Doctoral Student Internship Program
Information for doctoral students
The Doctoral Student Internship Program pairs current doctoral students with part-time internship positions in Concordia administrative offices. Recognizing the evolving career paths of PhD graduates, the School of Graduate Studies designed this program to provide valuable work experience in higher education administration, equipping students with valuable professional skills.
Are you a doctoral student looking to gain professional experience? Interested in earning an income, learning new skills and contributing to Concordia’s success? Apply to the Doctoral Student Internship Program to gain valuable work experience for your professional resume.
Available internship positions
Available internship positions are posted three times per year, during the fall, winter and summer terms.
Please add your name to the waitlist to be notified of future internship opportunities.
What to expect
A doctoral internship with Concordia University promises interns:
- A minimum of 125 hours paid work experience
- Part-time, temporary work in a Concordia University office (max 20 hours per week)
- A professional environment to learn and grow
- Application of your transferable skills
- An opportunity to explore and reflect on your career options
How it works
Concordia University units will post available internship positions on this webpage three times per year to recruit doctoral interns for the fall, winter and summer terms.
Eligibility
To be eligible to participate in the doctoral student internship program you must be a current PhD Concordia student in good academic standing. This status is required for the full duration of the internship. For U.S. and international students, you must hold a valid study permit that includes a work authorization of up to 24 hours per week off campus and unlimited hours on campus. For more information visit the ISO website.
Skills Enhancement
To be successful in any job application and assignment, you require soft and technical skills. The School of Graduate Studies offers many opportunities to enhance your professional skills.
To prepare your internship application and successfully complete your internship assignment we strongly recommend you follow some of our career development training modules. You can also contact the Doctoral Student Internship program coordinator for more personalized training suggestions.
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