Intern – Indigenous Relations

Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.

Looking for an exciting job opportunity that will launch your career? Halton Region’s internship program provides a paid one-year professional opportunity that allows you to gain valuable experience and build the skill set you need to build a successful career.

As an employer of choice, Halton Region recognizes the many benefits of hybrid work arrangements including flexibility and better work-life balance for our employees. This position is eligible for our Hybrid Work Program.

Posting ID: 3779
Department: The CAO’s Office
Division: Strategic Initiatives & Government Relations
Compensation: $57,685 + 3 weeks’ paid vacation and partial benefits (health & dental)
Job Type: Intern
Contract Duration: June 2, 2025 to June 5, 2026
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: Halton Regional Centre – 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville (CAO’s office)
Employee Group: OCT
Posting Date: January 10, 2025
Application Deadline: January 31, 2025

To be eligible to apply for an intern position, you must meet the following criteria:

• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• In possession of a Social Insurance Number at time of hire.
• You have graduated or will graduate with a recognized post-secondary degree or diploma, post-graduate certificate or diploma between January 2024 and June 2025.

If you have a reference letter from an Indigenous community and/or Indigenous non-profit and can reflect upon how your lived experience with Indigenous communities would contribute to this role and Halton Region, please submit that information in your cover letter.

Job Summary

As part of the Strategic Initiatives team and working closely within the Indigenous Relations team, this role will support the Region’s work to advance Reconciliation and Indigenous Relationship Building Initiatives.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Support knowledge mobilization across the organization through the coordination, development, and implementation of internal training materials and events.
• Support relationship building initiatives with First Nations, Inuit, Métis communities and community partners.
• Review Indigenous advocacy and priority issues.
• Coordinate, research, and prepare briefing notes, jurisdictional scans, and resource material.
• Review and summarize relevant Indigenous research and reports.
• Other duties as required.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of Indigenous culture, history, and communities.
• ­Ability to work independently and be an engaged team player.
• Conduct research and provide analysis.
• Prepare briefing notes, and resource material as required.
• Respond to research requests.
• Strong research, written and oral communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

Preferred

• Self-identify as an Indigenous person such as First Nations/Inuit/Métis and have lived experience as part of an Indigenous community. Applicants are encouraged to reflect upon how their lived experience with Indigenous communities would contribute to this role and Halton Region.
• Degree or diploma in Indigenous Studies, public or business administration, public policy or equivalent.
• Knowledge of an Indigenous language.
• An understanding of Halton’s local Indigenous communities.
• A reference letter from an Indigenous community, Indigenous non-profit organization, and/or University (If available please submit with your application).

Important information about your application:

• In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
• Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.
• Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
• We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
• Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
• If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.

Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to the delivery of high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. As an intern at Halton, you will gain professional growth and development working alongside your mentors. You will be part of a progressive, service-focused and award winning employer.