVERSITY AMGEN SCHOLARS
