Development Summer Student – Youth Coordinator

Northwest Employment Works; Ignace Township; On-site; CAD 17,047 - 24,280; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Ignace is seeking a Development Summer Student – Youth Coordinator to support youth engagement and community outreach initiatives. This role includes implementing youth-focused activities and collaborating with local teams. The ideal candidate is enrolled in a relevant post-secondary program with strong communication and organizational skills, and has knowledge of the Ignace community. This position is full-time during the summer term and requires availability for 35 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Strong existing personal or professional networks within the Ignace region.
• Comfort with public speaking or presentations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Co-develop and implement youth engagement activities.
• Participate in community events and logistics support.
• Provide recommendations for content in newsletters and digital posts.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Research skills

Organizational skills

Social media proficiency

Networking within Ignace

Education

Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program

Studies in related fields preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Internet tools

Job description

Founded in 2002, the Nuclear Waste Management Organization (NWMO) is a not‑for‑profit organization tasked with the safe, long‑term management of Canada’s intermediate‑ and high‑level radioactive waste, in a manner that protects people and the environment for generations to come. The NWMO has been guided for more than 20 years by a dedicated team of world‑class scientists, engineers and Indigenous Knowledge Holders who are developing innovative and collaborative solutions for nuclear waste management. In 2024, the NWMO selected Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation and the Township of Ignace as the hosts for the site for a deep geological repository for used nuclear fuel. This decision means our office and staff will, in the future, be relocating to Ignace, Ont., and the deep geological repository will be situated in the area near Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation and the Township of Ignace. Infrastructure planning and development are underway to support this transition and ensure that both the community and our employees are well served and supported, now and in the future.

Development Summer Student – Youth Coordinator

One Position Available. Employment Period: 16‑week term from May 4, 2026, to August 27, 2026. Position Location: Ignace, Ontario – 304 Main Street.

Job Summary

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Developmental Student – Youth Coordinator (Municipal Relations) to support youth engagement, community outreach, and capacity‑building initiatives in the Ignace area. Reporting to the Municipal Relations Manager, the developmental student – Youth Coordinator will provide hands‑on experience supporting the implementation of NWMO’s youth engagement approach in partnership with the Township of Ignace. The student will work on‑site at the Ignace Learn More Centre and support planning, coordination, and delivery of youth‑focused engagement activities, while contributing to broader Municipal Relations and regional engagement efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Co‑develop, promote, and implement youth engagement activities and events
• Support preparation for and participation in community events (staffing booths, note‑taking, logistics support)
• Provide recommendations on youth‑focused content for newsletters, digital posts, and web stories
• Participate in and support local youth and community activities
• Attend Youth Advisory Working Group and engagement planning meetings and provide coordination support
• Support implementation of the Ignace Youth Engagement Strategy
• Provide administrative and documentation support related to engagement activities, including records management
• Support other Northwest regional teams from time to time to support experiential learning and development
• Participate in continuous learning related to Health & Safety and Reconciliation
• To the extent time allows beyond the duties described above, the student may be assigned to support additional Municipal Relations and community engagement activities based on business needs

Qualifications

Required

• Currently enrolled in a post‑secondary program
• Strong existing personal or professional networks within the Ignace region and understanding of local community dynamics
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including comfort with public speaking or presentations
• Highly organized, with ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong research skills and ability to work independently on assigned topics
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, email, internet tools, and social media
• Valid driver’s licence
• Availability for occasional evening and weekend work

Preferred

• Studies in Social Sciences, Communications, Education, Community Planning, Environmental Studies, Geology, or related field
• Experience working with youth (ages 6–19)
• Demonstrated interest in community development, youth engagement, and public engagement initiatives

Eligibility

Students must be returning full‑time to their program at their university/College following the completion of their work term or be full‑time students requiring the work term or co‑op placement to graduate. Students must be eligible to work in Canada and meet the security clearance requirements. Students must be available to work full‑time, 35 hours per week, 7 hours per day. At times, this position may require modified workdays to accommodate and support external events and activities.

Other Information

Please submit your application by visiting https://www.nwmo.ca/Careers and applying by Monday, March 29, 2026. The NWMO is committed to contributing to Reconciliation in all its work by co‑creating a shared future built on rights, equity and well‑being. As an employment equity employer, NWMO actively seeks Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, women, people with disabilities, and additional diverse identities for our workforce. The NWMO will provide accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation, please contact us. We review applications on a rolling basis and encourage interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience to ensure full consideration. The NWMO is committed to a fair, transparent, and efficient recruitment process. While we sincerely appreciate every expression of interest, only those candidates selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted directly.