Guide to PHO's Indigenous Internship Program

Experiential Learning at Public Health Ontario

At PHO, our mission is to enable informed decisions and actions that protect and promote health and contribute to reducing health inequities. In partnership with government, public health, and health care, we provide scientific evidence and expert guidance to shape policies and practices for a healthier Ontario. Our student programs offer hands-on opportunities to develop practical skills, deepen public health understanding, and build capacity for the next generation of public health professionals. With the support of their supervisor, students work toward both academic objectives and personal learning goals in a supportive, engaging environment.

Location: 661 University Ave, Toronto, ON
Format: Hybrid (2 days on-site), with the option for fully remote work.
Number of Positions: Dependent on supervisory capacity.
Project Description: Depending on the learning needs of the student, projects can be flexible and may focus on public health response, laboratory technical support, capacity building, and/or strategy and policy etc.
Term: Flexible. Start date, length, and hours/week can vary to accommodate different programs.
Salary: Paid, salary dependent on term-length.

Eligibility Criteria

• You must self-identify as an Indigenous person. The term Indigenous refers to individuals who identify as being descended from the original inhabitants (the first peoples) of what is now known as Canada. In this context, Indigenous people are First Nations, Métis, and/or Inuit. Please note, as part of the application process, all applicants must respond to a self-attestation and may be asked to provide identification and/or explain connection to an Indigenous community. Applicants who do not identify as Indigenous or who choose not to identify will not be eligible.
• At the time of the internship, you must be enrolled in a program at an accredited Canadian post-secondary institution in which the completion of an experiential learning placement (e.g. practicum, internship, co-op, etc.) is required to fulfill the program requirements.
• You must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• You must be a resident of Ontario during the term of employment.

Note: Certain positions may have additional eligibility requirements based on the nature of the role.

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