Undergraduate
Contact
Faculty of Social Science
Social Science Centre
Room 9438
Western University
T. 519-661-2053
F. 519-661-3868
E. social-science@uwo.ca
Application Process for Long-term Internship
The application period for 2024 opens on August 24, 2023 and closes on November 3rd, 2023. For general inquiries, please contact socscintern@uwo.ca.
STEP 1: Attend an Information Session (recommended)
Attend ONE Internship Program Information Sessions:
- Tuesday, September 19th | 5:00pm EST (Virtual)
- Wednesday, October 4th | 5:00pm EST (In Person)
- Watch a session recording
Session includes a program overview & benefits, eligibility criteria for both internship lengths, the recruitment timeline and process, and course deliverables.
If you decide to participate…
STEP 2: Apply through Western Connect - Complete by November 3rd, 2023
Register at Western Connect by completing the “Intern/Co-op - SSLI - Social Science Long-term Internship” application form:
Note: If you are eligible for both long- and short-term options this year, please only complete the long-term internship application form where you may indicate your interest in both programs.
Online registration opens August 21, 2023 and closes November 3rd, 2023 @ 11:59pm.
Students must submit their application for this program by the deadline to access full supports and prepare for peak recruitment season. If you are interested in the course credit, but do not wish to access postings or supports, please see Arranging Your Own Internship for guidance.
Applications will be reviewed within 10 to 15 days of the deadline. You will receive a notification from Western Connect once this process has taken place.
Approved applications will be granted access to view internship job postings on Western Connect.
Students who meet all criteria except the academic average requirement may request re-assessment in January once their fall term grades are posted by emailing socscintern@uwo.ca.
STEP 3: Resumé Workshop & Assignment (mandatory)
Workshop date TBA.
Resume assignment deadline: November 13, 2023
All students must complete a resume and submit for review by the deadline.
Once you've received feedback, you will be encouraged to tailor each application package that you submit to employers. You will continue to have access to feedback from the Social Science Internship Program team on your individual applications throughout your search.
STEP 4: For International Students: Apply for a Co-op Work Permit
International students who meet the requirements to participate in the internship program must secure a valid co-op work permit regardless of the timing and length of the internship.
We encourage students to submit their application ASAP to avoid delays. Suggested submission before November 30, 2023.
The IESC advisory team is available to help you in the application process! Please email iesc@uwo.ca or book an appointment with an International Student Advisor for support.