GRADCORPS - Engagement Advisor

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government institution in Yukon is offering an exciting internship for recent graduates as an Engagement Advisor. This position focuses on building skills in Indigenous relations and public service over a one-year term from May 2026 to April 2027. The role requires a diploma or degree in a relevant field, with a strong emphasis on respectful interactions and cultural awareness. Ideal for candidates eager to learn and engage in meaningful projects related to reconciliation and government consultation processes.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Indigenous studies, public administration, political science, environmental studies, law, or a related discipline.
• Experience conducting research is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Work within the GradCorps program to engage with Indigenous relations.
• Gain practical skills and valuable experience in public service and consultation processes.

Skills

Respectful interactions

Initiative

Teamwork

Cultural awareness

Written communication

Research and analysis

Office software proficiency

Education

Diploma or degree in relevant field

Job description

Job Summary And Requirements

Are you a post‑secondary graduate ready to put your education and skills to work for the people of Yukon? The GradCorps program has exciting internships for you – the next generation who will make a difference.

Please see additional program eligibility information below.

The Yukon public service has a unique opportunity for recent graduates who have a post‑secondary diploma or degree but lack real‑world work experience. With GradCorps, you can kick‑start your career while putting your passion, ideas and energy to work with the Yukon public service.

The Department of Highways and Public Works has a GradCorps opportunity for an Engagement Advisor. This position will allow you to build practical skills and gain meaningful experience in Indigenous relations and public service. Transportation Engineering Batch delivers a high volume of transportation infrastructure projects each year, all of which take place within the asserted and established traditional territories of Yukon’s Indigenous governments. The participant will gain insight into how the Government of Yukon fulfills its duty to consult, that applies across all departments. This experience will help them to understand how consultation is planned and carried out in real‑world situations, and how it connects to broader reconciliation efforts.

This position will work for a one‑year term from approximately May 2026 to April 2027. The salary will be 80% of the starting salary – $65,006.

For more information on this program, please click here to visit the GradCorps information website, or email [e-mail].

Essential Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Indigenous studies, public administration, political science, environmental studies, law, or a related discipline.
• Experience conducting research is an asset.

Desired Knowledge, Skills And Suitability

• Respectful, responsive, and professional interactions
• Demonstrates initiative, curiosity and a willingness to learn
• Works well independently and as part of a team
• Maintains a constructive and helpful attitude
• Shows cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Organization and time management skills
• Ability to research, analyze, and summarize information
• Comfortable working in a structured environment with multiple priorities
• Proficient with standard office software
• Familiarity with Yukon First Nation governance, history and political structures
• Interest in reconciliation, Indigenous relations, consultation processes or supporting the implementation of government‑to‑government agreements and related initiatives with Indigenous governments.

Additional Information

• Be a resident of Yukon or a person of Yukon First Nations ancestry*
• Have graduated with a diploma or degree from a recognized post‑secondary institution within the past two years (2024, 2025 or 2026 grads – all requirements for graduation must be complete before internship start date)
• Have little or no work experience in your field of study
• If you are a resident of Yukon who completed your studies outside of the territory, you may apply up to two years after graduation.