Employers and Community Partners
Why hire a Humanities student? Our students develop valuable skills through our innovative and industry-leading academic programs.
Some of these skills include the ability to:
- Think critically and solve problems
- Communicate effectively and comprehend information presented in a variety of formats
- Manage data using appropriate technology and information systems
- Work with others to achieve goals
- Manage projects in a timely and organized manner
- Work well under pressure
- Demonstrate adaptability and respond constructively to change
- Use a variety of modern technologies
If these are the skills your business needs, read on to find out how to hire a McMaster Humanities student.
Humanities Career Information at a Glance
55%
of business leaders are arts grads157%
of senior leaders today value soft skills over hard skills2
30
countries senior leaders are arts grads3
How To Hire A Student
Internships: Find motivated and skilled undergraduate students for 4- to 16-month, part-time or full-time, internship employment.
Short-term or summer placements: If you have an opportunity that does not meet our criteria for full-time internships, reach out to us directly to discover how we can support your hiring needs.
Email: hmcareer@mcmaster.ca
The caliber of intern from McMaster University far exceeded our expectations. This is a wonderful program that provides an opportunity for employment for recent graduates in Hamilton.
— Margaret Martin Vice President, General Manager, Enterprise Canada
Campus Recruitment & Engagement
If you are interested in engaging with Humanities students at McMaster University, we offer several ways to get involved. Get to know our students, build your brand on-campus, and secure your McMaster talent well before graduation day.
Career Fairs
Classroom-to-Career Talks (Alumni / Employer)
Frequently Asked Questions
GO BACKWhat programs are available in the Faculty of Humanities?
The Faculty of Humanities offers 16 programs and several certificates/minors:
- Art History
- iArts
- Classics
- Cognitive Science of Language
- Communication Studies
- English & Cultural Studies
- French
- History
- Justice, Political Philosophy and Law
- Linguistics
- Media Arts
- Music
- Music Cognition
- Global Peace & Social Justice
- Philosophy
- Studio Art
- Theatre & Film Studies
GO BACKWhat kind of jobs are Humanities students eligible for?
Students in the Faculty of Humanities develop a breadth of essential and transferable skills through their academic work and co-curricular activities, which makes them highly competent in a range of industries. In addition to gaining a knowledge base in their chosen subject area, Humanities students develop strong competencies in the following foundational skill areas:
- Critical thinking
- Written and oral communication
- Reading comprehension and argumentation
- Social perceptiveness
- Cultural awareness and diversity
- Active listening
- Complex problem–solving, decision-making, and judgement
- Emotional intelligence
- Leadership
- “Big picture” thinking
Check out our SKILL AND CAREER OPTIONS BY DEPARTMENT AND PROGRAM page for a detailed analysis of why you should hire a Humanities student.
GO BACKWhen can I hire a Humanities student?
Students can begin an internship in Fall (September), Winter (January), or Spring (May). Humanities internships are paid, part-time or full-time work terms of 4, 8, 12 or 16 consecutive months in duration.
GO BACKCan my work opportunity be unpaid?
No, all internship and work experiences facilitated through the Faculty of Humanities must be paid.
See more information on our INTERNSHIP page.
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1280 Main Street West, Rm 107
Hamilton, ON L8S 4L9
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