This program comprises a short-term project driven by the needs of an employer partner. Successful applicants earn a Micro-Internship Certificate upon completion of an 80-hour project as well as other project outcome reporting requirements.
Students will work directly with employers to set a timeline of 2-8 weeks, considering their class/work schedule.
Student learning will be evaluated through self-assessment and external partner assessment according to the following learning outcomes:
- Student is competent for autonomous, responsible and ethical practice
- Student works with other people effectively, fairly and cross culturally
- Student uses information in judicious ways for specific work-related purposes
- Student is willing to continue to learn to improve practice and is able to identify areas for self-improvement
- Student integrates theory and practice
- Student has confidence and self-awareness to seek and gain employment in a job market.
Required Qualifications
- Strong independent worker and self-motivated
- Strong computer skills-including Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Zoom
- Written communication skills, including the ability to write reports and develop presentations
- Oral communication skills, including comfort with speaking and presenting
- Proven ability to complete tasks under pressure and be flexible
- Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal, time management and task management skills
- High level of professionalism and experience working with external clients
- A computer and access to internet is required
Applicants are required to submit a résumé and cover letter. The cover letter should include the following:
- Summary of why the applicant is interested in the internship
- Explanation of relevant skills and experience
- Explanation of how the applicant meets the required qualifications
- Identification of learning objectives
Students are not registered until a project placement has been secured. Please do not register via the link below until you have received placement confirmation and registration approval from Co-op Education & Employment Services.
Some projects and students may be eligible for a $1,400 stipend, through Level-Up, an initiative funded by the Government of Canada. All students are encouraged to apply; however, the $1,400 stipend is only available to students who meet the following eligibility criteria and are successful in the hiring process:
- Be a current student registered in a Canadian post-secondary education institution, with no age limit
- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or persons to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
- Are legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulation
Visit our registration page for course locations, times and fees.