Description
The Canada-Israel Committee Parliamentary Internship Program is an annual competition for university graduates who have an interest in governmental affairs. The program provides Members of Parliament with highly qualified assistants, and gives university graduates an opportunity to supplement their theoretical knowledge of Parliament with practical experience of the day-to-day work of the Members. In the longer term, graduates of the program are better able to make a significant contribution to Canadian public life. Intern responsibilities include working with Members of the House of Commons in a variety of areas, including parliamentary committees, correspondence, and constituency duties. There are 10 positions available per year. Duration is approximately nine months - fall to spring. Compensation is $12,000.
Requirements
To be eligible you must be a Canadian citizen, have a recent university degree, and an interest in Parliament. This internship is open to graduates of multiple disciplines, including the social sciences, humanities, and law.
Contact
Noah Shack Government Relations Research Associate Phone: (613) 234-8271 E-mail: noahshack@cicweb.ca
Deadline for applications is March 1, 2010.
To apply, download an application form.
