Global Internship Program

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I apply if I am a postgraduate Student?

Students enrolled in a postgraduate coursework program (JD or LLM by coursework) (both full-time and part-time) are eligible to apply for the United Nations Global Compact, International Commission of Jurists, Amazon Defense Coalition, International Women's Rights Action Watch.  These students do not need to be enrolled full-time but must have at least one unit left to complete in their degree after they would finish the internship.

Can I a pply if I am a JD Student?

Yes, full-time JD students can apply for any of the Global Internships.

Can I apply if I have previously received money from the Student Mobility Fund?

No, the Global Internship Program is only available to those who have not previously received financial support from the SMF.

What if I have applied to the SMF in the past but have been unsuccessful?

That is fine. You are eligible to apply for a Global Internship.

Can I also Apply for Equity Funding?

Yes, in addition to SMF funding and the Besen Scholarship, you may apply for an equity scholarship if you fit into one of the six categories. Equity scholarships are not administered by the Castan Centre or the law faculty.  You must apply for them yourself.  Click here for details.

Can I apply if I have previously been a Castan Centre Global Intern?

No. In that case, you will have already received SMF funding.

Can I apply for a Global Internship if I have previously been an Aurora Intern?

It depends. If you received SMF funds for your Aurora internship, you will not be eligible for a Global Internship. If you did not receive SMF funds for your Aurora internship then you can apply for a Global Internship.

Is Reprieve part of the Global Internships Program?

No. The Reprieve program was set up in collaboration with the Castan Centre but it is run by Reprieve and applications go directly to them.

Can I apply for a Global Internship if I have previously been a Reprieve Intern?

You cannot apply for a Global Internship if you have received SMF funds. Thus, if you received SMF funds for your Reprieve internship, you will not be eligible for a Global Internship. If you did not receive SMF funds for your Reprieve internship then you can apply for a Global Internship.


Can I apply if I have previously been a Castan Centre In-House Intern?

Yes. The programs are entirely separate.

How many internships may I apply for?

You may apply for a maximum of three internships.

Do I have to attend the Information Session if I want to apply for an internship?

No.  The session is optional, but it is a good opportunity for you to learn more about the internships and to ask any questions you might have. 

I am an international student.  Can I apply for a Global Internship?

You may apply for those internships which fall between the academic years (Human Rights First, Global Compact, IWRAW-AP, International Commission of Jurists, Amazon Defense Coalition and Oxfam Australia).  Because international students cannot defer studies, they may not apply for internships which fall during semester. 

Do I get course credit for completing a Global Internship?

Not automatically, however you may choose to do the research subject (LAW4173 or LAW4174).  This is the equivalent of one unit and requires you to write a research paper on a topic linked to your internship.  You must locate your own supervisor for this. 

Can I defer my internship?

No.  You must go at the time specified by your host institution, although allowances will be made for your academic schedule.