THIS PROGRAM IS OPEN TO STUDENTS WHO SELF-DECLARE AS INDIGENOUS PEOPLES* (FIRST NATIONS, INUIT AND MÉTIS).

• The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples
  City: Within a National Research Council Office across Canada
  Classification: Student
  Duration: Approximately sixteen weeks (four months) during the summer or part-time during the academic semester
  Work Arrangements: Depending on the nature of the work and operational requirements, positions hired through this program may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). Employees who telework will be required to travel to the identified work site at least three times per week or a minimum of 60% of their regular work schedule at their own expense.
  At NRC, we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options, please contact the hiring team using the contact information below.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

In order to be considered for the Indigenous Student Employment program please include the following in your application. Failure to do so will result in your application being excluded from searches.

• Resume
• Most recent transcript:
• University/College/High school (grade 12 or equivalent)
• An electronic copy is sufficient, it does not have to be an official version
• To attach your transcript click the “add a document” in the Second language evaluation results field
• Additionally, in order to maximize your chances of being considered for opportunities, ensure to include your preferred location(s) in the Preferred Work Location(s) section of the application
• Self-declare as an Indigenous person - First Nation, Métis, or Inuit (Inuk) - in your application
• Under Employment Equity in the Job Specific Information section of the application

Are you a First Nation, Métis, or Inuit person? Do you want to gain valuable work experience in your field of study? Are you interested in working on leading-edge projects of value to Canada? Are you looking for amazing learning opportunities in a creative and diverse environment?
The NRC Indigenous Student Employment Program provides students with practical career-related experience in research and development, engineering, and technology, administration, library science, computer science, trades, business, technology advice services, finance, human resources, and other professions. Students work in a challenging and intellectually stimulating environment, while having access to superior equipment, facilities and expertise.
As a student at the NRC, you’ll contribute to interesting projects in an environment where teamwork, initiative, and creativity are nurtured. Positions are offered across the NRC in various locations. Remote options may be available under certain circumstances.
The NRC is committed to building and strengthening relationships with Indigenous researchers, innovators, Knowledge Keepers, communities and partners to work together on the critical issues facing us today. Learn more about the NRC and Indigenous collaboration online.