Application Information
Applicants new to the program join as Junior Interns, while a select number of Junior Interns who have completed one year of the program may return as Senior Interns. To apply for a DFL internship, please email (1) a completed application, (2) CV, and (3) cover letter, to DFL Director Cindi Resnick (dflprogram@carleton.ca). The Leadership Profile is an important document, to be referenced when completing your application. If your application is successful, all interns must have (4) a current Police Record Check.
Junior intern applications for the 2017-18 academic year will open May 1st. If you are interested in the DFL program we encourage you to please submit your application as soon as possible. If a current or past DFL intern is interested in becoming a Senior Intern, please email Cindi Resnick directly.
Selection Process
The CV and cover letter should illustrate key leadership skills that the applicant has demonstrated. Preference is given to applicants who can demonstrate familiarity with Judaism and Jewish communal agencies. Preference is also given to students in their 2nd year or higher. A strong application highlights interests or work/volunteer experience that align with available internships.
All applicants must be in good academic standing. Applicants that receive an interview will be contacted by the DFL Program Director, and this will be used to determine possible matches with agencies. Applicants will be interviewed by agencies as well, which may result in multiple interviews on the part of the applicant. Applicants will be informed of decisions on their internship applications by the end of July.
Details
| Position | Compensation | Time commitment | Positions available |
| Junior Intern | $2500* | 80 hours work, 20 hours training | 7-10 |
| Senior Intern | $3000* | 80 hours work, 20 hours training | 3-5 |
*Before EI, CPP, and source deductions
Over the course of the program, interns will complete 20 hours of training. For all interns, the training is focused on developing leadership, professional and presentation skills. Additionally, interns will plan and run an event for the end of the academic year; to be discussed during leadership workshops. Interns will be monitored regularly to ensure performance is adequate and issues are resolved. Monitoring is done by the DFL Director in concert with the intern’s direct supervisor.
Important Dates: 2018-19
| May 1st | 2017 DFL application process opens |
| July | Phone interviews with the DFL Director and interested partner agencies |
| August | Internship placements are finalized |
| September 1st | Internship placements begin, unless other arrangements are made |
| September 10th | First leadership workshop (10am – 3pm) |
| November 27th | Second leadership workshop |
| January 21st | Third leadership workshop |
| March 4th | Fourth (and final) leadership workshop |
For more information or inquiries about the program, please contact Cindi Resnick (dflprogram@carleton.ca).