The international experiential learning course (international internship) is a course as well as a virtual work experience. It is a 12-week unpaid part-time internship worth 3 units for undergraduate students. Students will be working remotely with an international NGO partner.

Master’s and doctoral students will receive 3 units in their program of study.

All students interested in applying must schedule a meeting with the coordinator before submitting their application form. The meeting must take place BEFORE May 18, 2026 at 4 p.m. during our office hours. Email [email protected] to confirm your student number and availability. 

• Admission Requirements and Adminstrative Procedures
• Important Dates and steps
• Apply on the online application form

Join us on May 4, 2026 from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. to learn about the international experiential learning course and meet the NGO partners. The online session will take place via Zoom.

International experiential learning course (international internship) Costs

Virtual Internships: Internships taking place remotely (only Fall 2026) cost $1500. There are no bursaries for virtual internships.

Field Internships: Field Internships will resume in Winter 2027 and Summer 2027. The cost is $5 000 (includes airline ticket, travel insurance, food, and housing). A $1,000 student mobility scholarship will be available for eligible students participating in the program.

Other costs: Tuition fees are not included in costs mentioned above. Other costs may apply for field internships, such as medical certificate, vaccine, police check, visa, personal expenses, etc.

Please note that a $500 non-refundable deposit will be required for selected students in order to confirm participation in the internship.