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Higher Education Internship

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Do you want to complement your academic learning with hands-on professional experience in student experience and services? The ROSE ²ÝÝ®ÎÛÊÓƵµ¼º½ Higher Education Internship is a unique paid opportunity designed exclusively for ²ÝÝ®ÎÛÊÓƵµ¼º½ students enrolled in ²ÝÝ®ÎÛÊÓƵµ¼º½â€™s MEd program in higher education within the Student Development & Student Services field.

²ÝÝ®ÎÛÊÓƵµ¼º½ MEd students are matched with a professional staff member within ROSE for a tailored project-based internship. Projects are based on needs within ROSE as well as the intern’s skill set, so each internship is unique!

Benefits of the Internship

  • Gain valuable professional work experience within a functional area of Student Experience and Services within ROSE by taking part in team meetings, one-on-ones with your supervisor, networking with others, and completing a project;
  • Apply theory learned in the classroom to the real-life experiences of students within higher education;
  • Develop leadership, student experience and teamwork skills;
  • Compensation for training and work hours at $19/hour;
  • Receive academic credit (LHA1858H and LHA 1859H are both elective courses);
  • Participate in professional development opportunities and build professional networks;
  • An annual CACUSS Student Membership with access to professional development opportunities, communities of practice, networking, publications and more.

Roles and Responsibilities

The intern will work under the supervision of a designated member of the ²ÝÝ®ÎÛÊÓƵµ¼º½ ROSE team to complete a defined project within the internship term. The intern is expected to engage in regular check-ins with both their staff supervisor and assigned faculty member to ensure consistent progress toward their academic and professional goals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Fulfill all academic course requirements and assignments.
  • Complete all project deliverables under the guidance and direction of the staff supervisor.
  • Conduct program evaluations or assessments as needed.
  • Participate in job shadowing within the assigned student affairs unit or partner office.
  • Research best practices relevant to the assigned project and provide informed recommendations.
  • Support students, including offering guidance and referring them to appropriate services as needed.
  • Assist with the delivery and promotion of existing programming and initiatives.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support the goals of the unit.

Requirements

Class Availability
  • Students must be available for class meetings on Tuesdays from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. during the internship term.
  • Classes will be offered in both online and in-person formats on the St. George campus.
Internship Commitment
  • Students will complete the LHA1858H course alongside their internship project within one academic semester.
  • The internship requires 7 to 12 hours of work per week, typically equivalent to one full working day with the assigned department.
Eligibility Criteria
  • Must be enrolled in the MEd in Higher Education program under the Student Development and Student Services in Higher Education field (LHAE).
  • Must have received excellent assessment results in the LHA1858H internship.
  • Internship duration:
    • LHA1858H: 4-month placement
    • LHA1859H: 8-month placement
Application Requirements

Submit the following materials to Professor David Kim (Course Instructor):

  1. Letter of Recommendation
    • From your LHA1858H internship supervisor.
  2. Personal Statement (Max 750 words), including:
    • A clear outline of your career goals and how a second internship supports your professional development.
    • Key skills gained during LHA1858H that are transferable to the second internship.
    • Your motivation for pursuing a second internship, including what you hope to achieve and how you plan to contribute to the organization.
  3. Updated Resume
    • Include relevant extracurricular activities that demonstrate your commitment to the field and ongoing professional growth.
  4. Availability Confirmation
    • Confirm your ability to meet the internship schedule and complete the minimum requirement of 120 hours.

 

How to Apply

To apply for an internship position, please fill out the application form.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The ROSE ²ÝÝ®ÎÛÊÓƵµ¼º½ Higher Education Internship is a unique opportunity exclusively for students enrolled in LHAE’s MEd in Higher Education, Student Development & Student Services in Higher Education Field. However, students from other ²ÝÝ®ÎÛÊÓƵµ¼º½ MEd programs will be considered, so long as they meet the course eligibility requirements. To ensure you are academically eligible to apply, please contact Professor David Kim. Only students who are academically eligible to take LHA1858H and LHA1859H as electives will be able to apply.

LHA1858H internship application deadline - April 30, 2026

LHA1859H internship application deadline - August 30, 2025 

International students are welcome to apply. International students wishing to apply for the internship must have a valid study permit, be enrolled full-time in one of LHAE’s MEd programs in Higher Education and have a Canadian social insurance number (SIN). Please visit the   for more details about the conditions and limitations to work off campus. Please contact Professor David Kim to determine your academic eligibility for course LHA1858H.

Part-time students enrolled in one of LHAE’s MEd in Higher Education program may apply but must be able to fulfil the on-campus work component of the internship. If you are a part-time student and have a full-time job, you may not be able to commit to the internship. If you have specific questions, or would like to talk about your situation, please contact us at  oise.rose.internship@utoronto.ca

The LHA1858H course is a 0.5 credit elective, a one-semester course that allows for one 4-month placement within ROSE. A second internship may be completed under the LHA1859H course code, allowing for 0.5 credits in a different two-semester period, which allows for one 8-month placement in ROSE. 

Note: Either LHA1858H or LHA1859H must be an 8-month internship to meet the Field requirements.

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