Intern, Climate Change & Health

Position: INTERN, CLIMATE CHANGE & HEALTH
Position Summary
Northern Health values diversity within the workplace and our commitment of reaching a representative workforce. For this position, we also want to highlight First Nation, Inuit, Métis or Indigenous Ancestry is regarded as directly relevant to the skills and knowledge for this position. All candidates will be considered; however, preference will be given to Indigenous applicants. For this initiative candidates from this group who wish to qualify for preferential consideration are encouraged to self-identify.

Are you interested in an opportunity to grow professionally within a positive and progressive culture? Northern Health is an Intern, Climate Change & Health to join our Population & Public Health department.

As the Intern, Climate Change & Health, your role will be to support the development of a Framework built on multiple knowledge systems (often referred to as a Two-Eyed Seeing or integrative knowledge framework) that intentionally combines distinct ways of knowing (., Western scientific knowledge and Indigenous knowledge systems) for Climate Change and Health Vulnerability and Adaptation Assessments (CCHVAAs) in Northern BC.

You will be guided by the Climate Change and Health team at Northern Health, working closely with relevant project leadership and steering committee. This structure ensures strong mentorship, collaborative learning, and alignment with project goals. You will have access to expertise in climate adaptation, Indigenous health, and public health, as well as opportunities to engage with relevant project partners. Your work will help to share knowledge, foster collaboration, and inspire meaningful action.

This position is time-bound and focused on achieving significant impact within a defined period. The position is fully remote, supported by digital infrastructure for virtual collaboration.

The hourly rate for this position is $20.66 to $23.26 per hour, and will be based on education, training, experience of similar positions.

This position is flexible to any community in the Northern Health region. Explore these communities

What Northern Health has to offer you!

• Comprehensive benefit packages including extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.

• Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service

• Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions

• Employee referral program

• Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities

• Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
• “Loan Forgiveness Programs” are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
As part of your application process, you will need to upload the following documentation:

• Registration number (if you are part of a regulated profession)

• Any supporting documents regarding education/qualifications for this position.
Examples may include:

• Program certificates or diplomas

• High school/college/university transcripts etc.

• It is also recommended to provide a cover letter and resume

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Qualfications

• Currently enrolled – or accepted for enrollment – in an upper level undergraduate program or full-time Masters or PhD level program in Environmental Science, Public Health, Indigenous Studies, Planning, Geography or another related field, and available for a 13-16 week full-time internship or placement.

• Lived experience in rural/remote and/or Indigenous communities is a strong asset.

• Familiarity with climate change adaptation and health systems is preferred.

• Knowledge of and experience applying OCAP principles, UNDRIP, DRIPA, and other relevant frameworks for ethical engagement and data governance.

• Courses completed in environmental health, Indigenous health, climate change adaptation planning, climate science, or related fields are considered assets.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong research and synthesis skills, including experience with qualitative research methods (., coding interviews, thematic…