Choosing the options of a Honours Bachelor of Commerce with Internship, or Honours Integrated Business and Humanities (IBH) with Internship gives you the unique opportunity to develop hands-on experience with an employer for a work term that lasts between 12 and 16 months. Internships begin anytime between May and September following your third year of studies.
Some of our Internship Employer Partners include:
To participate in the internship program, you must:
DeGroote students who are going out on exchange are still eligible to participate in the internship program. For more details visit the Academic Calendar.
You apply to the Commerce with Internship or IBH with Internship degree program in the Summer following Level 2.
With the support of the Career and Professional Development team, students search for an internship throughout the Level 3 academic year.
Internships begin anytime between May and September following your third year of studies. The internship pathway extends your degree program by one year and provides you with real-world experience, critical thinking skills, enhanced leadership qualities, and better business acumen – setting you up for success upon graduation.
| Early May | Register on OSCARplus for online Q&A sessions about the Internship program and admissions process. |
| Mid-May | Admission portal opens in OSCARplus to apply. |
| Mid-late May | Virtual interviews links will be sent to eligible applicants. Candidates will have 72 hours to complete the interview assessment. |
| June – August | All academic requirements, applications, and interviews will be assessed by the DeGroote team. |
| Mid-August | Admission offers extended to successful candidates. |
This Career Development Course is designed to equip you with the tools necessary to successfully participate in summer, internship and full-time job searches.
If you are participating in the Commerce with Internship or IBH with Internship degree program, you are required to complete the Commerce 2IN0 – Career Development Course in Level 2. Delivered by the Career and Professional Development team and supported by Career Peer Mentors, this workshop-based course covers a variety of topics, including:
Commerce 2IN0 is offered in Winter and Spring terms and is available for enrollment on MOSAIC. See the Academic Calendar for more details.
See below for help navigating the Internship application process, and some frequently asked questions.
Looking for more information about the internship program? Visit our Internship Program FAQ.
Internship FAQNeed an Internship question answered? Contact our Career and Professional Development Team.
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