Is the program open to distance learning student graduates?
Yes, being a distance learning student does not exclude you from the program. If employers wish to facilitate phone appointments or skype interviews, this will be at their discretion. Most employers we have found are willing to be flexible.
Is program open to students that graduated this past Fall?
For this year, we will accept student applications from those that are graduating with an undergraduate Faculty of Arts and Science degree with a major in the Liberal Arts, Social Sciences, or Humanities during the 2024-2025 academic year.
Does this program include all university programs, including 'direct entry' or just BA / BSc - for instance, could Fine Arts or BMus or KINE do this?
The program is focused on students in the liberal arts, humanities, social sciences programs and therefore open to students studying Arts, Fine Arts or BMus. Students graduating with a BSc. will not be considered at this time.
Is there a fee to apply?
No.
Where do students apply?
Please sign in to your MyCareer account and select the Queen’s Career Apprenticeship: Kingston (QCA: K) module. Please review the application details as described in each job posting.
Will this show on their transcripts and/or diploma?
No.
If I have completed the QUIP program, may I apply for this program?
Yes, this is an additional opportunity after graduation.
Is this an apprenticeship program like a trades apprenticeship?
This program is a learning opportunity, just as trades apprenticeships are, but this is a unique program designed for new university graduates to accelerate their first year employed post-graduation.
What other important information should I know before submitting an application?
All candidates must be eligible for full-time employment in Canada at the time of submitting their application.
