Amendment: Application deadline extended.
Why join the Indigenous Internship Program (IIP)This is an opportunity to be part of a positive, supportive, and collaborative culture where, together, we will build reciprocal relationships and pathways for Indigenous people to thrive in the OPS. Bring your lived experiences as a First Nations, Métis or Inuit and help us achieve our commitment towards establishing fairness, accessibility, and equity in the OPS. We are looking for individuals dedicated to equity and a strong understanding of Indigenous peoples and cultures. Through working in the OPS over your 12-month contract, you will have the opportunity to effect real change that will have an impact on thousands of OPS employees and pave the way for Indigenous reconciliation within the organization.
We offer a competitive total compensation package, which includes an attractive salary, defined benefit pension plan, comprehensive health and dental plan and much more!
For more information about the Indigenous Internship Program, please visit the
Indigenous Internship Program webpage.
Please note:The headquarters for these positions will vary, based on the ministry, and are specified in the job ads below; however, alternate work arrangements may be available.
To learn more about the ministries recruiting for this position, access the following link:
Ministries | ontario.ca.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.
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?
• Analyses and reviews project priorities, assists in developing and monitoring work plans to meet intended deadlines; Reviews and identifies priorities, issues, opportunities, and gaps and seeks efficiencies (e.g. clarity of requests, fluidity of process, etc.); assist in facilitating and developing process maps based on analyses and reviews.
• Conducts research and analysis of new developments and best practices, including the exploration of potential of new or existing tools, systems, and/or mechanisms for information sharing and tracking; prepares reports and briefing materials on findings and presents conclusions, including recommendation for improvements.
• Coordinates daily project activities, including reviewing and monitoring project progress, including key deliverables, timelines and budgets; assisting in the assessment of project requirements; and, developing project performance measures.
• Facilitates the development of standards, processes, tools, policies, and guidelines to assist in the efficiency of the division operations and procedures.
• Consults and engages with divisional stakeholders, other ministries, and end user clients, to seek input and/or assess feedback collect and to discuss the review/development of new operations and procedures and how changes may improve/have improved operations and procedures.
• Participate in developing communication tools and products for end users within the division.
• Other duties, as assigned.
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 2019-August 2024).
• 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.
• You must be a resident of Ontario during the term of employment.
Project Management and Organizational Skills
• You can plan, organize, and manage multiple tasks and projects with competing deadlines.
• You can assist with the planning and delivery of meetings, events, and workshops.
• You have knowledge of project management tools and techniques and experience in project delivery.
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
• You have strong written and verbal communication skills to provide and exchange information as well as prepare and present briefing, presentation and communications material.
• You have excellent interpersonal skills to liaise effectively with your team as well as internal and external clients and partners, and can participate in and contribute to committees and projects.
Research and Analytical Skills
• You can conduct research, analyze, and compile information/data into an understandable format.
• You have basic knowledge of performance measurement methodologies and evaluation techniques.
Computer Proficiency
• You are proficient in the use of common office productivity software to prepare presentations, event promotions and reports, and to perform research on the internet/intranet.
Collection of Information
The Indigenous Internship Program (IIP) is designed to support Ontario's commitment to reconciliation with Indigenous peoples across the province. Information collected for the IIP application will contribute to efforts in building a more diverse, inclusive, and accessible OPS and to provide you with an opportunity to complete an anonymous data survey to evaluate the effectiveness of the program and for analysis to identify any systemic barriers.
The personal information collected in this application is also necessary for the proper administration of the IIP and will be used for the purpose of validating your eligibility for the program. This competition, and the results from this competition, may also be used in identifiable format by designated representatives in the OPS for consideration of other opportunities in the OPS.
Personal information will be shared in an identifiable format with the OPS Indigenous Equity Branch exclusively for the purposes of tracking the enterprise-wide hiring and retention of Indigenous persons and assessing recruitment and retention priorities for Indigenous staff in the OPS. Information will be retained by the Internships Unit, Treasury Board Secretariat and will be protected in accordance with the principles of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
If you have any questions about the collection and management of your personal information, you may contact the Internships Unit, Treasury Board Secretariat at:
contact.oip@ontario.caConsentBy completing this attestation, you are consenting to the OPS collecting and using your personal information as indicated in this Notice of Collection and in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. You agree that you are 16 years of age or over, have read and understand this Notice and Consent, and any information you provide will be true and accurate.
Privacy StatementThe OPS is committed to respecting your privacy and protecting your personal information in accordance with the principles of FIPPA. For more information, please read our
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