About the role#
We are hiring Indigenous students and recent graduates for our Summer 2027 Indigenous Internship Program. This program runs from May through August 2027. You will gain meaningful work experience and contribute to projects that support our mandate. The role includes access to mentorship and networking opportunities to support your professional development. We welcome candidates from a variety of educational backgrounds, including business, housing, policy, finance, technology, human resources, communications, and research.
What you'll do#
- Gain hands-on work experience during a 4-month term.
- Contribute to projects that support the CMHC mandate.
- Participate in mentorship and networking opportunities.
- Connect with other students through internal networks and groups.
What you'll need#
- You are currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a post-secondary program.
- You self-identify as a member of an Indigenous Group (First Nations, Inuit, and Métis).
- You have strong oral and written communication skills.
- You possess excellent organizational and planning skills.
- You can work independently and within a team setting.
- Bilingualism in English and French is considered an asset.
Location & details#
- Locations: Ottawa, Calgary, Halifax, Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver.
- Term: Summer 2027 (4 months).
- Modality: Hybrid. Alternative work arrangements may be considered for Indigenous candidates, including those residing on reserve or further than 125KM from a CMHC office.
- Status: Temporary, full-time, and paid.
About Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) Société canadienne d'hypothèques et de logement(SCHL)
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation is a government agency founded in 1946. It operates out of Ottawa, Ontario, with a workforce between 1,001 and 5,000 employees. The organization provides housing financing solutions and works with the housing sector to carry out government programs. It also produces research and data to support the housing system.
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