Housing Youth Intern

COMPETITION:202637

POSITION TYPE: Casual

TERM:June 2026 to March 31 2027

SCHEDULE: Full-Time

COMPETITION CLOSE DATE: July 10 2026

ABOUT INUVIALUIT REGIONAL CORPORATION (IRC)

IRC was created in 1984 to represent the Inuvialuit and their rights and benefits obtained under one of Canadas oldest comprehensive land claim agreements. With assets over $1 billion not including vast land holdings IRC is responsible for corporate investment land management and a broad range of social cultural and economic programs and services benefiting Inuvialuit. Its subsidiaries have interests in grocery manufacturing property management transportation and significant dealings in the oil and gas industry.

Since its inception IRC has experienced considerable growth and its structure and operations have become increasingly complex. Combining local government and service delivery community development investment and operating business divisions all managed by a single back office the organization has an array of complexities for the executive staff to navigate. There is an emphasis on fostering understanding healing and resilience in a region brimming with unique social challenges and immense potential for transformative change.

JOB SUMMARY

Are you interested in learning more about housing construction and working in your community The Housing Youth Intern position is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience while building valuable skills for your future career.

In this role youll get the chance to explore different areas of housing including office administration maintenance work construction and renovation projects and working directly with clients. Youll be involved in a variety of tasks that support housing programs such as helping with day-to-day operations learning about tenant services and assisting with projects in the community.

This internship is designed to give you real work experience in a supportive environment. Youll receive guidance mentorship and on-the-job training to help you develop new skills grow your confidence and prepare for future career opportunities. Youll also have the opportunity to learn about different career paths in housing and the trades.

Areas include:

• Housing administration/management
• Housing Construction/renovation
• Housing maintenance
• Financial management
• Tenant relations
• Trades apprenticeship program
• Lands management

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must be/have:

• Post-secondary education in Business Engineering or a related field is an asset
• Strong attention to detail and ability to think through problems step-by-step
• Able to work independently and stay focused on tasks including repetitive work when needed
• Experience or interest in working with Indigenous and/or northern communities is considered an asset
• Must be between the ages of 15 to 30 at the time of application
• Must be willing to complete a Criminal Record Check
• Strong organizational skills

Please refer to the job description for a full list of duties and qualifications.

TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and cover letter by pressing the Apply for This Job button at the top right of this web page and follow the application steps.

We encourage timely submissions of applications as candidates will be actively reviewed and the interview process may begin prior to the closing date.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Priority consideration is given to beneficiaries of the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (IFA) please identify in your application if you are a beneficiary of the IFA.
• The position requires the completion of a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.
• This role is based in our Inuvik office.
  
• If you require accommodations for the recruitment process please contact us at to let us know how we can assist you.
• We would like to thank everyone in advance for applying as only those shortlisted will be contacted.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Vacationbenefits: We provide eligible employees with vacation pay at a rate of 4% on each bi-weekly pay.
• Wellness Benefits: We provide all employees with access to an employee and family assistance program.

For more information about our organization go to Resources
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Required Experience:

Junior IC

Employment Type : Hourly
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1