What you need to know

The ATE program is a collaborative approach to training. Alternating between study cycles and work cycles students enhance their education by gaining practical, relevant experience.

Benefits to the Employer

Hosting a student requires work on the part of the employer. What benefits do employers receive through hosting a student?

• Tax credit for the student’s wage and the supervisor’s wage
• Interns can bring new ideas to a team
• Your input will help ensure students learn in-demand skills

Participation Guidelines

• Internships must be full-time (minimum of 28 hours a week)
• Interns must be paid
• For the 2020 Summer practicum the employment period must be at least 140 hours over 4 weeks.