1. Arts and Media Internship Program
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2. Guidelines Must be 12 weeks of full-time work or the equivalent
In exceptional circumstances two sites might be accepted (must be arranged before you begin the internship)
Positions must be administrative in nature – no performance, technical positions
Should be paid: this can include grants that you or the organization may apply for (if otherwise, permission must be obtained from program director)
Must be approved by the ARTM director in advance
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3. Reporting
Submit intent to pursue an ARTM internship form to program coordinator including site (if already secured) or sector/type of position you are pursuing
Submit Internship Approval Form to program director for approval prior to committing to/accepting an internship
Contact the program director after you have completed four weeks of your internship
Your employer may also be contacted to check on your internship progress from her/his point of view
If you have problems, contact either the program director or coordinator asap
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6. At the end you MUST get a signed statement from your employer
write a report and submit it to the ARTM program director at least one month before the deadline for signaling your intention to graduate
Submit the additional application to graduate with Diploma form to either the ARTM department or student services
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7. The report Name of the company
Name and position of your immediate supervisor
Your job title and brief description of the work you did
Salary information and/or grant received
Reflections on the experience
what you learned, what you hoped to get out of it, if expectations were met, if you think it will help you in the future, how the experience could have been improved
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9. Internship Awards that you should apply for
Bickell Internship Awards (OSOTF)
George Gardiner Internship Award
Imasco Internship Award(s)
Onex Internship Award (OSOTF)
The Stuart McAllister Award
Award amounts vary. Criteria include: financial need and academic performance
Further info: MBA Programs Financial Aid Guide
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10. Awards Application Information/Tips
You will require references, the application process is the same as any other scholarship or bursary
Apply via Anne Caulfield in student financial services
The George Gardiner, Stuart McAllistar and a portion of the Imasco Awards do not have an Ontario residency restriction (Anne can explain in more detail)
Awards may be conditionally granted prior to finalization of internship, but release of funds will not happen until proof of employment is received (i.e. letter confirming your internship from the employer)
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11. Tips
Narrow down the activities/type of position you would like to pursue in a certain industry
Research the companies you might be interested in working for in that field
Discuss options with Joyce or Kathleen
Talk to people – ask for information session/ contacts
Find out as much as possible about the firm i.e. do they have an internship program, have they hired interns from Schulich before?
Note deadlines for support programs available to both the intern and the internship site
Offer to assist potential site with development of the internship and with the application for funding
what you learned, what you hoped to get out of it, if expectations were met, if you think it will help you in the future, how the experience could have been improved
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12. Tips
Contact the right person – send a letter indicating your interest, your skills, why you chose that firm and what you can contribute
Attach your resume/cv
Follow up with a phone call, ask for a meeting
Start looking for a company early
Ensure you have clear expectations for the work situation
If possible have specific tasks/project that you will undertake
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13. Approaching an organization about a self-designed internship
Ensure you have clear expectations
Contact the company you are interested in with a proposal for them to consider
Outline the internship position you want – make sure you include with both program requirements and your learning objectives (include specific tasks)
Don’t forget to highlight your skill set and how it can benefit the organization
Although many companies do not have a formal internship program, they may be receptive to a student who has a specific idea of how they can contribute. Even if they have never considered hiring an intern, companies are always looking for self-motivated people who are familiar with their industry.
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14. Summer Jobs and Internships: A Great Idea that Really Works!
Young Canada Works (YCW) offers students and recent graduates the chance to put their skills to the test, build career equity, earn money for their education or get started on the right career path. The program also offers employers an opportunity to benefit from innovative ideas and competitive skills. Wage subsidies are available for eligible employers. With a variety of exciting programs tailored to job seekers and employers, Young Canada Works offers the best of both worlds - so put a great idea to work, and take up the YCW challenge!
Young Canada Works also offers employers an opportunity to benefit from innovative ideas and competitive skills. Wage subsidies are available for eligible employers. YCW subsidizes up to 2,780 job opportunities.
With a variety of exciting programs tailored to job seekers and employers, Young Canada Works offers the best of both worlds. So put a great idea to work and take up the YCW challenge!
Young Canada Works sponsors two summer job programs for students:
YCW in Heritage Organizations:
YCW in Both Official Languages:
Young Canada Works also sponsors two internship programs for unemployed or underemployed college or university graduates:
YCW at Building Careers in Heritage:
YCW at Building Careers in English and French:
How to Apply
For more information on How to Apply to YCW:
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15. Young Canada Works in Heritage Organizations
About YCW
Young Canada Works, an initiative of the Department of Canadian Heritage was created in 1996 to help young Canadians develop work skills and on-the-job experience.
YCW is part of the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy (YES), which is committed to helping young people – students and graduates – particularly those facing barriers to employment, get the information and gain the skills, experience and ability they need to enter Canada's workforce.
  Student work terms last between 6 and 16 consecutive weeks with a regular work schedule of 30 to 40 hours per week. Salaries are competitive for the region of employment. This program is only available to organizations that have fewer than 51 full-time employees. Note that the employers must apply to be part of this program.
To be eligible students must: • Be between 15 and 30 years of age. • Have been registered as a full-time student in the previous academic year and intend to return to school on a full- time basis in the next academic year. • Be Canadian citizens or permanent residents or have official refugee protection status under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. • Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Deadlines Young Canada Works (summer jobs and internships): February 2, 2015 Service Canada (Canada Summer Jobs): January 30, 2015
Employer Applicants
The employer application deadline for the YCW-HO program is February 2, 2015.
Please submit your application at 
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16. Examples of Recent Internship Sites
Toronto Arts Council
AGO - Education – Grange Prize Intern
ROM – Institute for Contemporary Culture
Toronto International Film Festival – Sales and Industry Office
Or Gallery – Berlin – General Management Intern
Ontario Media Development Corporation – Industry Initiatives
Lord Cultural Resources – Management Consultancy Intern
Shakespeare in Action – Arts Management Consultant
Xenophile Media
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17. Get more information www.hrdc-drhc.gc.ca www.workinculture.ca
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