Kahnawà:ke’s Economic Development Commission

Kahnawà:ke’s Economic Development Commission

Mentor a Student Intern Program

Eligible participants are high-school and post-secondary students currently attending CEGEP or University.

Mentor a Student Intern Objectives:

  • Provide students with meaningful part-time work experiences within their field of study
  • Support for local businesses/organizations with their recruitment needs and succession planning as well as an opportunity to mentor and mold the leaders of tomorrow
  • Wage subsidies for these eager and talented individuals who can fill in gaps, work on projects and bring in fresh knowledge and insight
  • Training experiences that support students in acquiring the workplace skills needed to obtain employment after post-secondary education while demonstrating their abilities to a prospective employer
  • Allow students to build networks for the future and earn wages during the academic year

The following deadlines have been set for the 2023-2024 academic year:

  • Fall 2025: September 19, 2025
  • Winter 2025: January 23, 2025

For more information, please contact the Katsistohkwiio Jacco by phone at 450-638-4280 or email katsistohkwiio.jacco@kedc.biz

MASI 2024–2025 Highlights
Mentor a Student Intern Program (MASI)
Part-time work for students to assist with recruitment and internships.
Opportunities to:

  • Learn new skills
  • Improve job prospects
  • Build networks
  • Earn a salary

Total Participants: 15

  • Students in the fall: 13
  • Students in the winter: 8
  • Students who participated in both semesters: 6

Percentage of students who received course credit: 64%

Level of Education:

  • 9 University
  • 3 CEGEP
  • 2 Ratiwennahní:rats
  • 1 Masters

Place of Employment:

  • 27% Private Business
  • 40% Community Organization
  • 33% External Organization

Student & Employer Feedback:

  • 100% of students reported that internship provided them with valuable work experience and helped develop their skills.
  • 100% of employers agreed that students’ background and skills contributed to the success of their organization and were interested in hosting students again.