Indigenous Internship Program The Indigenous Internship Program (IIP) is a 12-month paid internship program designed to provide recent Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) post-secondary graduates, with the opportunity to gain professional level work experience and a pathway through which they can build and develop transferable skills that can be used to gain sustained employment in their field of choice.
You must self-identify as an Indigenous person to be eligible for this program. The term Indigenous refers to individuals who identify as being descended from the original inhabitants (the first peoples) of what is now known as Canada. In this context, Indigenous people are First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit.
Personal InformationThe Ontario Public Service (OPS) is committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities it serves and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful, and equitable workplace. To enable this commitment and advance broader organizational objectives, this dedicated internship has been created for eligible applicants who self-identify as an Indigenous person. As part of the application process, all applicants must respond to a self-attestation. Applicants who do not self-identify as Indigenous or who choose not to identify will not be eligible.
What makes working in the Ontario Public Service greatWorking in the public service has real meaning and impact on the lives of Ontarians. What we do matters, and you can grow your career here. From economic growth to health and social justice, we offer career opportunities in multiple disciplines and business areas to match your passion. Our strength is the diversity of our people and the ideas we generate. We value trust, fairness, diversity, creativity, collaboration and excellence. We are committed to be an employer of first choice.
Bring your knowledge, experience and perspectives to the Human Resources department in Cabinet Office. 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.
For more information about the Indigenous Internship Program, please visit the
Indigenous Internship Program webpage.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 "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.
What can I expect to do in this role?
Learn, Experience & Cultivate your Career in the Centre for ExcellenceBring your knowledge, experience and perspectives to the Human Resources department in Cabinet Office. 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.
The Indigenous Intern will be working in the Human Resources Department in the Corporate Planning & Services Division where they will be supporting the employee experience, health and safety as well as organizational support projects for the Cabinet Office (CO). This will include supporting the overall culture and operations of the ministry by:
• assisting with full cycle recruitment and maintaining our diversity lens
• assisting in enhancing employee experience by communications, identifying priority areas of improvement for divisions and branches and developing programs to enhance staff and manager engagement
• reviewing training, and developing new trends for the ministry to identify future learning opportunities
• researching, collecting and analyzing data for the ministry, identifying gaps, developing options, programs or practices, and making recommendations
How do I qualify?
Mandatory
• You must have graduated or will complete the requirements to graduate with a degree, diploma or post-graduate certificate from a recognized or legally authorized post-secondary institution in the last five years (May 2018-June 2023).
• You must self-identify as an Indigenous person. The term Indigenous refers to individuals who identify as being descended from the original inhabitants (the first peoples) of what is now known as Canada. In this context, Indigenous people are First Nations, Métis and/or Inuit.
• You must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
View Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Indigenous Self-IdentificationTechnical Knowledge:
• You have knowledge of human resources programs and human resources administration to support coordination of initiatives and to track inquiries regarding the Branch's activities, services and products, and provide project and logistical assistance to the Branch.
• You have knowledge of Human Resources (HR) information systems and data bases to access the data, and gather appropriate information for specific HR-related purposes and prepare various information summaries.
Analytical Skills:
• You have the ability to conduct research and access information sources to support project initiatives undertaken by the branch and assists in preparing a range of reports on research findings.
• You have strong attention to detail skills to ensure the accuracy of tracking and data entry.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills:
• You have strong written communication skills to prepare reports and to provide/obtain information on the unit's programs.
• You possess teamwork and collaborative skills to work with colleagues and interact with a variety of internal and external contacts.
Project Management and Organization Skills:
• You have project management skills to assist with coordination of various initiatives, projects and issues.
• You have the 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 Skills:
• You are proficient with common office productivity software, such as word processor, spreadsheet, presentation, email and database applications to prepare correspondence, reports and presentations.
