Topic: Summer Research Internship Opportunity for Indigenous Students
Description:
The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre’s “Mentorat intégral pour la science inclusive” (MISI) Prize will award up to two Indigenous students with a paid three-month Summer Research Internship. This opportunity is part of the NovaScience Program, in partnership with the Ministère de l’Économie, de l'Innovation et de l'Énergie of the Government of Québec.
The MISI Project aims to offer trainees a first experience of work in a research group, lab or centre studying cancer, epidemics, respiratory diseases, neurological disorders, cardiovascular health, metabolic complications, improved medicines, and other topics investigated in the Institute’s research programs. On top of the grant, awardees will be admissible to a summer school program on inclusive research and inclusive leadership, to a six-month mentorship process for their career development, and to other training and networking opportunities. With this project, the Institute aims to increase the participation and success of women and Indigenous students in health research training.
Awardees will receive:
- A $7,000 stipend to support their research internship at the Institute (12-14 weeks, 20 hours per week).
- Access to a three-day summer school on inclusive research and leadership.
- Mentorship activities through the MISI project
- Other career development opportunities related to inclusive research.
Host: The Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (The Institute)
Date: May 19 – September 10, 2025 (Flexible start date within this period)
Time: Part-time internship (20h/week)
Location: Glen site, 1001 boul. Décarie, Montreal, QC H4A 3J1 – and other Institute locations.
Registration deadline: Apply until May 25th – 11:59 P.M.
To apply, you must meet the following criteria:
- Self-identify as an Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) student currently enrolled in a university or CEGEP program.
- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act.
Registration:
To apply, submit the following documents by email or mail:
- Transcripts from your current program
- Two reference letters:
a. One from an elder or community/ organization leader/ member
b. One from a teacher or educator - A personal statement outlining the following:
a. A reflection on the obstacles you have faced in your academic journey based on your Indigenous identity
b. Skills developed through facing these obstacles
c. Description of your community involvement and/or concrete plans to benefit peers
d. Personal information: full name, institution, program of study, expected date of graduation, and contact information - phone number and/or email or mailing address
Please Click here to download the detailed instructions.
To apply, please send all the required documentation to Aurore Palanque, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisor, at edi.ri@muhc.mcgill.ca or by mail to 5th Floor, 2155 Guy Street, Montreal, QC, H3H 2L9 attention Emily Bell, MISI Project by May 25th 11:59 P.M.
For any questions or if you need assistance with your application, contact Aurore Palanque, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisor, at edi.ri@muhc.mcgill.ca or by phone at 438-488-3156.
