Student Application

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Student Applicants

Before you apply:

  1. Review the Melville Business Strategy Internship (MBSI) Student Program Requirements and FAQ.

  2. Attend at least one Internship Specific Résumé Writing webinar to get 5 bonus points!

  3. Please ensure you have an active and up-to-date LinkedIn profile and customized URL to get 1 bonus point!.

  4. Use the résumé rubric to self-assess. 

  5. Review and sign the Conflict-of-Interest (COI) Declaration.

  6. Submit your application along with the updated résumé, completed résumé rubric, and signed COI Declaration.

NOTE: While it’s encouraged to meet with a Student Success Coach before applying, if no appointments are available closer to the deadline, please submit your application before the deadline. A Student Success Coach will review your application and reach out if any updates are needed  to your résumé.

After you apply:

  1. Meet with a Student Success Coach for résumé review. Please note that final résumé rubric points are at the discretion of Student Success Coach.

  2. Attend a Internship Interview Preparation webinar.

NOTE: If you would like to submit an updated résumé before the internship deadline, please email studentcoach@kpu.ca. Do not resubmit your application. 

Deadline to submit applications are listed under Program Timelines. Internship cohorts start every mid-January, mid-May, and mid-September and students are asked to apply 4 months in advance of the next cohort start date.

Any questions on your mind? Want to know more about the Melville Business Strategy Internship Program? Email us at studentcoach@kpu.ca

 

Please carefully consider the skills you have and check all the boxes that apply:
NOTE: The work schedule is determined through a mutual agreement between the industry partner and the intern. Students are initially vetted with the expectation that they will work part-time. For further details, please refer to MBSI eligibility criteria here: https://www.kpu.ca/melville/internships/info
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NOTE: Please find a copy of the rubric here: https://www.kpu.ca/sites/default/files/MBSI%20-%20Resume%20Rubric.pdf


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5 MB limit.
Allowed types: pdf.

NOTE: Please find a copy of the COI Declaration here: https://www.kpu.ca/sites/default/files/Conflict%20of%20Interest%20%28COI%29%20Declaration.pdf. The signed COI Declaration will be valid only for the current MBSI cohort. For any future cohorts, a new COI Declaration will be required.


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5 MB limit.
Allowed types: pdf.
Please select the internship start date that you are applying for
Applications have closed for Spring 2026, we are now accepting applications for Summer 2026.

Each student application will be reviewed independently to provide the best accommodation possible. Our Work-Integrated Learning Coordinator and Student Success Coaches will reach out to you by email if we have any questions.