Position Summary: The Indigenous Youth Housing Intern is a 9-month internship designed to provide Indigenous youth with hands-on experience in housing operations and community development. Reporting to the Director of Housing the successful candidate will gain practical skills in housing administration, maintenance, construction, tenant relations, and related areas while receiving mentorship and training to support future career opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with housing administration, record keeping, and tenant communications.
• Support housing maintenance, inspections, repairs, and renovation projects.
• Participate in housing construction and community development initiatives.
• Learn housing management, financial administration, and lands management practices.
• Participate in training, certifications, and professional development opportunities.
• Maintain accurate records, timesheets, and program documentation.
• Support community outreach and housing-related programs.

Qualifications

• Indigenous youth eligible under the Indigenous Youth Housing Internship Program (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit).
• Interest in housing, construction, maintenance, administration, or community development.
• Willingness to learn and participate in training opportunities.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer skills are an asset.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Criminal Record Check and Intervention Record Check.

What We Offer

• Paid hands-on work experience.
• Mentorship and on-the-job training.
• Professional development and certification opportunities.
• Exposure to multiple housing and community development fields.
• Supportive, inclusive, and culturally respectful work environment.

This internship is funded in part through CMHC's Indigenous Youth Housing Internship Program and is intended to support Indigenous youth in developing valuable skills and experience within the housing sector.

Driftpile Cree Nation is committed to creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable workplace for all employees.

Application Deadline: Open until a suitable candidate is selected. 

Please provide a copy of your Criminal Record Check and Intervention Record Check upon the interview.

To apply, please click the following URL: 

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Please be advised only suitable applicants will be notified