Learn about the QICSI and Foundry programs and the application process for teams and individuals.

The session will begin with an information and networking session, including light appetizers and refreshments.

The information session will be followed by a tour of SparQ Studios makerspace which will introduce you to the facilities and resources available during the program.

The Queen’s Innovation Centre Summer Initiative (QICSI) offers a valuable opportunity for individuals to start their own business or non-profit or further their current venture while being paid and receiving seed funding. QICSI is a 17-week paid summer internship for enterprising post-secondary students and members of the community with a capacity for creativity, a tolerance for risk and an interest in entrepreneurship, corporate or social innovation. Participants have the opportunity to work in a diverse team with bright individuals from across different faculties, backgrounds and experience levels. Coming into the program, individuals may already have an idea, but it is not necessary. QICSI is for students from all programs (undergraduate and graduate) at Queen's and is open to pre-formed ventures and community ventures.

Itinerary:

5:30PM Welcome and Refreshments

5:45PM Presentation

7:00PM Tour the SparQ Makerspace at Carruthers Hall