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 employers.
Bring your knowledge, experience and perspectives to the Strategic Services Branch of the Ministry of Northern Development, Mines, 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?
As the Strategic Services Intern, where will have the support of a dedicated and welcoming team, a hands-on manager to ensure your success and development, and you will be assigned a mentor who will help in your professional growth, you will:
• assist in the coordination and development of strategic initiatives and projects related to Ontario's resource sector
• provide program support for projects and activities in the Strategic Support Unit, including assisting in the design and preparation of project plans, and tracking, monitoring and reporting on project deliverables
• conduct research and analysis in support of new and existing programs and projects, to develop options and best practices
• consult and engage with divisional stakeholders, other ministries, clients and Indigenous partners
• facilitate and participate in working groups and the development of policies, tools and guidelines
• undertake research to support mineral sector strategic planning and policy direction
• prepare materials such as briefing notes, position papers, presentations and project management tools
• attend meetings with provincial government colleagues, including federal/provincial/territorial working groups, and Indigenous partners to acquire additional knowledge and information that supports the ministry's mineral sector policy development strategies and objectives as well as capacity funding in Indigenous communities.
How do I qualify?
Mandatory
• You must have graduated from a college or university, with a degree, diploma or post-graduate certificate, within the past 5 years.
• You must be an Indigenous person (i.e. First Nations, Métis, Inuit).
View Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Indigenous Self-Identification Project management and organizational skills:
• You have excellent organizational and planning skills to coordinate multiple concurrent projects and work with senior staff to ensure projects are executed effectively.
• You have knowledge of project management best practices to plan projects, document progress, manage change and measure outcomes.
• You have knowledge of project coordination and client/stakeholder consultation techniques.
Communication and interpersonal skills:
• You have demonstrated written and verbal skills to consult with various stakeholders/program managers/directors and to develop clear and concise materials and presentations.
• You can participate and contribute to working groups, committees and project teams.
• You have promotion and marketing skills providing the ability to develop plans and materials showcasing Ontario's investment and mineral potential.
Research, analytical and problem-solving skills:
• You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and you enjoy finding the root cause of problems and providing recommendations for effective solutions
• You can assist in conducting research, collecting information and data, and compiling it in a clear format.
• You have knowledge of performance measurement methodologies and evaluation techniques.
Computer proficiency:
• You are proficient using common office productivity software including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio and OneNote.
OPS Commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti- racism:
We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
Visit the
OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the
OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.
We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's
Human Rights Code. Refer to the application instructions below if you require a disability-related accommodation.
