Internships in First Nations and Inuit Communities
Enrich your medical training!
Internships in First Nations and Inuit communities and organizations in Quebec are available to all preclinical medical students who attend these universities (Indigenous and non-Indigenous but with priority to Indigenous people):
Over a period of four weeks during the summer, these mentored internships aim to enable the development of the clinical competence and cultural awareness of future physicians in Quebec.
Unique Experience and Change of Scenery
- Broaden your horizons and meet people with a wealth of diversity.
- Develop adaptation skills and make the most of learning that will make you a more aware and committed healthcare professional.
Cultural and Social Immersion
- Discover unknown realities and let yourself be amazed by new cultures.
- Network with future colleagues in First Nations and Inuit communities and organizations.
Stimulating and Rewarding Challenge
- Learn to work in a multidisciplinary context and develop your professional competencies in interpersonal and intercultural communication.
- Expand your horizons on an adventure that will allow you to grow both personally as well as professionally.
Other Benefits
- Credited internships (as appropriate)
- Allowances and grants to cover travel, accommodation and living expenses.
- A 3-hour pre-departure training session to familiarize the intern with the chosen practicum setting.
- Support provided by the QFNIFMP Coordinator before, during and after the internship.
An Internship in a First Nations or Inuit Community Involves:
More than 20 different internships environments
Fifteen First Nations and Inuit communities and organizations in Quebec
Opportunities across Quebec

“There is too much to say. I have created so many memories about the people I have met, the clinic, exceptional nurses and dedicated physicians. About the land. About the caribou, both alive and on my plate. Endless nights. I’ve seen so much, so many wonderful things.”
Anne-Sophie Lê, intern, summer 2019, Université de Montréal
Interested?
Contact the faculty advisor and submit your application:
To become a practicum setting and host an intern in your community or organization, contact the QFNIFMP Coordinator at (418) 842 1540 or at info@cssspnql.com.