NATIVE YOUTH PROGRAM 2011

Co-sponsored by the UBC First Nations House of Learning (FNHL) 

and 

the Museum of Anthropology (MOA) 

Summer Employment Opportunities 

FIRST NATIONS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS 

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Native Youth Program is a collaborative work-study program. It provides students with an opportunity to learn about traditional and contemporary Northwest Coast cultures from their own experiences and research, and from local First Nations guest speakers. They will also learn about the resources at the FNHL and MOA and develop skills in public presentations using objects and visual aids at the museum. Participants will share this knowledge with other students and museum visitors through guided tours and presentations. Students are expected to study, write reports, and participate in study trips. 

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must be 15 to 18 years old, aboriginal and enrolled in high school. They must also have an interest in First Nations heritage. 

TERM: Full-Time 

July 5, 2011 – August 19, 2011 

7 weeks 

35 hours/week 

9:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday to Friday 

SALARY: $8.00/hour 

FOR APPLICATION INFORMATION: 

Contact: Robyn Putnam or Francine Cunningham 

(604) 827-4379 or email: nativeyouthprogram@gmail.com 

Or visit our blog at: www.nativeyouthprogram.wordpress.com 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday May 30, 2011 

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