The Council of the Federation Secretariat is now hiring for the 2025-2026 Youth Internship Program! Based in Ottawa, this 14-month internship begins in May 2025 and offers you a full-time, paid opportunity to work in Canadian intergovernmental relations.

What's in it for you?

• $50,000 annual salary – and relocation expenses up to a maximum of $3,000
• A better understanding of the Canadian federation
• Enhanced ability to capture and debrief policy discussions
• Travel to different parts of Canada to assist with planning and organizing meetings of Premiers and senior officials
• New skills across different domains – including social media and communications
• The opportunity to work at the Council of the Federation Secretariat office in Ottawa

Job requirements:

Applicants must be aged 25 or younger, have graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program at a recognized university, and be legally able to work in Canada. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate an interest in Canadian politics and federalism and be able to communicate effectively in both English and French. 

How to apply:

For more information and to download the application form, please visit http://www.canadaspremiers.ca/youth-internship-program/

Submit your completed application form with all required documentation (resume, letter of interest, 200-word writing assignment, and copies of all held university transcripts) by February 27, 2025.

Please send all documentation by email to info@canadaspremiers.ca OR by mail to:

Council of the Federation Secretariat

Suite 630, 360 Albert Street

Ottawa, Ontario, K1R 7X7