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Back to search results Apply By: Friday, February 27, :59 pm EST Policy Research Intern Crown Lands Job ID: 240792 Posting status: Open Organization: Ministry of Natural Resources Division: Policy Division City: Peterborough Position(s) language: English Job term: 1 Temporary placement for up to 12 months Job code: Resources Manager 1 Salary: $1, $1,207.03 Per week* *Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement. Join Our Team as a Crown Lands Policy Research Intern Are you passionate about natural resource management and eager to make a difference in public land use planning? The Ministry of Natural Resources'' Policy Division is looking for a motivated intern to join our Crown Forests and Lands Policy Branch. In this role, you''ll collaborate with a dynamic team to analyze, develop, and interpret policies that shape the future of Ontario''s Crown lands. Ready to embark on this exciting journey? and help us manage Ontario''s public lands sustainably About the job As a member of the Crown Forests and Lands Policy Branch, you will support a dynamic and innovative team in the analysis, development and interpretation of ministry policies related to the management and land use planning for public lands (also known as Crown lands). This role includes providing technical, analytical and administrative support to the development of public lands policies, regulations, and programs. If you want to learn more about Ontario''s public lands, visit this website: Crown Land If you want to learn more about Ontario''s public lands, visit this website:Crown Land What you bring to the team Eligibility: proof of eligibility to work in Canada have graduated or will graduate from an approved or legally authorized college or university with a diploma or an equivalent degree or postgraduate certificate within the last four years. candidates are only eligible to participate in one MNR 12-month placement and must not have participated in the MNR internship program in the past are not a permanent employee in the Ontario Public Service Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge: Understanding of the theory, principles and practices of natural resource management and environmental risk assessment planning and management. Knowledge of policy development processes and public consultation and engagement approaches. Knowledge of data and information analysis techniques and computer-based analytical, data management and techniques to research, compile and analyze data; prepare reports and related materials and recommend effective courses of action. Knowledge of policy research and analysis techniques, environmental scanning, modelling and trends forecasting, including utilizing databases and websites to gather, summarize and interpret information. General understanding of legislative, regulatory, policy and planning tools that support public land management and sustainable resource management in Ontario. Knowledge of personal computers including Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and communication software such as MS Teams. Skills and Abilities: Well-developed research and analytical skills to conduct research, analyze, assess and report on complex and diverse issues with attention to detail. Strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) to assist in the preparation of technical reports, presentations, briefing notes and a variety of communications materials. Professionalism, judgment and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams, and address issues with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, partners, Indigenous communities and with other ministries. Strong organizational, project management and time management skills to undertake and balance multiple tasks and shifting timelines. Information management and computer skills to conduct research, maintain electronic information systems and prepare reports. Don''t meet every qualification? If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions. Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario''s Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us. Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace: diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives accessibility Anti-Racism Policy Additional information: Apply by: Friday, February 27, :59 pm EST Position details: 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 300 Water St, Peterborough, East Region Compensation group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union Work hours: Schedule 3-A Category: Internships Posted on: Monday, February 2, 2026 Note: T-ND-240792/26 How to apply: You must apply online. Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources. Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us. Read the job description to make sure you understand this job. OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying. If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours. Language requirements and assessment: All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the ''position(s) language'' section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you''ll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test. Exigences en matire de langue et valuation: Toutes les offres d''emploi externes de la fonction publique de l''Ontario (FPO) sont affiches en franais et en anglais. Consultez la section Langue du ou des postes en haut de chaque offre d''emploi pour connatre les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont valus en anglais, la langue d''affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/franais), vous devrez galement passer un test de comptences linguistiques en franais. Strengthening Ontario, together