Indigenous Relations & Community Engagement Intern

Parkland Corporation; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunoco LP in Burnaby is hiring a Community & Indigenous Relations Intern to support Indigenous relations, community engagement and PAIR program activities. You will contribute across pillars including leadership, employment, business development and community relationships.

You will assist with event coordination, communications, data reporting and content creation for newsletters and websites, with weekend work as needed.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Indigenous Studies or related field.
• Available for a 4 or 8 month term beginning January or May 2027.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license is an asset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong time management.
• Lived experience or knowledge of Indigenous culture, history, governance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation and tracking of PAIR initiatives.
• Participate in Indigenous and non-Indigenous community meetings and events.
• Coordinate and activate Indigenous and non-Indigenous community events and sponsorships.
• Assist with event logistics, setup, and takedown (must be able to lift up to 45lbs).
• Write articles and coordinate content for newsletters, websites and social channels.
• Support data collection, data entry and reporting.
• Coordinate in‑person cultural awareness and learning events.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Microsoft Office

Indigenous knowledge

Event coordination

Education

Post-secondary program in Indigenous Studies/related field

Job description

Sunoco LP in Burnaby is hiring a Community & Indigenous Relations Intern to support Indigenous relations, community engagement and PAIR program activities. You will contribute across pillars including leadership, employment, business development and community relationships.

You will assist with event coordination, communications, data reporting and content creation for newsletters and websites, with weekend work as needed.