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Frequently Asked Questions
How did eMi Canada begin?
Steve Ulrich, a Canadian, had been ministering with Engineering Ministries International in Colorado Springs. In 2002, he returned to Canada to open the eMi Canada office to better mobilize Canadian volunteers. Since then, we've had interns from Canada, from the US, and from as far away as Korea.
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Why should I consider an Internship at eMi Canada?
So often, engineering and architecture skills seem to do nothing but help the rich get richer. But all of us have skills that can be used to serve God and serve the poor. For those with engineering or architectural abilities, an internship with eMi Canada is a great way to do just that, while at the same time gaining valuable experience and actually joining a project team to a developing country.
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Will I be paid?
No. Designers serve with eMi Canada on a purely volunteer basis. Each intern, staff and volunteer is asked to raise support from friends and family to cover the cost of the trip. This is a great way to get even more people involved in missions. Don't worry if it sounds challenging. We will guide you through the process.
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What is Calgary like and where would I be living?
Calgary is a city of 1 million people located in western Canada, one hour east of the beautiful Rocky Mountains. You will have the opportunity to do some of the many exciting outdoor activities in and around Calgary, like hiking, skiing, biking, caving, tubing or kayaking down rivers. Our office is located in a quiet area 20 minutes from downtown, near the university. From the office, there are good direct transit routes to downtown, shopping, and probably to the place where you will be living. Most interns live with families in the area. We can connect you up with a family, or if you know of someone in Calgary, you are welcome to stay with them.
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What is working in the office like?
Daily working hours are 8:30 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday. Interns fill just about every conceivable role in addition to working within their field of study. Your primary task, though, is to produce the final report for the project you participate in. A majority of the office work is architecture / engineering related, so interns spend most of their time designing and working in AutoCAD. Technical guidance will come from the staff and volunteers that go on your project trip. The project leader for your trip will be your primary technical guide for work in the developing world.
You are strongly encouraged to volunteer in a local ministry. The options are limitless, but have included a soup kitchen, worship team at a local church, helping out at a seniors centre, or watching children of staff members so they can go out for an evening.
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What about when I am not working?
Tubing down the Bow River, going to a hockey or football game, hiking or skiing at Kananaskis or Banff, barbeques with the staff, joining a local college Bible study, biking on the endless trails along the river, or just hanging out with the other interns or staff can fill your non-work hours.
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How much will it cost me?
Costs vary, depending on the length of your internship, your project trip destination, and your accomodations, but most interns to the eMi Canada office can expect to need to raise $4500-$7000. These costs include tuition, travel expenses for your project trip, and room and board, but not immunizations, passport, visa, or travel to and from Calgary. You'll receive a final cost during the application process.
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What are the deadlines?
For a fall internship (mid-August to mid-December), applications are due by the end of March. For a spring internship (January to April), applications are due by the end of September. For a summer internship (mid May to mid August), applications are due by the end of January.
How do I apply?
Glad you asked! Simply download an application and email it to info@emicanda.org
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