Works to Work

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

If you are eligible to work in Canada, you are eligible for the Works to Work internship. However, some placements that become available are supported by government grants with different eligibility requirements. The majority of hires are under 30 years old as of May 1, and Canadian citizens.
To be eligible to participate in the internship, you must be eligible to work in Canada.
Some placements in The Works to Work Internship are funded by grants that prioritizes applicants between the ages of 15 and 30. This information will not negatively affect your application, as we also hire applicants who are 30+ when there is a strong fit.
No. The internship is a full-time, in-person position (30–40 hours per week) starting in May, which typically overlaps with school hours.
Yes. We welcome applicants from across Canada each year. Please note that we are unable to provide accommodations or relocation support.
No. The Works to Work Internship is an in-person position based in Edmonton, Alberta, due to the hands-on nature of the work.
Yes. Please indicate this in your cover letter and email education@theworks.ab.ca after submitting your application to ensure that co-op or practicum deadlines are met.

Yes! While we look for experience related to the specific stream you are applying for, we also look for individuals who are eager to learn and grow, have a desire for new experiences, and bring additional knowledge and perspectives to the team.
Yes. Applying to or being selected as a festival artist does not decrease your chances of being hired as a Works to Work (W2W) intern. If selected for both, this would involve an increased workload, as you would be balancing full-time internship responsibilities with your role as a festival artist.

Yes. The application allows you to select up to two streams. If you would like to be considered for additional streams, please indicate this in your cover letter.
Please do not resubmit your application. If you need to make a correction or update after submitting, email education@theworks.ab.ca, and we will add a note to your application.
Yes! We encourage previous interns interested in participating in the program again to apply. Many interns return for multiple years and are sometimes recommended for progression into coordinator or supervisor roles. Returning interns must still apply through our application form, provide their most up-to-date résumé and cover letter, and, if selected, be available for an interview. We take into account any professional development and growth since your previous internship; however, re-hiring is not guaranteed due to factors that change year to year.

In a typical year, we hire a minimum of nine assistant interns: five in the production stream, one in the curatorial stream, one in the volunteer administration stream, and two to work with the marketing and communications team. This number may change depending on funding and festival needs.
Applicants selected for an interview will be notified in mid to late March, after the application period closes. The Works receives over 200 applications annually, all of which are carefully reviewed by staff. Hiring decisions are also dependent on grant funding, which is typically confirmed in April. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants will be notified once recruitment is complete.

If you are not selected, volunteering with The Works is a great way to gain behind-the-scenes festival experience and strengthen your résumé. We also encourage applicants to apply again in future years. You can also sign up for our newsletter to receive updates on opportunities at The Works.
Applicants selected for an interview will be notified in mid to late March, after the application period closes. The Works receives over 200 applications annually, all of which are carefully reviewed by staff. Hiring decisions are also dependent on grant funding, which is typically confirmed in April. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants will be notified once recruitment is complete.