Could you please forward this Call for Applications to the Aboriginal Youth Internship Program to all of your members for consideration? There are only two weeks left for Aboriginal youth to apply for next year's program starting in September, and we want to ensure that this great opportunity reaches all corners of the province. This is a 12 month paid internship opportunity for Aboriginal youth 29 and under residing in BC.
If anyone needs assistance with the application process, they can call and receive direct assistance from AYIP Program Staff:
Program Coordinator: Allison Beardsworth Allison.Beardsworth@gov.bc.ca (250 –356-7949)
Program Administrator: Krista Power Krista.Power@gov.bc.ca (250 –387-0460)
Thank you! All My Relations,
Sasha Hobbs
AYIP Program Lead
BC's Public Service's
Aboriginal Youth Internship Program (AYIP)
CALL FOR INTERN APPLICATIONS IS OPEN!
Our Intern Job Posting is now up for the Aboriginal Youth Internship Program, 2011/12 program year. Deadline to apply is Monday, May 16, 2011. https://search.employment.gov.bc.ca/cgi-bin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=3664
The Aboriginal Youth Internship program offers an innovative, 12 month paid internship program ($1,564.13 Bi-weekly) that is culturally responsive and supported. Successful candidates will work for nine (9) months in a government Ministry followed by three (3) months in a selected Aboriginal organization. Program starts September 06, 2011 and runs to August 31, 2012.
As an Aboriginal Youth Intern, you will learn many aspects of public service and provincial government processes, participate in workshops/events across the province, develop your leadership and professional skills, develop strong networks, and create a path for your future career development. Through your work as an intern, you will also have an opportunity to help build the New Relationship and make positive differences for Aboriginal people and communities across the province.
Some of the exciting areas you may be working in include: Ministry specific Aboriginal projects and work assignments; program development; policy analysis and development; youth engagement; Aboriginal community liaison; event and conference coordination; project management; communications; community needs assessment; framework and strategy development, etc. You will also learn about provincial government political, legislative, and budget processes. We have a variety of placements available in several Ministries across the province.
We're looking for youth who communicate well, have strong writing and research skills, embrace learning opportunities, enjoy new challenges and are engaged in their Aboriginal, youth or academic communities.
To apply for the program, you must be:
--Aboriginal (First Nations, Métis, Inuit)
--29 years of age or under as of September 6, 2011
--Residing in BC
You must also have:
--A minimum of grade 12 with some post-secondary education or equivalent work, life and education experience;
--Leadership aptitude or experience, either through work or volunteering; and
--Good knowledge of Aboriginal governments/organizations and the Aboriginal population that you represent (i.e. First Nations Summit, Union of BC Indian Chiefs, Métis Nation BC, BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres, Aboriginal community organizations, etc.).
PROCESS FOR APPLYING
- Go to our program website for an overview of the program: http://employment.gov.bc.ca/Aboriginal_Youth_Internship_Program
- Once you review, go to the job posting: https://search.employment.gov.bc.ca/cgi-bin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=3664
- Click on the link that says: Submit Resume. The following links are also available to assist with the process:
· http://employment.gov.bc.ca/our_hiring_process (Step by Step for the application process)
· http://blog.gov.bc.ca/careeradvisor/ (Video outlining the process and navigating the website)
4. Fill in the online form.
5. Submit your resume and cover letter electronically.
· In your cover letter, state your three top Ministries of interest (list available on the site).
6. Submit your two (2) Letter of Reference Forms (Fax to Krista Power, AYIP Administrator at 250-387-0749)
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Monday, May 16, 2011
If you have questions about the program, please contact Sasha Hobbs, Program Lead Sasha.Hobbs@gov.bc.ca or Allison Beardsworth, Program Coordinator, Allison.Beardsworth@gov.bc.ca at 250-356-7949.
If you have questions or need assistance with the applications process, please contact Krista Power, Program Administrator, Krista.Power@gov.bc.ca at 250-387-0460.
I also want to encourage all eligible Aboriginal youth to apply. Each year is a new year, and we have more placements available across the province that will meet more youths' specific qualifications, interests, skill sets, and career choices!
Join our great crew for year 5!
Sasha
Sasha Hobbs, MA, Program Lead, Aboriginal Youth Internship Program
The Learning Centre | Talent Management Division | BC Public Service Agency
Third Floor, 940 Blanshard St. | Victoria, BC | V8W 2H2 | Tel 604-765-3193
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