Virtual International Learning Assignment with Global Affairs Canada at Consulate General of Canada – Seattle opportunity!

The International Learning Assignment Program provides interns with an opportunity to learn about Canada-U.S. relationship from Canadian Diplomats and Governmental Affairs experts. The successful candidate will be asked to engage in political and economic research; to support policy development and advocacy efforts; to think creatively and practically about digital diplomacy, among other related elements.

The Canadian Consulate of Canada, Seattle and Western Washington University are opening the Virtual Canada-U.S. Relations International Learning Assignment for Spring 2021 (March 30-June 11). The successful candidate(s) will participate in a virtual capacity and not be located at the Consulate General’s Seattle offices. The successful candidate will be responsible for having access to a computer and a high-speed connection to the internet.

Open to: WWU undergraduate and graduate students who are either Canadian or dual nationals (US-Canada) with an interest in Canada-U.S. relations, including political, economic, environmental, border security, defense, cultural and diplomatic elements that make it one of the most important and mutually beneficial bilateral relationships that the world has ever known.

Overview: WWU students will earn 5 credits toward C/AM 444 (Canadian Studies Internship) with 15 –20 hours/week. Successful candidates must work remotely from the United States; some occasional hours may be required outside of normal working hours. Students can enroll in C/AM 444 with the approval of the Director for the Center of Canadian-American Studies (Christina Keppie –christina.keppie@wwu.edu). Students will receive a letter grade in consultation with the Director.

For more information and the application, see this document.

Deadline for Applications : Friday, February 12