Student Success Services

2 Term Positions

Regina, Saskatoon or Northern Campus

As part of the Student Success Services team and reporting to the Manager of the Career Centre, the Work-Integrated Learning (WIL) Coordinator plays a key role in supporting First Nations University of Canada students in gaining meaningful workplace experience aligned with their academic, career, and community goals. The WIL Coordinator develops and maintains relationships with employers, Indigenous communities and Nations, industry partners, and internal academic units to create high-quality placement, internship, applied research, co-op, and other experiential learning opportunities.

The WIL Coordinator will support students throughout the WIL process, provide career-readiness training, and ensure strong data tracking and reporting to demonstrate impact and support program growth. The WIL Coordinator will support Student Success Services holistic approach to student transitions and development. This position further contributes to FNUniv’s mission by strengthening pathways to employment, supporting labour market development, and enhancing relationships with community and industry partners.

The First Nations University of Canada (FNUniv) allows students of all nations to learn in an environment of First Nations cultures and values. The University continues to uphold its mission of enhancing the quality of life and preserving, protecting, and interpreting First Nations people's history, language, culture, and artistic heritage. FNUniv is a unique learning place specializing in Indigenous knowledge and providing post-secondary education for Indigenous and non-Indigenous students within a culturally supportive environment.

The First Nations University of Canada is a federated college of the University of Regina, and its academic programs are accredited through that institution.

FNUniv’s values include wisdom, respect, humility, sharing, harmony, beauty, strength, and spirituality.

Duties:
Student Support

• Work as part of the Student Success Services team, supporting student initiatives, events and programs.
• Work as part of the Career Centre team to develop, implement and expand services of the Career Centre.
• Support students through the complete WIL cycle, including intake, readiness coaching, matching, onboarding, progress monitoring, and placement completion.
• Promote a sense of community among WIL participants through events, collaborative activities and culturally grounded teachings.
• Support development and delivery of student programming such as resume and interview preparation, professionalism and workplace expectations, and cultural safety supports for students.
• Collaborate with and/or supervise Student Success Services student peer mentors/ambassadors as appropriately matched.
• Provide job development and employment advising for students.

Academic Connections

• Collaborate with faculty and academic units to integrate WIL into courses, certificates, micro-credentials, and community-based delivery models.
• Analyze current program requirements and opportunities to grow WIL opportunities.
• Collaborate with FNUniv staff as needed to ensure that academic requirements are being met through WIL opportunities for example, Academic Advising and the Registrar’s Office, etc.
• Develop and lead celebrations of student achievements within WIL at FNUniv.
• Coordinate with faculty and partners to ensure high-quality WIL placements reflect Indigenous-informed pedagogies.

Community Connections

• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with employers, community organizations, and Indigenous communities to create high quality WIL opportunities such as internships, co-ops, applied research, and community-engaged placements.
• Collaborate with partners to support analyze student entrance and transition to work requirements.
• Collaborate with partners to create a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally safe environment for students entering WIL placements.

Program Quality & Reporting

• Market and communicate WIL opportunities to students, industry partners and faculty.
• Perform an environment scan of current FNUniv WIL opportunities.
• Gather data on current WIL opportunities and develop a database to track and analyze information.
• Report on WIL KPIs and requirements on a regular basis.
• Ensure risk management, safety, documentation, placement agreements, schedules, and reporting requirements are completed in alignment with university and funding standards.
• Track and evaluate WIL program success using assessments, data collection, and continuous improvement strategies.
• Use professional judgment to resolve issues, mediate challenges, and adapt placements when necessary.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and Cultural Advisors.

Qualifications:

• Post-secondary degree in Business, Career Development, Human Resources, Education, Indigenous Studies or a related field.
• 3 years’ experience in career services, WIL/experiential learning, employer relations, or employment programming preferred.
• 3 years’ experience working in the post-secondary sector is considered an asset.
• Experience working with Indigenous students, communities, industry and/or organizations is considered a strong asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and able to adapt to new computer technologies

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required

• Strong relationship-building skills with employers, community partners, and Indigenous Nations.
• Knowledge of labour market trends, career development practices, and work-integrated learning models.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information and maintain accurate records and reporting.
• Ability to work and keep motivated independently.
• Knowledge of post-secondary academic programs, processes and governance.
• Knowledge of student development philosophies, research and practices.
• Must be able to drive within Saskatchewan, incumbent must hold a class 5 driver’s license.

Salary Range: APT Grade 5 ($67,075 - $90,315)

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online at www.fnuniv.ca.

Closing Date: January 12, 2026

We would like to thank you for your interest and to all those that applied; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The First Nations University of Canada relies on section 48 of The Saskatchewan Human Rights Code to give preference in employment for this position. Please indicate your status in your cover letter or resume.

Questions regarding this opportunity can be directed by email at humanresources@firstnationsuniversity.ca We wish to express our appreciation to all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.