The McGill Job Shadowing Program provides students with the opportunity to explore their interests by accompanying a McGill alumni to work in March.
Join the community of McGill alumni who are helping talented students discover their passions. Hosting a student at your place of work will provide them with invaluable insights and hands-on experience.
The McGill Job Shadowing Program is organized by the McGill Alumni Association (MAA) and McGill Career Planning Service (CaPS).
Who Can Participate?
To provide students with a rich and fulfilling experience, we’re looking for alumni based in Montreal for this in-person experience. The program is applicable to a wide range of fields, from information technology to non-profit management to the pharmaceutical industry, and more.
For students interested in participating in the McGill Job Shadowing Program, learn more here.
How Does It Work?
- Becoming a job shadow host is simple and requires minimal time commitment. Here’s what you need to do: Complete a short application form: let us know if you’re willing to host a student for a half-day, a full day or an entire week.
- Get job shadow-ready: speak to your human resources department to ensure you are able to host students and confirm if any paperwork is required.
- Get matched with a McGill student: our team will identify a student whose interests are aligned with your work. Please confirm that you are still able to participate.
- Review the Job Shadowing Program Toolkit: get helpful tips and suggested activities to ensure a rewarding experience.
Important Dates
- Application deadline: February 4, 2024.
- Confirmation of host participation: If you are no longer able to participate in the program, please email us no later than February 11, 2024.
- Job shadow match notification: If there is a match, you will be notified by email by February 29, 2024.
- Program dates: March 4-29, 2024.