Summer Studentship
There is high demand for new Rheumatologists in Canada. The CRAF Summer Studentship Programs are an excellent way for Canadian students (citizens or permanent residents) registered in a medical school to gain experience and interest in this important sub-specialty. Each student can apply for both the clinical and research studentships but can only accept one studentship if both applications are successful.
CRAF Clinical Studentship
This experiential program selects students to shadow a CRA Member Rheumatologist in a clinical setting.
“My pediatric rheumatology elective was an incredible experience and an excellent introduction to clinical practice ahead of clerkship. It also provided an invaluable opportunity to familiarize myself with the province’s EMR system, Connect Care, which was immensely helpful before starting Clerkship. The UofA pediatric rheumatology team were outstanding educators, and their guidance significantly boosted my confidence in performing MSK exams—a skill I felt was underdeveloped during pre-clerkship due to the limitations of Zoom-based learning. I cannot recommend this program enough!”
Katie Caldwell, 2023
CRAF Research Studentship
This program is an introduction to the sub-specialty of rheumatology, connecting students with a CRA member for a rheumatology-based research project.
“The CRA Summer Studentship Program is an incredibly opportunity for anyone thinking about a career in Rheumatology as well as anyone that has had limited exposure to Rheumatology. This experience was a highlight of my summer!”
2023 Summer Studentship Participant
Disclaimer: The availability of this program is subject to receiving external funding.