Surrey

About the Opportunity

This position is offered through the Canada Summer Jobs program and is a great opportunity for students or youth looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional, team-based environment.

You will support daily administrative operations by preparing and proofreading documents, managing correspondence, organizing mail, maintaining filing systems, and coordinating office supplies and records.

The role includes supporting the Events and Engagement team with calendar management, meeting logistics, agenda preparation, minute-taking, and follow-up action tracking. You will assist with coordinating internal and external meetings, travel arrangements, expense submissions, and vendor and procurement processes, while ensuring accurate and confidential handling of information.

In addition, you will contribute to maintaining SOPs, templates, SharePoint sites, and inventory tracking systems, as well as supporting communications with internal teams and external stakeholders. Occasional participation in events, committees, and meetings outside regular hours may be required.

This role offers valuable, practical experience for those interested in event coordination, or administrative careers.

As per Canada Summer Jobs program requirements, candidates must be:

• Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at start of employment
• A Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or a person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
• Legally entitled to work according to BC legislation and regulation.
• International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.

Job Duties

• Prepare, key in, edit, and proofread correspondence, invoices, presentations, reports, and other materials from dictation and handwritten copy
• Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail (physical and electronic) and coordinate information flow across departments and organizations
• Order office supplies and maintain inventory levels
• Answer telephone and electronic inquiries and direct calls or messages appropriately
• Set up and maintain manual and computerized filing and information systems
• Establish and maintain office procedures and workflows
• Record and prepare minutes of meetings and track action items
• Arrange travel schedules and make reservations
• Compile data, statistics, and other information to support reporting and research activities
• Oversee day-to-day administrative operations, including calendar and shared inbox management
• Coordinate internal and external meeting logistics, including booking facilities and preparing agendas and materials
• Facilitate virtual or telephone meetings and support follow-up actions
• Prepare, organize, and coordinate sensitive and confidential documents, reports, and spreadsheets
• Maintain electronic and manual filing systems, including SharePoint and document repositories
• Coordinate with Finance and Procurement for purchase orders and vendor payments
• Update and maintain standard operating procedures, templates, checklists, and forms
• Perform administrative tasks including printing, scanning, photocopying, labelling, and record maintenance
• Track and manage event supplies and inventory
• Support travel arrangements and expense report submissions for staff
• Participate in committees and working groups as required
• Support occasional events or meetings outside regular business hours, including travel if required
• Use and adapt to various technologies (e.g., Word, Excel, databases, and other software)
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Collaborate effectively in an office and team environment (experience considered an asset)

Education

• College diploma/University degree in related field.

Does this role sound perfect to you, yet you don’t check every box?

We at MNBC realize that qualifications and experiences may look different for everyone.  If this career opportunity is of interest to you and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. 

MNBC thanks all applicants for their interest. Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

We strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our candidates with different abilities. If you require any accommodations to support you through the application process, please reach out to the People & Culture department at hr@mnbc.ca.

About the Opportunity

This position is offered through the Canada Summer Jobs program and is a great opportunity for students or youth looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional, team-based environment.

You will support literature reviews, surveys, and research activities, as well as assist in compiling and analyzing data for reports, publications, and scholarly work.

The role includes supporting research and evaluation projects within the Ministry of Health and Wellness, conducting environmental scans of Métis literature, and assisting with the drafting of abstracts for conferences. You will work closely with the research team to help synthesize findings and contribute to knowledge sharing and reporting.

This role offers valuable, practical experience for those interested in policy research within the health and wellness field, or administrative careers.

As per Canada Summer Jobs program requirements, candidates must be:

• Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at start of employment
• A Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or a person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
• Legally entitled to work according to BC legislation and regulation.
• International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.

Job Duties

• Assist in the research, handling, and storage of artifacts
• Support planning and development of travelling exhibitions and special events
• Ensure proper care and protection of cultural artifacts and collections during exhibitions, transit, and storage
• Classify artifacts and assign registration numbers; support inventory control processes
• Assist ADI staff with cataloguing and organizing data for artifacts and material arts objects
• Support installation, deinstallation, and maintenance of exhibitions
• Update and maintain collections and exhibition databases
• Support front-of-house programming by welcoming guests, assisting visitors, and helping lead tours
• Assist in developing social media content for exhibitions and ADI programs
• Contribute to the expansion of the Métis Material Arts Gallery (MMAG) digital exhibition
• Contact museums and institutions to request images and data for MMAG entries and obtain reproduction rights
• Prepare verified images and information for website upload
• Use and adapt to various technologies (e.g., Word, Excel, databases, and other software)
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Collaborate effectively in an office and team environment (experience considered an asset)

Education

• College diploma/University degree in related field.

