Student Engagement Internship Program
Student Engagement recruits for five exciting and challenging opportunities for current or recently graduated U of T students to learn about the field of student life through a four-month paid internship.
Student Engagement includes Clubs & Leadership Development, Mentorship & Peer Programs and Orientation, Transition & Engagement.
The interns will:
- work in a team environment under the supervision of professional full-time staff
- develop and practice skills in communication, meeting management, event planning, outreach and marketing, and others
- learn about the fields of student life and student development through active involvement in program/service planning and implementation
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Program Eligibility
We invite current or recently graduated* U of T undergraduate or graduate students with the following experience, skills and attributes to apply:
- demonstrated interest in the field of student life or a related field (e.g. education, event planning, etc.)
- past experience in facilitating educational workshops
- strong understanding of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion practices and experience working with diverse populations
- exceptional organizational, logistical and administrative abilities
- proficiency in computer applications and tools (e.g. Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Teams, Zoom etc.)
- outstanding written and oral communication skills
- confidence in speaking to groups, and in organizing and facilitating meetings
- familiarity with the University of Toronto community
- trustworthy and consistently takes initiative
- ability to troubleshoot and problem solve when necessary
- ability to work well in a collaborative environment
*Students who were enrolled from September 2022 – June 2023 or who graduated during this time
Note: Due to the nature of this hybrid work, applicants must have access to technology that includes a computer, webcam and microphone as well as reliable internet.
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How The Program Works
The contract timeline for each role is:
- Orientation & Transition: May 1 – September 1, 2023
- Leadership Development: June 19 – October 13, 2023
- Mentorship & Peer Programs: June 19 – October 13, 2023
- Campus Organizations: June 19 – October 13, 2023
- Campus Involvement: August 7 – December 1, 2023
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Program Student Team
Christopher Simpson
Pronouns: he/him
Role on Team: Leadership Development Intern
Best Thing About This Program: Working on a welcoming, dynamic, and supportive team of professional staff, interns, and students. Such an open collaborative atmosphere allows for plenty of opportunities to build long-lasting relationships and develop crucial professional skills in the student affairs space.
Status: Graduate
Program of Study: Master of Education in Adult Education and Community Development
Year of Study: Second year
Interest(s):
- Grassroots community organizing
- Urban exploration
- Houseplants
Learn more about Christopher
Xinge (Sherry) Xu
Pronouns: she/her
Role on Team: Campus Involvement Intern
Best Thing About This Program: The most amazing thing about this internship program is to be able to work with a super supportive, motivating and fun team while developing competencies and skills necessary for professional development.
Status: Recent Graduate
Program of Study: Master of Education in Language and Literacies Education
Interest(s):
- Hiking
- Figure skating
- Gardening
Learn more about Xinge (Sherry)
Raquel Serrano
Pronouns: she/her
Role on Team: Campus Organizations Intern
Best Thing About This Program: What I love the most about the internship program is the ability to directly support student leaders through workshops, club cafes, and other programming including the Presidents' Retreat and the 21 Sussex Club Open House!
Status: Recent Graduate
Program of Study: Double major in International Relations and Women and Gender Studies, and a minor in Environmental Studies
Interest(s):
- Gardening
- Exploring the city by bike
Learn more about Raquel
Munaam Naveed
Pronouns: she/her
Role on Team: Mentorship and Peer Programs Intern
Best Thing About This Program: Munaam's favourite part about this internship is getting to learn from the diverse experiences of her fellow interns and the professional staff.
Status: Graduate
Program of Study: Master of Education in Student Development and Student Services in Higher Education
Interest(s):
- Reading
- Photography
- Watching movies with her family and friends
Learn more about Munaam
Imani King
Pronouns: she/her
Role on Team: Orientation, Transition and Engagement Intern
Best Thing About This Program: The best thing about this internship is you are given the room to grow and incorporate your interests and ideas into your work. I feel really strongly about improving referral processes, especially for student leaders, so I looked into giving people spaces to return to when they wanted to look back on resources. I also found a lot of learning in opportunities I didn't necessarily expect, such as working with other colleagues in different departments to create, deliver, and facilitate content for incoming students. In that, I was able to bring a different perspective and what I thought was important to a department that I wasn't working out of.
