Research Attachments at A*STAR Research Institutes

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A*STAR Research Institutes (RIs) carry out research in a range of disciplines in biomedical and physical science and engineering, with the aim of transforming Singapore into a Knowledge-based and Innovation-driven economy. A*STAR RIs participate in and organise outreach programmes for students, so as to enthuse students in science at a young age. Many programmes such as open houses, talks and research attachments are initiated by the RIs to educate on the applications and appreciation of biomedical and physical science and engineering in our daily lives.

Students who are interested to undergo a research attachment at an A*STAR RI can write directly to the respective research institutes listed under the council tabs below. Please submit your Curriculum Vitae and latest examination results via this online form, and indicate the preferred area of research and period of attachment in your request. The minimum period of attachment is two months.

 

FAQs /scholarships/home/faqs

I am interested in an attachment with A*STAR. Will there be opportunities for me?

  • For local undergraduate students who are interested in the A*STAR Research Internship Award (ARIA), please apply here.
  • For others, please apply via this online form.

I am keen to do an attachment with A*STAR. However, I am only available to work for only a few weeks or 1 - 2 weeks during my vacation period. Will that be possible?

All attachments with A*STAR must be at least 2 months (full time) in duration. For a shorter duration, please approach the potential supervisors directly to secure a placement. Do email them your CV and academic grades for their consideration.

Is there a list of possible projects that I am able to see and apply for internships with A*STAR?

Students who are interested to undergo a research attachment at an A*STAR RI can write directly to the respective research institutes listed under the council tabs below. Please submit your curriculum vitae and latest examination results via this online form, and indicate the preferred area of research and period of attachment in your request. The minimum period of attachment is 2 months.

Upon receiving your application, A*GA will surface your application based on our choices. Should you be shortlisted for any suitable projects, the potential supervisor will contact you for an interview to assess your suitability for his/her project.

I am currently a Student Pass holder. Am I eligible to do an internship with A*STAR?

Yes, students with valid Student Pass can apply for an internship at A*STAR.

I am currently on Dependant Pass (DP). Am I eligible to do an internship with A*STAR?

Dependant’s Pass holders must apply for an Employment Pass, S Pass, Work Permit or Letter of Consent (LoC) if they wish to work in Singapore. Please refer to the following: