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JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program
Internships for recent Indigenous graduates
Location
New Brunswick, Canada
Overview
Maximum funding amount is not specified. The program supports internship placements for recent Indigenous post-secondary graduates so they can gain on-the-job experience and build skills toward full-time employment.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Attract or retain talent
- Develop workforce skills
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- New Brunswick
Legal structures
- Non-profit
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Employment and Training
Target groups
- Indigenous peoples
Revenue structures
- All structures
Scope
- Provincial
Next Steps
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Availability timeline
2026
Periods: 1
Activities funded
- Hosting an internship placement for a recent Indigenous post-secondary graduate
- Providing on-the-job experience in the graduate’s field of study
- Supporting the graduate’s path toward full-time employment with the host organization
Documents Needed
- Letter describing the organization’s interest in hosting an intern
- Intern orientation plan
- Work plan with expected knowledge and skill outcomes
- Up-to-date resume and cover letter for the intern
- Graduate name and resume, or a list of potential employers if needed
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Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Provincial and federal government departments and agencies
- Crown corporations
- Community Business Development Corporations (CBDCs)
- Not-for-profit organizations
- Indigenous communities and organizations
- JEDI industry partners
Eligible geographic areas
- New Brunswick
Selection criteria
- Employer applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Funding limits may affect approval.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare the host application
- Write a letter describing the organization’s interest in hosting an intern.
- Prepare an orientation plan and a work plan with expected knowledge and skill outcomes.
- Step 2: Add intern details if applicable
- If a graduate has already been identified, include the graduate’s name and resume.
- Potential interns should include an up-to-date resume and a cover letter.
- If not applying through an employer, include a list of potential employers.
- Step 3: Submit the request to JEDI
- Send the application request to JEDI’s Provincial Indigenous Employment Coordinator.
- Applications can be sent to Nisa Kennedy by email.
Processing and Agreement
- Employer applications are reviewed on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Funding is limited, so not all applications will be approved.
- The program is coordinated by JEDI and overseen by the IIP Working Group.
Additional information
- The program is coordinated by JEDI and overseen by the IIP Working Group.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program Program
What is the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program?
Maximum funding amount is not specified. The program supports internship placements for recent Indigenous post-secondary graduates so they can gain on-the-job experience and build skills toward full-time employment.
What is the deadline to apply?
The program is accepting continuous intake
Who is eligible for the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program program?
To be eligible for the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program program, you must:
Eligible host organization type
Placement for a recent Indigenous graduate
What expenses are eligible under JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program?
Hosting an internship placement for a recent Indigenous post-secondary graduate
Providing on-the-job experience in the graduate’s field of study
Supporting the graduate’s path toward full-time employment with the host organization
Who can I contact for more information about the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program?
You can contact Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI) by email at Nisa.Kennedy@jedinb.ca or by phone at 1-506-444-5650.
Where is the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program available?
The JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program program is available the province of New Brunswick.
Is the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program is a Wage Subsidies And Interns