Undergraduate Internships

Current students

Jaimie Anderson Parliamentary Internship (Ottawa)

Interns will undertake a four-month (May through August) paid internship in the office of a federal Member of Parliament.
Open to Canadian students in any recognized undergraduate or graduate degree university program.
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The Canadian Press Summer Internship (Toronto/Montreal)

Interns will work with Canada's trusted news leader to gain invaluable training in journalism.
Open to current students and recent graduates of an undergraduate program in Canada.
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The NATO Association of Canada (Toronto)

Interns will publish well-researched articles that communicate the importance of global security issues in the everyday lives of Canadians. There are three internship sessions per year: January to April (winter session), May to August (summer session) and September to December (fall session).
Open to young Canadians between the ages of 18 and 30.
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AIESEC (Locations Vary)

Interns have the opportunity to learn or use skills in startups, non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and other community development projects.
The Global Talent and Global Entrepreneur programs are open to both undergraduates and graduates with some work experience.
Find out more about AIESEC or access the Opportunities Portal.

The Atlantic Council (Washington, DC)

Interns provide important research and logistical support to their respective centers. Areas researched by summer interns include: international security, regional affairs, NATO and more.
Open to students in their third year or beyond, with at least a 3.0 GPA. Interns must be eligible to work in the U.S.
Find out more about the Atlantic Council.

Embassy of Canada Internship Program (Washington, D.C.)

Interns will be involved in governmental affairs and develop an understanding of the Canada–U.S. bilateral relationship.
All applicants must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents, enrolled in a program of study at a university or college in Canada or the United States.
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Saskatchewan Legislative Internship Program (Regina)

Interns will use their theoretical knowledge of government and parliament in a practical setting.
Open to third- and fourth-year students at universities across Canada, who are permanent residents of Saskatchewan.
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The Canada West Foundation Jim Hume Program (Calgary)

Interns will conduct public policy research and engage citizens in the public policy process.
Open to graduates of a bachelor's degree program.
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International Youth Internship Program (Ottawa)

BC Legislative Internship Program (Victoria)

Interns supplement their academic training by observing the daily workings of the Legislature first-hand and by providing Members of the Legislative Assembly with additional assistance during the parliamentary session.
Open to recent graduates from B.C. universities or permanent residents of B.C.
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Parliamentary Internship Program (Ottawa)

Interns work full-time for both an opposition and government Member of Parliament. During their internship, parliamentary interns meet with senior policymakers, diplomats, journalists, scholars, politicians and leaders in civil society.
Open to Canadians or permanent residents of Canada who are post-secondary graduates.
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Ontario Legislative Internship Program (Toronto)

Interns gain practical experience with the daily workings of the Ontario Legislature.
Open to recent graduates who are permanent residents of Ontario.
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Municipal Internship Program (Locations Vary, Alberta)

Interns gain first-hand, real-life, practical experience and training in municipal government.
Open to recent graduates from a post-secondary degree or diploma program in any discipline.
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Alberta Public Service Policy Internship Program (Edmonton)

Interns work on public policy initiatives that impact Albertans, to prepare for a future career in public policy.
Open to recent graduates from a post-secondary institution (within the last two years) with a related degree.
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Manitoba Legislative Internship Program (Winnipeg)

Interns gain first-hand experience with the legislative process in the Manitoba Legislature.
Open to recent graduates from Manitoba universities or permanent residents of Manitoba.
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