iPRAKTIKUM × CGCIC: Paid Internship (Communications & PR), deadline Oct. 7

Use your German in a real-world, professional setting — right here in Toronto.

The iPRAKTIKUM team has partnered with the Canadian German Chamber of Industry and Commerce (CGCIC) to offer a paid, part-time internship in Communications & PR. Build your portfolio, grow your network, and contribute to German-Canadian business relations while you study.

The CGCIC strengthens economic ties between Canada and Germany through tailored services, networking events, and strategic initiatives. The Toronto team (20+ staff) works in a dynamic, multicultural environment. Work is hybrid (Toronto-based).

• Manage and create content for CGCIC’s LinkedIn channel
• Create visual assets & short videos (e.g., Canva)
• Support CGCIC’s monthly newsletter (content & basic data management)
• Maintain and update website content (incl. SEO basics)
• Draft presentations, speeches, and marketing materials
• Contribute to video production/editing projects
• Support corporate communications across platforms

• Fluency in English and proficiency in German (written & spoken); French is an asset
• Experience or strong interest in marketing/PR/communications
• Clear writing and confident communication style
• Some experience with social media and graphic design is a plus
• Reliable, professional, and organised; interest in German-Canadian relations

• 3–4 months, approximately 6 hours/week (hybrid)
• Paid opportunity
• Start date: As soon as possible (to be arranged with CGCIC and iPRAKTIKUM)

• Open to U of T undergraduates enrolled in German courses
• Completion of GER 300 or comparable German skills strongly preferred
• Must be eligible to work in Canada for at least six months

Email iPRAKTIKUM@utoronto.ca with the subject line “CGCIC application 2025”. Please include:

1. Statement of interest (brief: why you, why this role, your availability)
2. CV
3. UofT transcript (unofficial is fine)
4. Contact information for at least one U of T instructor who has agreed to support your application

Questions? The iPRAKTIKUM team offers pre-placement guidance, on-placement support, and post-internship follow-up.