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.
