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JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program
Internships for recent Indigenous graduates
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Opened May 11, 2021
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
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
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
Official resources
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.
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
Who are the financial supporters of the JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program?
JEDI — Indigenous Internship Program is funded by Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI)