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The CIUSSS Centre-Ouest-de-l’Île de Montréal, in partnership with the HABILITAS Foundation, is offering a research internship to a young adult with a disability. The intern will work with Frédérique Poncet, a researcher at the Lethbridge-Layton-Mackay Rehabilitation Center (CRLM) and affiliated with the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation of Greater Montreal (CRIR). 

Through this internship, the intern will gain valuable professional experience while immersed in a research environment.   

The student will join a multidisciplinary team (occupational therapists, psychologist, students, etc.).

The ultimate goal of the research project is to create a collection of inclusive solutions (in paper and digital formats) to support meal preparation and daily autonomy for people with cognitive and physical impairments, such as neurodegenerative diseases, long COVID or acquired brain injury (ABI).

Focus groups with people living with neurodegenerative diseases have helped identify their needs in relation to meal preparation. Participants highlighted the fact that there is no ‘guide’ to help them adapt their daily lives; they noted that existing solutions are scattered, hard to access, and require considerable effort to gather.

Under the supervision of the researcher and her team, the intern will be responsible for:

• Attending team meetings and contributing to discussions
• Documenting solutions proposed by users
• Participating in the creation of interviews with the research team
• Preparing and organizing interview logistics
• Participating in interview analysis
• Contributing to drafting a mini-specifications document for the co-creation of the solution collection for meal preparation (involves a writing phase)

Working environment: 

• Internship starting April 2026 (or later), for a maximum of 6 months
• Salary based on previous experience and education
• On-site work at CRLLM
• Flexible schedule of about 14 hours/week over 4 months

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is a student aged 18 or older
• Lives with a physical disability
• Has completed or is pursuing post-secondary studies (a university degree is an asset)
• Has excellent use of spoken and written French; English is an asset
• Can use computer equipment, software, and Microsoft Office tools
• Has knowledge of digital tools, such as the use of digital cameras, image processing and digital solutions, and the creation of a portfolio, is a significant advantage
• Has knowledge of design applications (e.g., Canva, Lightroom) is an asset
• Enjoys teamwork, is organized, resourceful, and curious
• Is ready to take on new challenges

Criteria:

• This internship is intended as a first-time experience in research

Those interested in joining our team are invited to send:

• A short cover letter
• A curriculum vitae by email

to Marie-Nadine Lamontagne, Project Coordinator, marie-nadine.lamontagne.ccomtl@ssss.gouv.qc.ca

Application deadline: March 31st, 2026

Interviews will take place from April 13th to 17th, 2026