Eligibility Requirements
Who is Eligible?
You are eligible to apply for the Ontario Internship Program (OIP) if:
- You have graduated or are about to graduate from a recognized college* or university* with a diploma** or degree** within the last two years (May 2006 to August 2008); proof of academic credentials will be required during the recruitment process.
- You are not currently an OIP intern, or have not been an OIP intern in the past.
*For information on recognized colleges/universities and assessment services for credentials obtained outside of Canada contact the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC) or 416-962-9725. CICIC provides a database of recognized postsecondary institutions in Canada, and also provides information on credential assessment services.
**Please note that certificates do not meet eligibility requirements in place of a degree or diploma, regardless of whether a degree/diploma was required to enter the certificate program. This includes programs that are specified by the educational institution as certificates as well as those that make reference to a certificate in their program title. Individuals should confirm the full title of their credential before applying to the program.
You must be legally entitled to work in Canada to participate in the OIP. At the time of an employment offer, candidates will be asked to provide information confirming their entitlement to work in Canada (i.e. proof of Canadian citizenship, proof of permanent residency in Canada, or written authority to work in Canada from an immigration officer as per the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act).
Failure to meet program eligibility requirements, as noted above, will result in disqualification and/or rescinding of a conditional job offer.
Skills/Abilities We Look For:
In addition to the eligibility requirements, successful applicants to the Ontario Internship Program will be those who can best demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities required for an internship in their focus area.
When applying to the program, candidates should demonstrate their knowledge, skills and abilities in a particular focus area through their academic studies and related projects, paid and volunteer work experiences, or other activities. Review the OIP focus area descriptions for more information on the skills and abilities we are looking for in OIP applicants.
Want to Know More?
For more information, you may call toll-free Employment Ontario: 1-800-387-5656 or email us at opsintern@ontario.ca
