Doctoral Student Internship Program
Information for doctoral students
A study of Concordia University doctoral graduates over a ten-year period (2009-2019) found that 49% of our PhD graduates were working in higher education in a wide variety of research, teaching and administrative roles.
The School of Graduate Studies recognizes that the professional trajectory for PhD graduates is changing and has created the doctoral student internship program to provide valuable work experience in higher education administration. The doctoral internship program pairs current doctoral students with part-time internship positions in Concordia administrative offices.
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 (DSIP) to gain valuable work experience for your professional resume.
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 at the beginning of the Fall and Winter term. The next round of available internships will be posted in fall 2024.
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 international students, you must have a valid student permit that allows you to work up to 20 hours on campus.
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 DSIP program coordinator for more personalized training suggestions.