Status: Undergraduate
Program of Study: English major, double minors in Caribbean Studies and Education & Society
Year of Study: Fourth year
Interest(s):
- Poetry as I'm a spoken word poet
- Anything Disney!
Learn more about Imani
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Program Registration
Apply now through CLNx. Look for Program Intern (Student Engagement).
This posting is for the roles of: Leadership Development; Mentorship & Peer Programs; Campus Organizations & Campus Involvement.
When you apply, please indicate ALL roles you are interested in.
Please see below for more details on each role.
Orientation & Transition
- Role posted on CLNx on March 15, 2023
- Applications close on April 3, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. ET
- Questions? Please contact trent.barwick@utoronto.ca
Leadership Development
- Role posted on CLNx on April 7, 2023
- Applications close on May 8, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. ET
- Questions? Please contact alexandra.merrick@utoronto.ca
Mentorship & Peer Programs
- Role posted on CLNx on April 7, 2023
- Applications close on May 8, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. ET
- Questions? Please contact madi.frost@utoronto.ca
Campus Organizations
- Role posted on CLNx on April 7, 2023
- Applications close on May 8, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. ET
- Questions? Please contact alyssa.ahmed@utoronto.ca
Campus Involvement
- Role posted on CLNx on April 7, 2023
- Applications close on May 8, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. ET
- Questions? Please contact jesse.adigwe@utoronto.ca
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What Students Are Saying
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3 votesAs the Leadership Development Intern, I loved the opportunity to be an integral part of the Student Engagement team, working alongside professional staff whose #1 priority was supporting my learning and development. The experience supported me in building skills in curriculum development and event coordination, while also enhancing my existing skills in administration and facilitation, all of which I was able to do through an extensive EDIA lens. I particularly appreciated the dedicated approach to Professional Development. Every project I took on was intricately tied to my own learning goals while also supporting the team, and we had dedicated conversations with professionals in their fields to facilitate networking and career growth beyond this opportunity. As a mature graduate student, I was a bit nervous about taking on an internship following my studies, but it was the best decision I could’ve made for myself and I am so grateful for the way that this role, and the CALDE team, propelled me into my current career.
Kelly, Leadership Development Intern 2021
From June to October 2021, I had the privilege of working as the Mentorship & Peer Programs intern with Student Engagement. Prior to the internship I held a casual position as a Peer Leadership Facilitator with the Clubs & Leadership team. During my time with the Clubs & Leadership team I had the opportunity to work alongside the Mentorship & Peer Programs team which introduced me to the mentorship realm where I discovered a new-found passion of mine. I found my experience rewarding, as if I was making an impact on the lives of others through facilitating mentoring relationships and creating space for connections to flourish. I decided to act on this enthusiasm I embodied when engaging in mentoring work and applied for the Mentorship & Peer Programs intern position after my work study contract ended. From there, my passion for mentorship amplified. I found that I was able to immerse myself into my work which encouraged me to always show up as my authentic self. My authentic self exudes passion and dedication, and the Mentorship & Peer Programs team offered me space to voice my opinion and generate meaningful change. As an intern I felt valued, appreciated and supported. In addition to me being able to explore my passion, the intern position provided me with various opportunities to make connections through networking with staff and peers on the Student Engagement team, but also with others either in different departments or outside organizations. I was also given ample space to work on personal and professional development. I was encouraged to attend workshops and events that would further my learning especially in areas that interest me such as EDIA. My experience as an intern was invaluable. If you are considering this experience, I would definitely recommend it. The connections and skills gained will prepare you for success in whichever career you choose to pursue.
Morghan, Mentorship & Peer Programs Intern 2021
My time within my internship was the perfect bridging experience between roles I held as a student into my professional career beyond graduation - there was an intentional structure to expose me to professional development events, staff within and outside of the university to broaden my network, and to check-in with my goals throughout the role. I really loved my time with Student Engagement because the staff, both that I worked closely with and those that I only saw at team meetings, were so lively and inclusive and eager to take a sincere interest in the interns & their success - Student Engagement is also a great starting point for a career within the university because it's position within the institution allows for you to meet people from across many units and colleges and/or be involved with programming that can reach students from across campus. I worked on the CCR portfolio through my internship and was the lead on a lot of integral administrative processes for a tri-campus program, while supporting work-study students within the portfolio and working on projects that I was able to start from the ground up based on where my passion where.
Amna, Campus Involvement Intern 2021