Testimonials
Interns
Jacob Tarasofsky | Ottawa Energy Collective, 2021
“The Internship Training Program had a strong emphasis on personal development through goal setting, writing, reading etc. The program showed me how to constantly strive for personal growth in an effective manner. I learned how to more effectively communicate in a remote job, whether that be networking with peers, conflict resolution etc. I became a more proficient writer regarding aspects relevant to the ENGO sector: grant writing, job postings, [and] mission statements.”
Pragya Dawadi | Youth Climate Lab, 2020
“This internship has been incredible for me to understand how nonprofits are organized and increase my awareness of climate issues. Youth Climate Lab is an amazing organization that constantly supports my learning and professional development. I am grateful to have interned in a role in which I am able to use my academic knowledge and skills and one that is meaningfully aligned with my personal values and career goals.”
ana Giovanetti | Canadian Environmental Network, 2020
“The internship exceeded any exception I had. I've grown both personally and professionally in my communications, partnership development, organization and general confidence in myself. “
Employers
Dog and Cranberry Lakes Association | Daryl Neve, 2022
“An internship is an invaluable experience that serves as a great confidence builder in a work setting and situates a recent grad very well for employment in their desired field. Interns often go on to very successful careers. Making an early contribution to their development can be one of the most satisfying aspects of our work as employers.
We have gained extensive opportunities for networking through our involvement with eco-internships and their partners as we went through the hiring, training and orientation processes with our intern.”
Algonquin to Adirondacks | Holly Hayes, 2021
“This is an amazing program and having an intern spend time and get the basic understanding of what it means and takes to work for a non-profit prior to getting to me is so helpful... Great work, great program! Thank you!”
Tucker House Renewal Centre | Marie Veilleux, 2021
“This is definitely a program that benefits non-profit organizations. It allows contact with pre-screened candidates who also have educational backgrounds suited to the various positions. Tucker House relies on this program and hopes to continue to do so for years to come.”
