Intern, Intergovernmental Policy & Corporate Services

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Competition # :50234

Location:HALIFAX

Type of Employment:Internship

Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG

Closing Date:29-Oct-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

The Department of Intergovernmental Affairs is the central agency responsible for coordinating and advancing the province's interests with the Government of Canada, other provinces, and foreign governments at the national and sub-national levels. It is also focused on serving as a central point of contact for the coordination of the province's intergovernmental priorities, support to the Ministers responsible for Military Relations, Trade, Protocol and the operation of Government House.

The Canadian Intergovernmental Relations and Corporate Services division is responsible for organizing, coordinating and hosting high level engagements with other Canadian governments (Prime Minister and Premiers). It influences intergovernmental policy decisions for the economic and social benefit of Nova Scotians and advances Nova Scotia's interests by creating and pursuing intergovernmental opportunities, providing strategic policy and planning advice on intergovernmental priorities and building and fostering strategic relationships with other departments and with federal, provincial and territorial (FPT) governments.

The division also manages corporate reporting and policy for the department and supports effective internal coordination.

This 12‑month internship provides a recent graduate with an opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in intergovernmental relations, corporate planning and reporting, and government operations. Reporting to the Director, Intergovernmental Policy, you will contribute to a variety of projects and initiatives that support departmental priorities.

Some of the primary accountabilities for this role include:

• Supporting interdepartmental committees through meeting coordination, minute taking, and document management
• Maintaining and updating departmental intranet content
• Supporting records and information management activities
• Assisting with departmental corporate planning and reporting requirements
• Tracking and monitoring strategic plan initiatives, milestones and deliverables
• Conducting research and preliminary analysis on intergovernmental policy issues
• Preparing briefing notes, reports, presentations and other materials for senior officials
• Assisting with project coordination and departmental planning activities

IGA values the concepts of equity, diversity and inclusion in all areas of work.

To be considered for this internship position, you must be a recent graduate from a post‑secondary institution, such as a university or community college within the last 3 years.

We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate:

• Strong research, writing and communication skills
• The ability to organize work and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and sound judgement
• The ability to work collaboratively and independently

Proficiency with Microsoft
365 applications, including Copilot

A diploma or degree in public administration, political science, management, history, or another field that demonstrates strong research, analytical and written communication skills would be an asset.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as

• Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Health
• Dent…