
Our Intern Program
Everything you need to know about getting involved in RCIG as a first-year!
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Apply for our Intern position! Applications can be found on the RC Portal > Jobs & Opportunities. We also have hiring for manager positions around Feb/Mar.
The job type ID is: 17780
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It varies year to year, but we take on anywhere between 4-8 interns!
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Take part in our Dual Mentorship Program
Develop a valuable one-to-one relationship with a paired RCIG Executive and RCIG alumnus currently working in industry
Receive guidance to become a future RCIG portfolio Director or Manager
Work closely with one of our portfolios (marketing, events, or corporate relations) as a committee member
Aid in event execution, planning socials, onboarding corporate partners and sponsors, and designing marketing collaterals
Gain crucial skills to succeed as a commerce student and future business professional
Connect with corporate professionals in the field of your interest to allow yourself to build a professional network and learn from industry experiences
Gain insight into many different sectors of business
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Genuine interest in RCIG’s mission and values
An optimistic drive to learn and take initiative
Professionalism and organizational skills
Strong ability to work in a team as well as independently
Ability to lead in an authentic way (we want to hear what unique interests and skills you bring to the table!)
An interest in recent developments and innovations in the business world and beyond
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Resume and Cover letter incorporating the following:
Why RCIG?
What does innovation mean to you?
Tell us about what you can offer our team and what your goals are for the year as an RCIG member.
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Being genuine and authentic! Try to blend your voice, style and personality into the formal writing
Make sure all your documents are visibly legible - have a clear format and order, make sure it’s easy to follow
Avoid repeating information in your cover letter that can be found on your resume
Tailor your application to what the Intern posting is looking for instead of applying with a general resume and cover letter
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Do a bit of research into the club you’re applying for to show that you’re interested (e.g. checking their social media, website)
Showcase your personality and a few of your interests/passions
Relax :) the people who are interviewing you were in your shoes once upon a time!
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RCIG Intern Program Director: serena.beddoe@mail.utoronto.ca
















