Policy 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.

NOTE: Due to COVID-19, remote work arrangements are currently in effect. The employer is willing to consider remote work arrangements beyond COVID-19, however, attendance at a designated site office may be required from time to time.

What can I expect to do in this role?

Support a dynamic team in the development and interpretation of ministry policies related to sustainable resource management, including providing technical, analytical and administrative support to the development of policies, regulations, procedures and programs. There are two positions available: 1) to support policy work within Fish and Wildlife Policy Branch with a focus on conserving Ontario's biodiversity and reducing threats such as invasive species and climate change; and, 2)to support policy work within the Resources Planning and Development Policy Branch including policy work for water resources, natural heritage and non-renewable resources (i.e. aggregates, oil, gas and salt).

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

Knowledge:

• You have a general understanding of the theory, principles and practices of natural resource management and environmental risk assessment planning and management.
• You have a general understanding of legislative, regulatory, policy and planning tools that support sustainable resource management in Ontario.

Analytical and research skills:

• You can provide research support to projects and branch initiatives.
• You can gather, manage, organize and analyze information to support the development of recommendations and resolutions to issues.
• You have the ability to acquire knowledge of the policy development process.

Communication skills:

• You can prepare and present various documents (i.e., presentations, reports, summaries).
• You can clearly and concisely communicate information and recommendations.

Interpersonal and teamwork skills:

• You can establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at varying levels to seek and exchange information.
• You can participate and contribute to working groups.

Planning and organizational skills:

• You are able to plan, organize, and manage multiple tasks and projects with competing deadlines.

Computer proficiency:

• You are proficient in common software applications such as word processing, presentation and spreadsheet applications to draft documents and reports, prepare presentations, conduct analysis, and perform research on the internet.

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.

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.