Types of internships

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We’ll facilitate internships every step of the way, arrange mentoring where possible, and assist interns and their municipal building departments with any issues that may arise.  

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Who should consider an internship? 

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NEWLY HIRED

You’ve recently been hired by a municipality and want to work while pursuing CBCO qualifications.

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CAREER ADVANCER

You work for a municipality, are looking to change jobs and work as a Building Official Intern while pursuing CBCO qualifications.

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JOB SEEKER

You are interested in joining the Building Official profession. This role can help you get your foot in the door of a municipality where you will be able to work as you pursue CBCO qualifications.

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How to enroll in the OBOA Internship program

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• Check that you have met the applicant checklist criteria.

• Fill in the OBOA Intern application form.

• If accepted into the Internship program, get written endorsement of the internship by the Chief Building Official or Municipal clerk is required on Municipal letterhead.

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Which tier is right for you? 

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Municipal Building Departments across Ontario vary considerably in size and management practices. In light of this, the OBOA has devised two separate “Tiers”. Interns may only participate once in each tier, but enrolment in both tiers concurrently will be accepted. Extenuating circumstances will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

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Both internship tiers require the candidate meet the enrolment criteria below.