Krembil Centre
Outreach

• Five successful years of connecting top graduate students with signature host sites.
• Annual placements at outstanding healthcare organizations such as Apotex, Sinai Health Foundation, Circle of Care, and Chartwell Retirement Residences.
• Interns have worked on high-impact projects in areas such as donor engagement, memory care innovation, healthcare consulting, and community care operations.
• Positive outcomes for both students and hosts – with multiple interns securing full-time offers following their placements.
• Each intern received $15,000 as Krembil Award along with stipends from the host sites.

The recruitment process for the Krembil Public Healthcare Internship Program is highly competitive and rigorous, ensuring that only the most qualified candidates are selected. In collaboration with Schulich’s Centre for Career Design, students from the MBA–HIMS and MHIA programs are invited to apply through Schulich’s career portal.

The process begins with a screening round based on resumes and application materials, where candidates are assessed on academic performance, healthcare-related experience, and extracurricular involvement. Shortlisted applicants then proceed to two rounds of interviews—the first conducted by a selection committee chaired by Prof. Joseph Mapa, and the second by the respective host site organizations. This thorough approach guarantees that interns not only excel academically but also demonstrate the professionalism, adaptability, and leadership qualities essential to succeed in dynamic healthcare environments.

Building on its success, the program has now expanded to support 10 interns annually. This growth is made possible through strengthened partnerships across the healthcare sector, ensuring a broader reach and impact.

Interns benefit from:

• $17,500 Krembil award each plus host-site stipends (optional).
• Direct mentorship from healthcare leaders.
• Exposure to diverse healthcare sectors including pharmaceuticals, philanthropy, long-term care, and community services.

• Skill Development: Strategic thinking, problem-solving, communication, and project management.
• Career Advancement: Many interns transition into full-time leadership-track roles post-program.
• Sector Contribution: Host organizations benefit from fresh insights, research, and actionable strategies developed by interns.

With its expanded scope, the Krembil Public Healthcare Internship Program continues to invest in the next generation of healthcare leaders, preparing them to innovate, lead, and strengthen health systems in Canada and beyond.

Dear Members of the Schulich Community,

We are proud to share a landmark moment in the history of the Schulich School of
Business — the announcement of a transformational $10 million gift from the Krembil
Foundation, one of the largest philanthropic contributions the school has ever received.

This historic gift represents a powerful investment in the future of business education and
healthcare leadership. It will endow the Robert Krembil Scholarship of Merit, strengthen
the Robert Krembil Scholars of Excellence Program, and further build on the work of the
Krembil Centre for Health Management & Leadership. Through expanded scholarships,
enhanced experiential learning opportunities, renewed leadership support, and public
healthcare internships, this contribution will have a lasting impact for generations to
come.

In this video, you’ll hear from Robert Krembil, Schulich leadership, alumni, and students as
they reflect on the significance of this gift and its role in advancing innovation, research,
and leadership at the intersection of business and healthcare.
We invite you to watch the announcement video to learn more about how the Krembil
Foundation’s generosity is shaping the future of Schulich and reinforcing our commitment
to excellence, impact, and global leadership.

Dear Members of the Schulich Community,

Following the announcement of the Krembil Foundation’s transformative $10 million gift,
we gathered for a special evening to celebrate this extraordinary milestone together as a
community.

This celebratory event brought together students, alumni, faculty, staff, donors, and
distinguished guests to reflect on the impact of philanthropy and to express our collective
gratitude to the Krembil Foundation. The evening featured reflections from York University
and Schulich leadership, representatives of the Krembil Foundation, and members of our
community, highlighting what this remarkable gift means for current students and future
leaders alike.

The video captures moments from the celebration — from heartfelt remarks to meaningful
connections — showcasing the spirit of collaboration and shared purpose that defines the
Schulich community.

We invite you to watch this video to experience highlights from the evening and to join us in
celebrating the generosity, vision, and lasting legacy of the Krembil Foundation.