The EIP consists of two parts: an English language study portion and a non-paid internship portion. You will be able to apply your language skills, learn about the business culture in Canada, and gain international experience that will look great on your résumé.

How does the program work?

Under Canada’s immigration rules, the internship placement period may not exceed 50% of the entire program. The complete program runs for a minimum of 8 weeks: 4 weeks of classes followed by 4 weeks with a host company. To benefit the most from this program, we recommend that you study for at least two months before starting the placement. The first portion of the program will be our English classes (10 or 20 hours/week). In addition to attending these classes, you will meet with our EIP Coordinator for counseling and/or seminars to prepare you for your placement. These sessions will include cross-cultural orientation, work ethics and conditions, industry information and performance expectations.

During your placement, you will be in regular contact with our EIP Coordinator for continuing guidance and at the end of your program you will have a chance to evaluate your experience with our EIP Coordinator. You will receive a diploma and an evaluation from your host company.

How will you choose a host company for me?

We will try our best to find a placement that is relevant to your skills, studies and/or business background. Placement will depend on availability as well as your language ability, education level and previous experience. We need your CV together with your application.

Do I need a Work Permit?

No. The internship placement is an extension of your English program, and is unpaid, so you do not need a Work Permit. Regular visa requirements apply; if you want to stay in Canada for more than six months, you will need to apply for a Student Permit. Check out the Canadian Immigration website for more information: www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/index.html

What will I be doing at the host company?

During your placement, you will be observing daily functions in a Canadian company. Your host company will decide what your exact duties will be. This may depend on your skills, experience, studies and the length of your placement. It is important to remember that as a guest of this host company, your expectations should focus primarily on the English language and cultural learning experience.

When can I start?

You can begin classes on any start date and then begin the unpaid placement on the week after your classes end.

Please note: We cannot guarantee placement in a chosen field or with a specific company, but we will do our best to make a suitable match. We ask our internship students to be flexible and to accept the best available position.

How much will it cost?

For the study portion of the EIP, our regular fees apply (have a look at our price list or check our website www.studyglobal.net/pricestoronto.htm. For the internship portion of your program, there is a one-time fee of C$1200. This includes the internship placement, preplacement seminars/counselling and follow-up sessions.

 

Internships in Mexico

Universidad Internacional and StudyGlobal offer a unique opportunity to participate in a combined internship and Intensive Spanish Study Program. Students will gain not only valuable work experience, but will also explore a particular field from the viewpoint of the Mexican culture. In addition to sending the Intensive Spanish Registration Form, students interested in doing an internship should also contact us 45 days in advance of the desired start date of their program. Students may receive credit for their participation in the internship if they wish. Students who do wish to receive credits should speak with their academic advisor at their home institution previous to registering in the program in order to insure that the credits may be transferred.

The Internship Program Department and the student's supervisor in the workplace evaluate each intern. Additionally, a written report is required of each student at the end of the internship period. The internships offered at Universidad Internacional are: INT 352 Internship for Medical Personnel INT 353 Internship for Social Work INT 354 Internship for Business and Economics INT 355 Internship in Education INT356 Internship in Hotel and Restaurant Management INT 357 Internship in Mexican Criminal Justice Students who are interested in internships not mentioned here should contact us for more information. Proof of health insurance is required for participants in the Internships Program. Internships Descriptions INT352 INTERNSHIP FOR MEDICAL PERSONNEL. Prerequisite: SPN 212 and courses at the 300 level related to the student's career goal. Provides a fieldwork experience in a Latin American healthcare setting. It serves as a means to help career students to achieve immediate ability to function in Spanish and allows the student to explore cultural similarities and differences affecting communication and intercultural relations. 1-3 credits. INT353 INTERNSHIP FOR SOCIAL WORK. Prerequisite: SPN 212 or equivalent and courses at the 300 level related to the student's career goal. It provides the opportunity to work under supervision within a Mexican social agency, private or public, in areas pertinent to the student's interests. It helps the students to understand ethnic and cultural variables of Latin-American ethnic groups and how these factors influence social work practice. 1-3 credits. INT354 INTERNSHIP FOR BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS. Prerequisite: SPN 212 or equivalent and courses at the 300 level related to the student's career goal. It serves as a means for business and economics career professionals to achieve immediate ability to function in Spanish. It provides supervised experience in a Mexican business environment. Also serves as a tool to review and improve conversational skills and to master the technical vocabulary in Spanish necessary for Business and Economics. 1-3 credits INT355 INTERNSHIP IN EDUCATION. Prerequisite: SPN 212 or equivalent and courses at the 300 level related to the student's career goal. Provides an opportunity for observation and teaching in selected private and public Mexican Schools and colleges under the supervision of a classroom teacher and University supervisor. It helps participants to gain a better understanding of culturally diverse students and families. 1-3 credits. Please note: Internships in Education are not available during the months of June, July and August due to the fact that local schools are not in session at that time. INT356 INTERNSHIP IN HOTEL AND RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT. Prerequisite: SPN 212 or equivalent and courses at the 300 level related to the student's career goal. It serves as a means for hotel & restaurant management students to achieve immediate ability to function in Spanish. It provides supervised experience in a Mexican hotel or restaurant environment. It also serves as a tool to review and improve conversational skills and to master the technical vocabulary in Spanish necessary for the student's career. 1-3 credits. INT357 INTERNSHIP IN MEXICAN CRIMINAL JUSTICE. Prerequisite: SPN 212 or equivalent and courses at the 300 level related to the student's career goal. Enables the student to learn the basic operations of a Mexican criminal justice agency and understand the history and the sociology of Mexican culture, the Mexican criminal justice system and Mexican criminal law. 1-3 credits. Students interested in guided visits to hospitals, orphanages, asylums, and educational institutions should contact the Internships Department via e-mail before their arrival. Testimonial "The Internship has been well worth it. I have been able to practice my Spanish every day. Now, I feel I have a better knowledge of Bilingual Schools and how they impact children at such a young age. The internship site is good because it offers a variety of age of children". Shannon La Monica, 20 years old, Junior Majoring in Spanish at Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ. Agreement with Mexican & international associations for internship purposes For more information, please contact Universidad Internacional or write to: Grupo Empresarial Morelos (GEM) Morelos Enterprise Group Calle 23 Este Manzana 12 Lote 12, Colonia CIVAC, Tel: 011-52 (777) 3-19-09-43 Jiutepec, Morelos México Fondo Mixto de Turismo de Morelos (FMTM) Chair of the Board Mixed Fund of Tourism of the State of Morelos Av. Morelos No. 609, Colonia Las Palmas Cuernavaca, Morelos Mexico Tel: 011-52 (777) 3-14-21-63 Asociación Mexicana para Estudios Internacionales (AMPEI) Mexican Association for International Studies Universidad de las Américas-Puebla Decanato de Asuntos Internacionales Santa Catarina Mártir, Cholula, Puebla México Tel: 011-52 (222) 229-3165 ampei@mail.udlap.mx Ejecutivos en Relaciones Internacionales del Estado de Morelos (ERIEM) Association of Executives in Industrial Relations of the State of Morelos Boulevard Benito Juárez No. 58, Plaza Bugambilia Local 12 Cuernavaca, Morelos México Tel: 011-52-(777) 3-12-74-34