From governments to not-for-profits to private firms, our MUI students are making an impact. This summer, they’re working across sectors to shape smarter, more inclusive cities. Follow along as we share their stories. #MUIInternshipSeries

Our Program Director, Dr. @TaraVinodrai, delivered inspiring, funny, and thoughtful remarks as Convocation Speaker at yesterday’s @UofT ceremony 🎓. We’re so proud to see her represent the Master of Urban Innovation and @UTM_IMI as graduates stepped into their next chapter!

Mapping #tariffs: Professors @TaraVinodrai & @profchapple recently led a project on potential local impacts to jobs and businesses across #Canada - read more in The Toronto Star: https://t.co/MAPHwtcajS Read the full project @ https://t.co/XWuI6ga7DV @MUI_UofT @UofTCities

Friday marked a milestone for our program- the Internship Exchange! Our 2nd-year students shared their summer internship experiences with staff, faculty, employer hosts, and peers. A true celebration of learning, collaboration, and impact. #MUIInternshipSeries

Out of the classroom & into the City! Touring Brampton's Innovation District ➡️Attending BBOT's Mobility Summit made for an experiential Tuesday for our students. A big thanks to @InvestBrampton + @BramptonBOT for hosting our 1st-year MUI cohort!

What does it look like to spend a summer at the heart of government policy and economic strategy? Today's #MUIInternshipSeries features Tim, who joined the Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation & Trade, where he gained experience supporting Ontario's innovation agenda.

Welcome MUI Class of 2027! It was a memorable week of events including a campus-wide scavenger hunt! We look forward to all this amazing group of students will accomplish over the next two years and beyond. Here's to our next generation of city builders! #mui #utm #uoft

How can cities and universities team up to make transit safer and more inclusive? This week’s #MUIInternshipSeries: Seongcheol’s work on the MiWay Women’s Safety Project with @citymississauga and @CUE_UofT

Through his internship with Urban Alliance on Race Relations, Rameel supported youth-led equity initiatives, from anti-racism campaigns to partnership building. A highlight: meeting Mayor Olivia Chow, a reminder of how community action can shape policy. #MUIInternshipSeries

What does innovation actually look like in city-building? This summer, Michael explored that question as part of the City of Markham’s Strategy & Innovation team, gaining firsthand insight into municipal processes and collaboration. #MUIInternshipSeries

How can shared micro-mobility change the way we move through cities? This summer, Mia supported Mississauga’s Shared Micro-Mobility Program gaining a front-row view of how data, policy & public input drive more connected, sustainable cities. #MUIInternshipSeries

How do governments ensure housing, land use & environmental policies work together for sustainable communities? This summer, #MUI student Lewei is interning with Provincial Planning Policy Unit, within the Ministry of Municipal Affairs & Housing. #MUIInternshipSeries

What does it take to help international entrepreneurs build their futures in a new city? This summer, Kelvin is finding out interning at BHive, supporting the Brampton NEXT program, coordinating events, managing logistics & helping bring big ideas to life #MUIInternshipSeries

How can small businesses grow while staying sustainable? Keanna has been exploring this firsthand as a Marketing Intern. gaining experience in strategy, design, and communication while learning how sustainability can be embedded into everyday operations. #MUIInternshipSeries

How is Toronto’s AI scene changing and what’s driving it? Katya’s work on the Toronto AI Advantage study has taken her from stakeholder outreach to industry events, exploring how the City’s AI cluster is developing and where it could go next. #MUIInternshipSeries

How do global events like U.S. tariffs impact Ontario’s rail system? Kamryn’s co-op at @ONtransport explores this and leads research on AI to address labour shortages in rail- a meaningful step toward a career in public service. #MUIInternshipSeries

How are governments preparing for the future of transportation? John’s policy co-op @ONtransport has him diving into automation, micromobility & licensing reform. He credits his MUI coursework for helping him thrive in a real-world policy setting. #MUIInternshipSeries

How can cities create healthier, more equitable futures? Isabella is exploring that through her research internship, using data to inform public health strategy and support diabetes research all in the city she currently calls home @citymississauga . #MUIInternshipSeries

Meet Ben, an MUI Student Intern at the City of Mississauga! He’s helping create a multicultural media strategy to better reach residents who speak non-official languages. Ben's blending research, outreach, and strategy on his internship with the City.

It’s site visit season for us at MUI. To date, MUI has proudly maintained a 100% paid internship placement rate, thanks to our amazing students, employers & supporters. Stay tuned as we spotlight this year's placements in an upcoming campaign in July!