The dietetic internship program
The graduate internship program is a competency-based program with four positions available each year. The program begins in early October and continues for approximately 44 weeks.

About the program:
Interns will:

• Complete rotations in clinical (20 weeks); community (5 weeks), and administrative (7 weeks) settings;
• Receive experience in diabetes and renal care and can request rotations in the following additional areas: medicine, surgery, oncology, pediatrics, ICU, complex continuing care/rehab and mental health;
• Complete a practice-based research project (3 weeks);
• Choose a two-week elective in any area of dietetics of interest; and
• Be given the opportunity to cover staff vacations at the conclusion of the internship program.

 Why choose Grand River Hospital?

• We are one of the largest community hospitals in Ontario with more than 550 beds.
• Our childbirth and renal programs are among some of the largest in Ontario.
• We offer a team focused work environment (people will know your name).
• Preceptors are committed to this program.
• You will have access to an office, computers, and library.
• Most rotations are at one site, but you will have many opportunities to make connections outside the hospital.
  

Strong consideration will be given to applicants who possess the following;

• Good academic standing (minimum average 70% over the last three years of university, 75% average in advanced dietetics-related courses),
• Strong references,
• Passion for the profession and enthusiasm for learning,
• Strong critical thinking skills,
• Well-developed communication skills,
• Dependable and responsible, and/or
• Organization and time management skills.
  

Selected applicants will be asked to participate in multiple mini-interviews at the end of February.