Snapshot

Minimum GPA: 3.00

Terms and Dates:

  • Summer 2025
    June 12, 2025 to August 8, 2025

Advisor:

Joshua Kennedy

Cornell Affiliations:

Global Learning

Overview

Opportunity Description

Host Organization: Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Location: Hong Kong

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) is a Cornell Global Hubs partner and leading international research university dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge in science, engineering, business, humanities, and social science.

As an intern at HKUST, you will participate in the International Summer Undergraduate Inbound Research Program, working on a research project under the mentorship of a supervisor for eight weeks during the summer. In addition to the research, you'll be immersed in Hong Kong through orientation and cultural activities. 

Participating students may conduct research in the following HKUST research areas: 

  • Chemical and Biological Engineering
  • Computer Science and Engineering
  • Electronic and Computer Engineering
  • Environment and Sustainability
  • Finance
  • Humanities
  • Integrative Systems and Design
  • Life Science
  • Management
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
  • Ocean Science
  • Physics
  • Public Policy
  • Social Science

Further details are available on the HKUST website.

Funding

You will receive an award totaling at least $3,000 for airfare, transportation, and living expenses.  A portion of this award 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. HKUST is a Cornell Global Hubs partner, fostering high-impact opportunities and international exchange for Cornell students.

Info Sessions

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