Click on the links below to read testimonials students wrote about their experiences.
"My internship as a copywriter with Osborne Holdings was an enriching and incredible learning experience. Over the ten weeks of this program, I gained an enhanced appreciation for the value of the strong oral and written communication skills that SASAH fosters. This experience enabled me to channel my creativity and passion for writing into tangible, real-world applications. From crafting engaging LinkedIn posts to developing blog content, I discovered how to transform my academic training into practical skills."
"Working as a Social Media Ambassador for the STEAM Education Centre was a delightful and informative dive into the content-creating world! With constant support and guidance, I learned and grew my skills, established lasting connections, and increased my understanding of the real-world industry."
"I will forever cherish the memories I have made and lessons I’ve learnt as a teacher’s aide. I helped with day-to-day tasks in the classroom such as conducting a reading comprehension activity and supporting students with subjects like math and language. I have made many good connections with staff and students, who have impacted me personally and my future career plans."
"Interning for Yesterday gave me great insight into the work that goes into influencer brand partnerships. I feel so grateful to have learnt skills like negotiation directly from the founder Kristen who is such an organized and uplifting female entrepreneur. I also loved being able to use my creativity and sense of humour to create content for Yesterday’s socials."
"Working at the Business Library gave me so many new experiences that I will be able to apply to my (hopefully) long career working in different libraries. I had so much fun and would definitely recommend working as a student at one of Western Libraries and Affiliates!"
"Working as a teaching assistant at Chippewa Public Elementary School has granted me highly applicable professional skills, such as communication skills, empathetic skills, and organizational planning skills that may assist me in future educationally focused career. I am grateful for the mentorship I received, and for the experience opportunity overall."
"My name is Kenzie Kilmer, and I completed an internship in Jayna Basson’s Grade 7/8 ECO classroom at Kettle Creek Public School. This is the only environmentally focused class in all of TVDSB and has achieved platinum status for the past seven years. With the help of several donors and the hard work of Jayna’s students in the past seven years, this class has planted a forest on the pier of Lake Erie in Port Stanley!"
"My time at ABC Montessori has been a fruitful experience, a journey alongside wonderful students and teachers within this welcoming and warm space. This opportunity has given me a better understanding of the needs of different students and the different skills you require to be a good educator."
"At LIFE*SPIN, I gained clarity about my career path while contributing to meaningful work. The Free Store tested my people skills and adaptability, while a research project expanded my writing expertise. Though challenges arose, including a major loss of work, this internship taught me invaluable lessons about purpose, fulfillment, and future aspirations."
"As an Education Intern at the Grand Theatre, I was given the opportunity to take on both individual and collaborative assignments allowing me to implement many of the skills that I learned there and from SASAH. Being such a welcoming environment, the Grand Theatre allowed me to flourish with the support of my supervisor, Breanne Ritchie, and all the other employees in both the office and the front of house."
"I will be forever grateful for my time at Cowley Abbott as an intern. The supportive team fostered both my personal and professional growth, while hands-on projects deepened my understanding of the art industry. I left with invaluable skills, lasting connections, and a newfound confidence in navigating the complexities of the art world!"
"I loved my internship with the Forest City Film Festival! It was a great opportunity to watch and write about some amazing films, connect with professionals in the film industry, and learn about how a film festival works. I highly recommend interning with the FCFF to anyone interested in film!"
"I was a Program Assistant at Investing in Children in the fall semester of my third year. It was an enriching experience as I explored every aspect of the organization’s programming. I learned so much about the educational needs of children in London and what incredible organizations like IIC are doing to support these needs!"
"My experience with Osborne Holdings taught me how to adapt my narrative voice as a ghostwriter. I was able to curate short-form content for LinkedIn and long-form content for an online blog, while essentially taking a crash course in marketing. I will forever be grateful to Oliver Osborne for his passion and mentorship in helping me prepare for the job market."
"As a communications intern at the London Heritage Council, I gained valuable skills and learned to use professional tools that will be useful for similar future roles. I am fortunate for the experiential learning experience provided by SASAH, and I look forward to exciting future opportunities that await."
"I had an incredible time working with the TD Customer Experience & Insights team. While supporting TD’s behavioural and marketing research, I honed my personal skills and gained valuable mentorship and professional connections. I was unfamiliar with the corporate world before this internship, but I couldn’t have asked for a better experience!"
