Located in Ottawa, Canada's scenic capital city, Carleton University consistently ranks among the top 5 comprehensive universities in Canada, welcoming over 3,000 international students from more than 150 countries. The university offers over 100 undergraduate and graduate degree programmes across six faculties, spanning engineering, journalism, public affairs, arts, science, and business, giving students a wide range of career-focused pathways to choose from.
Most of Carleton's undergraduate programmes include a co-operative education (co-op) option, offering full-time, paid employment directly related to a student's field of study, alternating with academic terms. This ensures that graduates leave not only with a degree, but with verified, real-world career experience. Carleton also offers one of the most generous scholarship and bursary programmes in Canada, awarding over CAD $25 million annually to undergraduate students, with international students automatically considered for entrance scholarships.
For Atlantic Hall students interested in Canada as a higher education destination, Carleton represents a world-class, internationally welcoming environment with strong financial support, guaranteed on-campus accommodation for first-year international students, and a beautifully connected riverside campus in the heart of Canada's capital.
STUDENT INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME (SIP)
The Student Internship Programme (SIP) is an incredible opportunity for Atlantic Hall students to gain practical, hands-on experience in their chosen career fields. By participating in this programme, students can enhance their resumes, establish valuable professional connections, and receive mentorship from Carleton University’s experienced undergraduates and faculty. Enrollees will also benefit from entrepreneurial training and mentorship, with clear and achievable learning goals.
Eligibility:
The SIP is open exclusively to Year 11 (SS2) students. To apply, interested students must complete an Internship Recruitment form and submit an application letter along with a personal statement of interest.
Selection Criteria:
The selection process is highly competitive, and applicants will be assessed based on the following:
Content (70%)
Thesis Statement: Must clearly articulate the main purpose of the essay.
Organization: Ideas should be structured into coherent paragraphs.
Support & Development of Ideas: Applicants must provide evidence to back their arguments.
Insight: Demonstrate strong business skills, particularly in problem-solving.
Clarity & Style: Entries should be clear, formal, and free from contractions or slang.
Real-life Analogy: Ideas should be connected to real-world situations.
Mechanics (30%)
Orthographic Errors: Avoid spelling, punctuation, and capitalization mistakes.
Grammar & Sentence Structure: Clear and effective communication is key.
Vocabulary: Proper use of business terms and registers.
The final selection will be made by the Carleton University team after a thorough interview process.