The Summer Studentship in Forensic Psychiatry is an 8-week program that gives first year University of Toronto medical students both research and clinical experience in forensic psychiatry, with the aim of gaining exposure to the field and learning more about the Social Determinants of Health. Students are paired with a staff forensic psychiatrist and/or a clinical researcher at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and will have the opportunity to embark on a scholarly project in the field of forensic psychiatry. In the process, students will also have the opportunity to join their supervisor and other clinicians in the assessment and treatment of clients with serious mental illness and legal involvement in secure, correctional and community settings, as well as to observe the provision of testimony in hearings.
All first year students with an interest in research and psychiatry are encouraged to apply. There are 6 positions available this year. This year's projects will be shared after applications are received.
Please see below for further details. The application deadline is January 30, 2026, by 11:59 pm EST.
Program components
Participation in or completion of a Research, QI project or other academic project.
Presenting your work at the monthly Forensic Forum.
Gain clinical exposure for up to 1 day/wk.
Engage in teaching sessions regarding research and forensic psychiatry.
Important Dates
January 30, 2026, by 11:59 pm EST: Applications due from interested Medical Students (apply now!).
February 20, 2026: Interviews are conducted virtually and will be completed.
March 1, 2026: Final Selections for studentships announced.
Remuneration
• Each studentship is associated with a $5,000 remuneration paid as a salary by the department (before deductions).
