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Homer A. & Mildred S. Scott Foundation Student Internship
Paid internships for Sheridan College students
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
This program supports paid internships for Sheridan College students with participating Sheridan County non-profit organizations. It helps students gain practicum experience while supporting nonprofit missions in areas such as research, community outreach, public policy, communications, fundraising, and social media.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Attract or retain talent
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Higher Education
- Research
- Social Services
- Employment and Training
- Grant-making Foundations
- Other Philanthropic Intermediaries and Voluntarism Promotion
- Children and Youth Organizations
Target groups
- Nonprofits / charities
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Regional
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Paid internship placements with participating Sheridan County non-profit organizations.
- Practicum experience related to the student’s field of study.
Documents Needed
- Program Guidelines & Information Packet
- Scott Foundation Student Intern Application
- Non-Profit Host Application
- Student Internship Program Student Application
- Student employment paperwork
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Sheridan College students
- Participating Sheridan County non-profit organizations
Who is not eligible
- Students who are not currently enrolled at Sheridan College
- Students not in good academic or conduct standing
- Students with a cumulative GPA below 2.0
- Organizations that are not non-profits
Eligible expenses
- Student internship wages
- The non-profit organization’s share of the hourly wage for an intern
Eligible geographic areas
- Sheridan County, Wyoming
Selection criteria
- Host organizations are chosen by eligibility and in the order of the date of application submission.
- Students are matched to the non-profit organization based on the organization’s needs and the student’s area of interest.
How to apply
- Download, read, complete, and return the required documents to the Sheridan College Foundation.
- Applications are available from sellis@sheridan.edu, in the Sheridan College Foundation office (GMB#150), or online at sheridancollegefoundation.org.
- Host organizations submit the Non-Profit Host Application to the Sheridan College Foundation c/o sellis@sheridan.edu.
- Students submit the Internship Program Student Application to Stephanie Ellis in the Sheridan College Foundation office.
Processing and Agreement
- Non-profit organizations and Student Intern opportunities are evaluated and approved one semester at a time.
- Host organizations are chosen by eligibility and in the order of the date of application submission.
- Students are matched to the non-profit organization based on the organization’s needs and the student’s area of interest.
- When applications are received, an interview will be scheduled for students.
- The Sheridan College Foundation will notify the non-profit host organization when the student is eligible to begin work.
Additional information
- Applications are reviewed and approved one semester at a time.
- Organizations may be limited to two years of internship eligibility unless program funds are available.
- Students are not eligible to start until all paperwork has been completed and both parties have been notified by the Sheridan College Foundation.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Homer A. & Mildred S. Scott Foundation Student Internship Program
What is the Homer A. & Mildred S. Scott Foundation Student Internship?
This program supports paid internships for Sheridan College students with participating Sheridan County non-profit organizations. It helps students gain practicum experience while supporting nonprofit missions in areas such as research, community outreach, public policy, communications, fundraising, and social media.
Who is eligible for the Homer A. & Mildred S. Scott Foundation Student Internship program?
To be eligible for the Homer A. & Mildred S. Scott Foundation Student Internship program, you must:
Current Sheridan College students
Good conduct and academic standing with a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher
Students of all majors may apply
What expenses are eligible under Homer A. & Mildred S. Scott Foundation Student Internship?
Paid internship placements with participating Sheridan County non-profit organizations.
Practicum experience related to the student’s field of study.
Who can I contact for more information about the Homer A. & Mildred S. Scott Foundation Student Internship?
You can contact Sheridan College Foundation by email at sellis@sheridan.edu or by phone at 307-675-0700.
Where is the Homer A. & Mildred S. Scott Foundation Student Internship available?
The Homer A. & Mildred S. Scott Foundation Student Internship program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the Homer A. & Mildred S. Scott Foundation Student Internship a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Homer A. & Mildred S. Scott Foundation Student Internship is a Wage Subsidies And Interns
Who are the financial supporters of the Homer A. & Mildred S. Scott Foundation Student Internship?
Homer A. & Mildred S. Scott Foundation Student Internship is funded by Sheridan College Foundation