As of April 15, 2008 we are accepting applications for all internship assignments that have not been filled. Please click here to see the status of each assignment.

Internships for Canadians

MEDA is offering six internships for 2008-2009 for recent Canadian graduates. Internships are funded by CIDA and CIDA requirements for interns are listed below. The description for each internship position is listed in the listing of Internship Assignments.

The 2008-2009 CIDA funded internships are conditional upon CIDA signing the contribution agreement.

We are now beginning the recruitment process for these internships. 

Internship for US Residents

New this year, MEDA is offering two internships specifically for recent US graduates. These internships will have exactly the same structure, process and timeline as the internships we have been offering for Canadians. In the listing of Internship Assignments, the internships for US Residents Only will be clearly marked. We are now accepting applications for these positions.

Intern Requirements

For Canadian internships only: CIDA has certain requirements that interns must meet; once those criteria are met, MEDA looks for applications with qualifications that match up with the internships we are offering.

CIDA requires that interns:

• Are between the ages of 19 and 30;
• Are recent graduates (or about to graduate);
• Have not previously worked outside of Canada in a paid career-related position;
• Have not previously participated in another Internship Program funded by the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy and
• Are eligible to work in Canada (Canadian citizen, landed immigrant.)

To find out more on CIDA Internships, please visit the CIDA web site at: www.acdi-cida.gc.ca.

General MEDA Qualifications for all Internships:
(More specific qualifications are listed under each Internship Assignment description)

• Bachelors degree in International Development, Business, Economics, or related field.
• Strong background or previous experience in field research, quantitative and qualitative data collection and data analysis methods.
• Independent, self-directed and highly motivated individuals.
• Strong interest in international travel and cross-cultural experiences; flexible and able to adapt to different environments and cultures.
• Appreciation for MEDA's organizational culture and values.
  

Length of Assignment

The length of the work assignment in country is seven months. In addition, the intern will participate in a one-week orientation and training in Waterloo, Ontario and be required to debrief and report back to MEDA staff in Waterloo upon return to Canada. The debriefing will include exercises aimed to facilitate re-entry to Canada, job search training and support.

Dates/Timing

The orientation week is planned for August 2008. Attendance at pre-departure orientation is required. Departure for the specific overseas assignment will vary according to the field manager's schedule and the availability of the intern. CIDA requires all interns to begin their internships by 1 September 2008.

Application Procedure

To apply for an internship, please carefully review the criteria listed above, the internship assignment descriptions, frequently asked questions, and other information provided on this site. You are requested to send by email only:

• resume
• cover letter explaining which MEDA internship you would like and why
• application form
  

You may apply for more than one internship, but please only submit one application form, resume and cover letter.

Application Deadline

We do not have a deadline for applications, but will continue recruiting until all positions are filled. To ensure you are considered for an internship, please submit your application package as soon as possible.

For more information or to apply, please contact jobs@meda.org.