Snapshot

Minimum GPA: 3.00

Terms and Dates:

  • Summer 2025
    May 21, 2025 to July 16, 2025

Advisor:

Joshua Kennedy

Cornell Affiliations:

Global Learning

Overview

Opportunity Description

Host Organization: National University of Singapore
Location: Queenstown, Singapore

National University of Singapore (NUS) is a Cornell Global Hubs partner that offers a global approach to education and research. Founded in 1905, it is the oldest established institution of higher education in Singapore. 

As an intern, you will participate in the eight-week Summer Engineering Research Internship for U.S. Students (SERIUS) program in NUS's College of Design and Engineering. Interns are placed in internships within the college's departments and centers, including the following:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering
  • Civil and Electrical Engineering
  • Electrical and Computer Engineering
  • Engineering Design and Innovation Center
  • Mechanical Engineering

A detailed listing of projects is available on the SERIUS website. Projects available in 2025 are well suited for the following majors: 

  • Atmospheric Science
  • Biology
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Computer Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Environmental Science
  • Mathematics
  • Materials Science
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Oceanic Engineering
  • Physics
  • Systems Engineering

Funding

You will receive an award totaling at least $3,000 for airfare, transportation, and living expenses.  A portion of the stipend may be paid directly to the in-country host to support housing, food, and local transportation. 

About Us

This internship is managed by the Office of Global Learning, part of Global Cornell. NUS is a Cornell Global Hubs partner, fostering high-impact opportunities and international exchange for Cornell students.

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