Internship Opportunities

Fall 2025

Applications for Fall 2025 close on Thursday, July 31st, 2025.

Internship projects are based on departmental needs and the strengths of the intern, so no two projects are alike. 

Apply here: Application Form 

Read below to learn a little bit more about each of the departments involved in the UTM OISE Higher Education Internship program.

Centre for Student Engagement 
Accepting applications for Fall 2025

The Centre for Student Engagement is committed to facilitating student learning and development inside and outside of the classroom, on campus and in the local community. Through our programs, services, and resources, we provide opportunities that empower students to shape their own experience and contribute to their community.

Role: Research Intern
Term: Fall 2025 - September 2025 to December 2025 (Hybrid) 
Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31st, 2025.
Description: CSE Research Interns assist with assessment and evaluation projects to help inform and improve the Centre for Student Engagement’s student programming and service delivery. The tasks requested of this internship can include compiling and analyzing surveys; evaluating results, preparing reports and presentations; and conducting literature reviews and best practices research on assigned topics and/or special projects across various CSE programs.

Role: Student Leader Hiring Intern
Term: Fall 2025/ Winter 2026 - September 2025 to April 2026 (Hybrid)
Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31st, 2025.
Description: The Student Hiring Intern support the student staff hiring process by coordinating recruitment logistics, editing communication materials, managing application systems, and assisting with interview events. They contribute to the development of hiring tools, timelines, and evaluation rubrics, while also facilitating candidate communications and data tracking throughout the hiring cycle.

International Education Centre
Accepting applications for Fall 2025

The International Education Centre provides a range of programs and services tailored to support and enhance the experience of our global students. Committed to holistic learning, we strive to meet the diverse needs of our global students while ensuring compliance with changing government policies related to immigration and international student support from authorized educational agents.

Role: IEC Global Learning Intern
Term: Fall 2025 - September 2025 to December 2025 (Hybrid)
Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31st, 2025.
Description: Reporting to the Global Mobility Coordinator, the Global Learning Intern will assist in the development, delivery, and assessment of global learning programming, initiatives and events. The successful candidate will draw upon UTM’s strategic goals, research, and industry best practices to enhance the IEC’s existing promotional, orientation and post-trip supports, so that participants can receive maximum benefit and impact from their overseas experiences.

Role: IEC International Student Success Intern
Term: Fall 2025 - September 2025 to December 2025 (Hybrid)
Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31st, 2025.
Description: The International Student Success Intern will support the research and development of the International Student Success and Engagement Initiative, which aims to improve the retention, academic success, and overall experience of international students at UTM. The intern will research, analyze data, develop student-centred programming, and enhance peer support structures to strengthen international student services.

Role: IEC Programs and Events Facilitator
Term: Fall 2025 - September 2025 to December 2025 (Hybrid)
Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31st, 2025.
Description: The International Education Centre requires support for the delivery of programs and services offered for intercultural student development and international student support. The intern will have the opportunity to co-develop, facilitate, and assess key programming such as: the Global and Intercultural Fluency Training Series and English Language Conversation Circles. The intern will also support the development of resources and other key programming initiatives for international students that take place both on and off campus.

Role: IEC Student Staff Hiring Systems and Support Administrator
Term: Fall 2025/ Winter 2026 - September 2025 to April 2026 (Hybrid)
Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31st, 2025.
Description: The International Education Centre requires support for the administration and systems delivery of the work-study student staff recruitment process. The intern will have the opportunity to co-develop administrative systems and processes that support smooth and seamless recruitment for the work-study program.  This includes: the creation and maintenance of databases, collection and entering data, developing a process from the job posting phase to the hiring of successful candidates, etc.  Additional assets would be intermediate/advanced in PowerAutomate, Excel, and MS Forms.
 

Student Housing & Residence Life
Accepting applications for Fall 2025 

The Department of Student Housing & Residence Life advances the mission of the University by creating a holistic student experience that promotes academic and personal success. We provide facilities that are safe & secure, well-maintained, and competitively priced in an effort to foster a supportive community that values diversity, equity and inclusion. Informed by research & assessment, we offer innovative programs & services that enhance student learning & development. Our peer-based approach, dedicated professional staff and collaborative attitude contribute to a unique and unparalleled student experience.

Role: Communications Data Analyst Intern
Term: Fall 2025 - September 2025 to December 2025 (Hybrid)
Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31st, 2025.
Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented and curious Communications Data Analyst Intern to join our team. In this role, you will support the analysis of communication and recruitment strategies and campaigns by interpreting and visualizing data to help improve engagement, messaging effectiveness, and audience reach. The successful candidate will provide suggestions for improving our recruitment and reach to international students. This role will report to the Residence Communications Officer.

This internship is ideal for someone passionate about data, storytelling, and strategic communication.

Role: Student Staff Hiring Intern
Term: Fall 2025/ Winter 2026 - September 2025 to April 2026 (Hybrid)
Application Deadline: Thursday, July 31st, 2025.
Description: The Student Staff Hiring Intern will support the administration and facilitation of multiple recruitment processes for various student staff roles within Student Housing and Residence Life (SHRL). This position serves as a member of the Hiring Committee and assists the chair of the committee by preparing for upcoming hiring cycles, including organizing interviews and selection processes from September 2025 to April 2026. The Student Staff Hiring Intern will work closely with the Hiring Committee to fill in the various roles within the department that directly support the student experience. The successful candidate will be expected to follow hiring practices in accordance with the departmental policies and procedures.