Strengthening Ontario, together.
A career in the Ontario Public Service (OPS) is driven by a passion for creating a stronger Ontario.
For those who share this ambition, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees have the resources and opportunities they need to be fulfilled and inspired to move Ontario forward.Consider a rewarding internship with the Ontario Public Service!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 will be 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.
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 (First Nations, Métis, Inuit). 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.
Information SessionInterested in learning more about the Indigenous Internship Program, how we work and what to expect? We are hosting an information session for interested applicants, where you'll have the opportunity to engage with our senior leaders about the Indigenous Internship Program and the OPS. You will also have an opportunity to participate in a Question-and-Answer session for any additional information you may be seeking.
If you are interested in attending the information session,
please sign up here.
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
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.
About the job
We offer a variety of internships in diverse career fields. You may apply to as many of the following positions as you wish. Click on the Job Types below to see the full job ad and to APPLY TODAY!
To learn more about the ministries recruiting for the following positions, access the following link:
Ministries | ontario.ca.
Financial ManagementAvailable locations: St. Catharine's, Toronto Financial Management Intern (Treasury Board Secretariat, Ministry of Energy, Ministry of Infrastructure, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Children Community & Social Services)
Communications Available locations: Toronto Communications Intern (Ministry of Energy, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing)
Policy Development Available locations: Toronto Policy Intern (Ministry of Environment, Conservation & Parks, Treasury Board Secretariat, Ministry of Energy, Ministry of Infrastructure, Ministry of Children, Community & Social Services, Ministry of Colleges & Universities, Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training & Skills Development, Ministry of the Solicitor General, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Transportation)
Program and Service Delivery Available locations: Sault Ste. Marie, Sudbury, Thunder Bay, Toronto, Hamilton, Kingston, Kenora, Timmins, North Bay Program and Service Delivery Intern (Treasury Board Secretariat, Ministry of Environment, Conservation & Parks, Ministry of Energy, Ministry of Infrastructure, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Ministry of Northern Development, Ministry of Children, Community & Social Services, Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training & Skills Development, Ministry of Health)
Project Management Available locations: Toronto Project Management Intern (Ministry of Public & Business Service Delivery)
Human Resources Available locations: Toronto, Hamilton Human Resources Intern (Treasury Board Secretariat, Ministry of Environment, Conservation & Parks, Ministry of Children, Community & Social Services, Ministry of the Solicitor General)
To apply, click on the job types above to see the full job ad and submit an application.
What you bring to the team
General Program Eligibility Criteria
You must meet the mandatory eligibility criteria by the first day of employment.
Mandatory:• In order to be eligible for the Indigenous Internship Program, 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.
• The Indigenous Internship Program is open to all Indigenous applicants who 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 be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• You must be a resident of Ontario during the term of employment.
Note: certain position may have additional eligibility requirements based on the nature of the role. Please refer to the specific job ad for details.For more information about the Indigenous Internship Program, please visit the
Indigenous Internship Program webpage.
Other Student and New Graduate Opportunities
We offer a variety of summer jobs in diverse career fields.
See what summer opportunities are currently available!Also, check out all the
other student and new professional opportunities offered within the Ontario Public Service.