If you’re a science undergraduate looking for a fully funded internship in Singapore, the NUS Amgen Scholars Program 2027 is one of the strongest options in Asia. Hosted by the National University of Singapore (NUS), it places selected students in real biomedical research labs for eight weeks. It also covers flights, accommodation, visa fees, and a generous stipend. The program ends with an international research symposium in Kyoto, Japan.
Applications are open now, with a deadline of 1 February 2027. This guide covers the benefits, eligibility, required documents, and tips for a competitive application.
NUS Amgen Scholars Program 2027 Details
| Detail | Information |
| Host institution | National University of Singapore (NUS) |
| Location | Singapore |
| Program dates | 31 May – 30 July 2027 (8 weeks) |
| Symposium | Amgen Scholars Asia Symposium, Kyoto, Japan, 2–5 August 2027 |
| Funding | Fully funded |
| Stipend | SGD 6,000 |
| Application fee | None |
| Deadline | 1 February 2027 |
What Is the Amgen Scholars Program?
The Amgen Scholars Program is a global summer research initiative that gives undergraduates hands-on laboratory experience at leading universities. At NUS, scholars join active research teams, work on a defined project under faculty supervision, and build skills that matter for graduate school applications in the life sciences. It is a strong credential if you plan to pursue a master’s degree, a PhD, or medical school abroad.
What Does the Program Cover?
This is a fully funded summer internship, so most major costs are handled for you:
- Accommodation: arranged by NUS during the program.
- Airfare: a flight to Singapore, plus travel from Japan back to your home country after the symposium.
- Stipend: SGD 6,000 for the 8 weeks, which also covers meals and local transport.
- Visa: application fees are covered.
For students from lower-income backgrounds, this removes the usual barriers of flights, housing, and student visa costs. Still, check whether you need travel insurance or any personal documents before departure, and confirm with the organizers what is and isn’t included.
Research Areas Available
Scholars are matched with faculty from NUS departments including:
- Biological Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Pharmacology
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Microbiology and Immunology
These fields suit students interested in biotechnology, drug discovery, immunology, neuroscience, and other biomedical research careers.
The Kyoto Symposium: A Major Highlight
After the internship, scholars travel to Kyoto, Japan, for the Amgen Scholars Asia Symposium (2–5 August 2027). There you present your research, meet scholars from other Asian host universities, and network with scientists and mentors. For an undergraduate, presenting at an international symposium is a strong addition to a CV and personal statement.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply, you generally need to:
- Be currently enrolled in an undergraduate program at a university in Asia.
- Have completed at least your first year of undergraduate study.
- Have a strong academic record.
- Be able to show English proficiency. If your university teaches in English, a letter from the university confirming this is sufficient, so you may not need IELTS or TOEFL.
Eligible Countries (Home University Location)
You can apply if your university is in any one of these regions:
- East Asia: China, Hong Kong SAR, Macao SAR, Taiwan, North Korea, Japan, Mongolia, South Korea
- Southeast Asia: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste, Vietnam
- Central Asia: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan
- South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Iran, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
- West Asia: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bahrain, Cyprus, Georgia, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Palestine, Syria, Türkiye, UAE, Yemen
Documents You Need to Prepare
Gather these early, since transcripts and recommendation letters can take weeks:
- A portrait photo
- A valid personal identification document
- Your academic transcript
- Proof of English proficiency (or the university letter)
- An updated CV
- Letters of recommendation
METHOD OF APPLICATION
- Go to the official NUS Amgen Scholars website and read the current instructions.
- Complete the online application form.
- Upload all required documents.
- Submit before 1 February 2027. Don’t wait for the last day, as portals often slow down near deadlines.
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