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UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO LESTER B. PEARSON SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Application Deadline: January 15, 2024

LOCATION: Toronto, Canada

The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships at the University of Toronto provide an unparalleled opportunity for outstanding international students to study at one of the world’s best universities in one of the world’s most multicultural cities. The scholarship program is intended to recognize students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and creativity and who are recognized as leaders within their school.

ELIGIBILITY:

To be eligible to apply to the Pearson International Scholarship, you must be:

an international student (i.e. a non-Canadian requiring a study permit);

currently in your final year of secondary school or have graduated no earlier than June 2023

beginning your studies at the University of Toronto in September 2024 (students already attending post-secondary studies cannot be considered; students starting their studies in January 2024 at another post-secondary institution cannot be considered).

BENEFITS:

The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships will cover tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years. The scholarship is tenable only at the University of Toronto for first-entry, undergraduate programs. Each year approximately 37 students will be named Lester B. Pearson Scholars.

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THE UNICEF INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME

Application Deadline: 2 August, 2027

LOCATION: Multiple Region

The UNICEF Internship Programme offers students and recent graduates from diverse academic backgrounds the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with UNICEF through global internship opportunities.

ELIGIBILITY:

At least 18 years old.

Enrolled in an undergraduate, graduate or PhD programmeor have graduated within the past two years.

Proficient in at least one of UNICEF’s working languages: English, French or Spanish. Fluency in the working language of the office you are applying to, may also be required.

Have no immediate relatives (e.g., mother, father, sister, brother) working with UNICEF, or any other relatives in your reporting line of authority.

Have strong academic performance and motivation

Additional consideration will be given to any professional experience relevant to the function you’re applying for.

Duration: The duration of an internship is normally between six and twenty-six weeks. Internships can be on a full-time or a part-time basis.

Visa: If necessary, UNICEF will provide relevant supporting documents for our visa applications.

BENEFITS:

UNICEF provides a monthly stipend to interns. A one-time lump sum, as a contribution towards travel and visa costs, may also be granted when funding is available.

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