Human Resources Intern

Experience working in the Ontario Public Service – grow your future.

The OPS is dedicated to recruiting and advancing top talent while building a diverse public service that is reflective of Ontario's population and communities. This exciting opportunity offers recent Indigenous post-secondary graduates the opportunity to develop their careers and gain valuable work experience with one of Canada's Top 100 Employers.

Bring your knowledge, experience and perspectives to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry. Working with a team of engaged professionals and dedicated leaders, you'll take the next step in your career in a dynamic environment that provides opportunities for personal growth, competitive salary, mentorship, learning and development opportunities, and work-life balance.

What can I expect to do in this role?

You will work in a positive and inclusive work environment where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are encouraged. You will be supporting a team of human resources professionals by assisting in the design, development and implementation of corporate initiatives related to leadership & learning, health, safety & wellness, engagement, recognition and service excellence. You will have the opportunity to participate in learning & development and mentoring opportunities designed to support your own career growth and development.

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• Candidates must self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit)
• Graduated within the past five years from a college or university with a diploma, degree or post-graduate certificate.

View Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Indigenous Self-Identification

Technical Expertise:

• Knowledge of human resources programs and administration to support coordination of corporate initiatives and provide project and logistical assistance
• Knowledge of HR information systems and data bases to access data, gather appropriate information for specific HR-related purposes and to prepare various information summaries

Analytical Skills:

• Ability to research initiatives and prepare reports and recommendations

Communication and Interpersonal skills:

• Interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with colleagues, clients and senior leaders to provide written research and program support and respond to enquiries as needed

Organizational Skills:

• Project management skills to assist with coordination of various initiatives, projects and issues
• ability to provide planning and scheduling support for the delivery of branch programs, including gathering and organizing information, distributing documents to team members and tracking deliverables

Computer Proficiency

• Proficiency with common office productivity software, such as word processor, spreadsheet, presentation, email and database applications to prepare correspondence, reports and presentations, and set up meetings

All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember: The deadline to apply is Monday, May 10, 2021 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.