MFin Internship Overview
Message from Master of Finance Director, Yuriy Zabolotnyuk
The Sprott Master of Finance (MFin) is a powerful combination of finance and data analysis specifically designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills demanded by leading companies around the world.
“Employers have been asking for this and we’re ready to deliver.” said MFin Program Director and Finance Professor Yuriy Zabolotnyuk. “Students interested in careers in Finance now have the opportunity to learn the most up-to-date financial knowledge and data analysis skills required by the industry.”
MFin Internship (FINA 5599)
The MFin internship is a 1.0 credit program requirement* and is designed to ensure students apply their financial course learning in a practical setting. The internship provides valuable experience, further preparing graduates for a successful career in fields such as investment analysis, investment management, risk management, sustainable finance, ESG and applied data analysis.
Students are well prepared academically for the CFA designation and can pursue all three Levels of the exam either during or shortly after they graduate.
*Students can apply for an exemption from the internship if they have a minimum of two years full-time professional finance experience. Experience will be evaluated and verified by the Sprott School of Business before an exemption will be provided. Any exemptions will take place once students are in-program.
How It Works
- Full-time students enroll in FINA 5599 during the fall term following their final summer term of full-time study
- A minimum of 480 hours (equivalent to 14 weeks @ 7 hours per day) is required. Please note that this is the minimum requirement.
- Students seeking help to secure an internship must schedule resume and cover letter appointments and conduct at least one mock interview before interviews.
- Internship positions will be posted to the mySuccess portal beginning in early May.
- While the MFin office provides many resources for students to be successful, it is ultimately the student’s responsibility to secure an internship position that meets the eligibility requirements
Please note, students may opt to seek a position using their own network/job search. Approval of the position must be obtained from the MFin Office.
International students must apply for a co-op work permit (no fee) and a Social Insurance Number. A letter from the MFin Office will be provided in support of this application. Information on the application process can be found through Carleton’s International Student Services Office (ISSO).
Compensation
In Ontario, mandatory internships have flexibility with regards to compensation. The vast majority of our students secure paid positions however some students have benefited from unpaid experiences with non-profit organizations.
MFin Career Services
We provide a variety of services tailored to MFin students to ensure they are confident and well prepared for a successful employment search, interview process and career transition.
Our services include:
- Job postings for MFin internships and career opportunities
- One-on-one employment/career advising sessions
- Targeted resume and cover letter review
- Mock interviews
- Employment search workshops
- Access to Sprott’s career web portal to view/apply to job postings
- Employer/student networking events
If you have any questions regarding the internship, please contact gradcareers@sprott.carleton.ca .