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The Team When you take on the role as an intern, with the awardwinning Indigenous Youth Internship Program (IYIP), the experience can provide you with an opportunity to contribute and improve relationshipbuilding between Indigenous communities/organizations and the Provincial Government. You will join over 400 alumni that have completed the program since 2007. Interns leave with valuable experience, an alumni network, and professional development that supports you through your career. The IYIP team has three staff members, a Team Lead, Program Coordinator and Program Administrator. All staff members are Indigenous. We encourage youth to grow their careers within the BC Public Service or Indigenous organizations. IYIP will launch its 20th year in the BC Public Service this September. The oneyear opportunity led by the BC Public Service Agency welcomes exceptional Indigenous youth ages 1929 and supports you through: Nine months of work in a ministry Three months of work at an Indigenous organization in B.C The Role The program provides Indigenous youth professional development and career support through onthejob experience, a strong peer network, supportive colleagues, dedicated program employees, and IYIPspecific activities. We have many placements available in ministries across the province. Some of the exciting work you may be involved in could include: Ministry specific projects and work assignments; Indigenous Project Development; Policy analysis and development; Indigenous Youth engagement; Indigenous Community liaison; Event and conference coordination; Program delivery; and Communications and community development projects. For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. Qualifications Education and Experience Requirements Due to the nature of the program and in accordance with Section42 of the BC Human Rights Code, only Indigenous peoples that are First Nations (status or nonstatus), Mtis, or Inuit will be considered 19 to 29 years of age as of September1,2026 Currently reside in British Columbia Grade12 graduation as of March2026, or equivalent with some postsecondary education, or equivalent with a combination of work, life, community, education and/or experience as noted below Demonstrated leadership potential, either through work, community or volunteer experience, for example: Youth representative on a youth council Community governance Organizing your communitys participation in large events and gatherings Coordinating cultural events Board member for an organization Coaching in sport About this Position Amendments: March3 insights to IYIP text added. February24 salary updated. February20 flexible work arrangement statements updated to include remote work option. February19 internship end date updated. Gain insights into the IYIP intake journey by joining a Career Conversation, taking place on April15th from 12noon1pm. Internships will begin on September14,2026, and end on August31,2027. Internships may be located in multiple communities around the Province of BC, depending on positions and operational requirements. Locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations. Some positions may have flexible work options available, including working from home a few days a week as per the Telework Agreement. Some positions may have fulltime onsite requirements. Remote work may be allowed; some positions may be able to work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. Each position has different requirements for security screening. An eligibility list may be established. Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment. Working for the BC Public Service The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace. We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process. The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or nonstatus], Inuit or Mtis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews. How to Apply Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you''ve worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR. Cover Letter: NO Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed. Resume: YES Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying. Questionnaire: YES You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until11:00pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR. For questions regarding these positions, please contact #J-18808-Ljbffr