GENERAL INFORMATION
The Istituto accepts no more than two interns every three months. Pay is not granted by the Istituto which is in favour of establishing a collaboration with Italian and foreign Universities that economically support the student’s stay in the Toronto area. It is compulsory that the interns obtain, at their expense, a comprehensive insurance that covers medical expenses and other risks linked to the stay in Toronto. The Institute accepts all applications of those candidates with the means to sustain the expense of living in Toronto of a minimum of $1000 Canadian per month.

REQUISITES
We expect students to be close to obtain or to have obtained at least an Italian Major Degree (i.e. laurea Specialistica) and not to be older than 26 years of age. Discipline, autonomy, flexibility and a great predisposition towards the establishment of interpersonal relations are essential qualities to work in a dynamic environment, as it is the Istituto. It’s also fundamental that the applying intern has a good knowledge of English, as it is required for an interview in order to confirm of his/her language skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The interns will have to perform the following tasks:

* Telephone management and e-mail relations with the public interested in information on Italy in English;
* Be computer savvy;
* Preferably be competent in website management for regular updates;
* Be available to draft reports in Italian; maintain the document archives and management of our small multimedia library;
* Be competent in cultural information research on Italian and North American media and have editorial abilities to draft information of cultural events, press releases etc;
* Be available for 37 hours per week; including evening hours for assistance to cultural events organized by the Istituto.

PERIOD
For local reasons the periods are only a suggestion, but may change due to needs. Sessions are from the beginning of September to January 15, from January 15 to April 15, from April 15 to July 15. Repeat intern experiences are not allowed.

ADVANTAGES
The Istituto guarantees a pleasing and stimulating work experience, offers an informal and friendly work environment based on teamwork. Interns are assisted by a tutor, which provides them guidance and information not only inside the office but also during their pursuing of personal study projects in their spare time. Interns are encouraged to participate in the city’s cultural life.

Suggestions:
Visitors to Canada do not require a visa if entering as a tourist for a maximum of three to six months. Information on Working-Holiday Program between Canada and Italy can be found here.
The Istituto can assist the interns in searching comfortable accommodations at reasonable prices. Please note that with the present real estate market the cost of an independent and acceptable apartment is of approximately Can$600 per month.
http://www.iictoronto.esteri.it/IIC_Toronto/Menu/Opportunit%C3%A0/Tirocini/