Overview Support CASIPA's institutional outreach efforts by researching potential partners, drafting professional engagement communications, and helping develop the Canada-Africa innovation corridor. This role is for individuals with robust research and relationship-building instincts.

About This Role

As the Innovation Partnerships and Global Engagement Intern, you will work directly with the CASIPA leadership team to identify, research, and engage strategic partners across Canada and Africa. You will be responsible for mapping the institutional landscape, preparing outreach materials, and supporting the development of CASIPA's bilateral partnership pipeline. This is not a passive role.

You will be expected to take ownership of assigned research tasks, produce structured outputs, and communicate your progress proactively. If you are interested in international innovation, bilateral institutions, and want to contribute to something that matters, this is your opportunity.

Key Responsibilities Research and map innovation hubs, universities, accelerators, and institutions relevant to CASIPA's mandate

Draft professional outreach emails and partnership inquiry communications

Maintain and update CASIPA's partnership pipeline and institutional contact database

Support the preparation of partnership decks, briefing documents, and engagement materials

Coordinate scheduling and logistics for institutional meetings and bilateral exchanges

Monitor global innovation ecosystem news relevant to Canada-Africa partnerships





Contribute to CASIPA's partnership strategy documentation Required Skills Strong written communication Research and synthesis ability Professional email drafting Attention to detail Self-directed and initiative-oriented Interest in international development, innovation, or diplomacy Preferred Qualifications Background in international relations, public policy, business, or related field Prior experience in outreach, research, or institutional coordination Familiarity with African innovation ecosystems or Canadian innovation institutions Experience using CRM tools or partnership tracking systems What You'll Gain You will build a real portfolio of institutional partnership work, develop professional outreach skills, and gain deep exposure to the Canada-Africa innovation landscape. You will be connected to CASIPA's network of founders, investors, researchers, and institutional partners. This experience is directly applicable to careers in international organizations, innovation institutions, development finance, and bilateral policy.

Selection Process

Application review by CASIPA team 2. Pre-screen conversation (15 to 20 minutes) 3. Role-specific task or document review 4. Final interview with CASIPA leadership 5. Offer and onboarding Eligibility Open to students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals with demonstrated interest in Canada-Africa innovation, bilateral partnerships, or institutional outreach. Remote participation accepted. Applicants from Canada and Africa are strongly encouraged to apply.

📌 Innovation Partnerships and Global Engagement Intern (Toronto)
🏢 CASIPA | Canada-Africa Strategic Innovation Partnership Alliance
📍 Toronto