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2026003

Casual

Full‑Time (generally Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, 1‑hour lunch)

Start and end dates vary by position. Most roles begin between early May and early July 2026 and conclude around late August 2026.

IRC was created in 1984 to represent the Inuvialuit and their rights and benefits obtained under one of Canada's oldest comprehensive land claim agreements. With assets over $1 billion, not including vast land holdings, IRC is responsible for corporate investment, land management, and a broad range of social, cultural, and economic programs and services benefiting Inuvialuit. Its subsidiaries have interests in grocery, manufacturing, property management, transportation, and significant dealings in the oil and gas industry.

Since its inception, IRC has experienced considerable growth, and its structure and operations have become increasingly complex. Combining local government and service delivery, community development, investment, and operating business divisions, all managed by a single back office, the organization has an array of complexities for the executive staff to navigate. There is an emphasis on fostering understanding, healing, and resilience in a region brimming with unique social challenges and immense potential for transformative change.

Are you a post‑secondary student looking for meaningful, paid summer work experience in Inuvik, NT? IRC offers a variety of opportunities for college, university, and technical school students returning to studies in Fall 2026. All positions require you to be between 15 and 30 years old and able to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check. If you’re interested but don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.

Support strategic research, financial analysis, and business planning. Develop market insights and assist with investment analysis and reporting.

• 3rd or 4th year in Business, Finance, or related program
• Strong analytical, Excel, PowerPoint, and communication skills
• Understanding of Inuvialuit history and culture is an asset

Assist with research, planning, coordination, and documentation for energy projects. Gain hands‑on experience in project execution and vendor coordination.

• Enrolled in Engineering, Business Administration, Project Management, or related program
• Analytical, computer literate, interest in energy/infrastructure
• Valid Driver’s License and travel ability an asset
• Oil & gas/energy coursework or experience is an asset

Please submit your resume and cover letter (optional) by pressing the “Apply for This Job” button at the top right of this web page and follow the application steps.

When you apply you will have the opportunity to indicate which positions you are interested in being considered for. Our team will reach out to you if you are selected for an interview.

The Education, Training & Capacity (ETC) Career Centre offers free support for resume writing, job search strategies, career planning, and more. Appointments, walk‑ins, and phone consultations are available. If you’re outside Inuvik, we can help connect you to local resources.

Donna Wolki, Program Success Worker
Email: dwolki@inuvialuit.com

• Priority consideration is given to beneficiaries of the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (IFA) – please identify in your application if you are a beneficiary of the IFA.
• If you require accommodations for the recruitment process, please contact us at hr@inuvialuit.com to let us know how we can assist you.
• Thank you for your interest in working with IRC! We appreciate every application. We’ll contact you if you’re selected for an interview.

• Vacation benefits: We provide eligible employees with vacation pay at a rate of 4% on each bi‑weekly pay.
• Wellness Benefits: We provide all employees with access to an employee and family assistance program.

For more information about our organization, go to https://irc.inuvialuit.com/jobs

Inuvialuit Regional Corporation
Email: hr@inuvialuit.com | Telephone: 867‑777‑7090 | Web: irc.inuvialuit.com

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