Project Management Intern
North Coast Skeena First Nations Stewardship
Prince Rupert, BC, Canada
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Company Overview: 

We are a non-profit society that enables First Nations communities on the British Columbia North Coast and lower Skeena River to collaborate on projects of shared value. The current focus addresses common marine and coastal issues and processes as they relate to fisheries and cumulative effects (CE).

We have an exciting opportunity for two First Nations
Interns to learn about and support a rapidly growing collaborative stewardship initiative on the NorthCoast.

 

Our goal is to support career minded First Nation youth to develop interests in resource stewardship and
management and build the related technical skills..

 

Overview:

  •  No prior experience is necessary
  • Job shadowing, mentoring, and training opportunities with our experienced team
  • Hands-on application of resource management skills in a fast-paced work environment
  • Opportunity to attend weekly meetings and occasional networking events
  • A healthy work/home balance.

 

Responsibilities:

  •  Assisting with field monitoring
  • Assisting with data management and tracking including filling in field forms
  • Compiling contact lists
  • Scheduling meetings
  • Tracking notes, actions, and reporting
  • Performing research and analysis
  • Writing briefings and developing other communications materials
  • Updating databases
  • Liaising as needed across the team for input
  • Organizing materials

 

Qualifications:

  • Preference will be given to those with local First Nation ancestry
  • Able to relocate to Prince Rupert for the duration of the position
  • Grade 12 education as of March 2023
  • Post-secondary degree or certification in related field of study is an asset
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Highly motivated with a desire to learn
  • Good time-management and organizational skills
  • Flexible and adaptable to changing work experiences

 

Location:
This position is based in Prince Rupert.

Travel within the local area (Terrace, Kitimat, and Prince Rupert) may be required. Field work will be a component of this position.

Remote work options may be considered in special circumstances.

 

Benefits:

  • We offer a competitive salary and benefits package
  • Work from home
  • Flexible hours
  • Strong administrative support 
  • A healthy work/home balance.
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