**A*STAR Research Internship Award (ARIA); Paid Research Internship in Singapore.**

The A*STAR Research Internship Award (ARIA) is a prestigious paid research internship program in Singapore offered by the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR).

Designed for high-achieving Singaporean undergraduates, ARIA provides immersive, hands-on research experience at A*STAR Research Institutes, allowing students to work alongside leading scientists on real-world research challenges.

This internship plays a key role in nurturing future researchers and strengthening Singapore’s Research, Innovation and Enterprise (RIE) ecosystem.

A*STAR (Agency for Science, Technology and Research) is Singapore’s lead public sector R&D agency.

It bridges academia and industry by conducting cutting-edge research across science and engineering disciplines, driving innovation, economic growth, and societal impact.

Internship Level.

Undergraduate Research Internship
Open to students from local and overseas universities

ARIA Internship Coverage.

Monthly Allowance S$1,600 – S$2,000 per month
The allowance supports students throughout the internship period while gaining valuable research exposure.

Eligibility Criteria.

Applicants must:

Be an undergraduate (2nd year or above)

Be studying in:

Computing & Information Sciences
Engineering & Technology
Physical Sciences
Biomedical, Life, or Food Sciences
Be on track for at least a Second Upper Class Honours or equivalent (CGPA ≥ 4.0 / 5.0 or equivalent)
Demonstrate a strong interest in a research or R&D career
Not previously awarded the ARIA internship

Internship Duration.

16–24 weeks (during academic semester), or
12 weeks (during vacation period)

Duration is subject to the minimum internship requirements set by the applicant’s university or faculty.

Research Areas.

ARIA research opportunities span high-growth and interdisciplinary fields, including:

Biomedical Sciences (BMS)
Physical Sciences (PS)
Computing & Information Sciences (CIS)
Engineering & Technology (E&T)

Projects are cross-disciplinary and focus on translational and industry-relevant research.

Research Projects.

Applicants can explore available ARIA research projects through the official A*STAR Research Projects portal.
Students must indicate their chosen project title in the application and may apply to multiple projects by submitting separate applications.

APPLICATION PROCESS.

Step 1: Check Eligibility

Confirm that you meet ARIA and your university’s internship requirements, especially if applying for a credit-bearing internship.

Step 2: Explore Research Projects

Browse ARIA projects and select those aligned with your academic interests and career goals.

Step 3: Prepare Required Documents

NRIC (front and back)
Latest university academic transcript
Junior college or polytechnic transcript
Updated resume

Step 4: Submit Application.

Complete the ARIA application form and submit it through the official portal or your university’s internship office, as applicable.

Application Timeline (Evergreen)

Applications are open year-round
Students may apply up to 6 months in advance of their university internship application window

Intake periods typically align with:

Mid-year internships
End-of-year internships

Selection Process.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview
Interviews are conducted by the A*STAR Research Institute project supervisor
Outcomes are communicated via email

**Why Choose the A*STAR Research Internship Award?**

Paid research internship in a world-class R&D ecosystem
Direct mentorship from leading researchers
Exposure to industry-relevant and translational research
Development of advanced laboratory and analytical skills
Strong foundation for future research careers in Singapore