Does this role sound perfect to you, yet you don’t check every box?

We at MNBC realize that qualifications and experiences may look different for everyone.  If this career opportunity is of interest to you and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. 

MNBC thanks all applicants for their interest. Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

We strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our candidates with different abilities. If you require any accommodations to support you through the application process, please reach out to the People & Culture department at hr@mnbc.ca.

About the Opportunity

This position is offered through the Canada Summer Jobs program and is a great opportunity for students or youth looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional, team-based environment.

You will prepare, edit, and proofread a variety of documents including correspondence, reports, presentations, and invoices, while also managing mail distribution, scheduling meetings, and maintaining organized filing systems.

The role includes supporting grant activities through research of funding opportunities, monitoring eligibility requirements, reviewing guidelines for compliance, and assisting with the organization of financial and reporting documentation. You will also help track grant status updates and maintain centralized records.

In addition, you will support sponsorship activities by conducting research on potential partners, assisting with donor and sponsor communications, and helping prepare materials such as logos and acknowledgements for marketing and event use.

This role offers valuable, practical experience for those interested in finance, grants, and sponsorship coordination, or administrative careers.

As per Canada Summer Jobs program requirements, candidates must be:

• Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at start of employment
• A Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or a person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
• Legally entitled to work according to BC legislation and regulation.
• International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.

Job Duties

• Prepare, key in, edit, and proofread correspondence, invoices, presentations, brochures, reports, and related materials from dictation and handwritten documents
• Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail (physical and electronic) and coordinate information flow across departments and organizations
• Schedule and confirm appointments and meetings for staff
• Set up and maintain manual and computerized filing and information systems
• Conduct preliminary research on funding opportunities and summarize key grant requirements
• Monitor government websites and funding portals for updates to eligibility criteria and application changes
• Compile and organize data for internal reports on grant status and funding activities
• File grant approvals, documentation, and communications in centralized systems
• Review grant guidelines for compliance and flag potential issues
• Assist in collecting and organizing financial documentation for reporting purposes
• Participate in meetings and take accurate notes
• Conduct sector research to identify potential sponsorship opportunities
• Support sponsor and donor communications
• Assist in compiling sponsor logos and names for marketing materials, websites, and event signage
• Use and adapt to various technologies (e.g., Word, Excel, databases, and other software)
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Collaborate effectively in an office and team environment (experience considered an asset)

Education

• College diploma/University degree in related field.

Does this role sound perfect to you, yet you don’t check every box?

We at MNBC realize that qualifications and experiences may look different for everyone.  If this career opportunity is of interest to you and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. 

MNBC thanks all applicants for their interest. Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

We strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our candidates with different abilities. If you require any accommodations to support you through the application process, please reach out to the People & Culture department at hr@mnbc.ca.

About the Opportunity

This position is offered through the Canada Summer Jobs program and is a great opportunity for students or youth looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional, team-based environment.

You will assist with the handling, storage, cataloguing, and inventory control of cultural objects, including assigning registration numbers and maintaining accurate collections records.

The role also involves supporting the planning and installation of exhibitions and special events, as well as ensuring the safe care of artifacts during display, transit, and storage. You will contribute to updating collections databases and assist with curatorial documentation.

In addition, you will support public engagement activities such as welcoming visitors, assisting with tours, and contributing to social media content for exhibitions and programs. The position also includes digital exhibition work, helping to expand the Métis Material Arts Gallery by sourcing images and data from institutions, securing reproduction rights, and preparing content for publication.

This role offers valuable, practical experience for those interested in museum and cultural collections work, or administrative careers.

As per Canada Summer Jobs program requirements, candidates must be:

• Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at start of employment
• A Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or a person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
• Legally entitled to work according to BC legislation and regulation.
• International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.

Job Duties

• Assist in the research, handling, and storage of artifacts
• Support planning and development of travelling exhibitions and special events
• Ensure proper care and protection of cultural artifacts and collections during exhibitions, transit, and storage
• Classify artifacts and assign registration numbers; support inventory control processes
• Assist ADI staff with cataloguing and organizing data for artifacts and material arts objects
• Support installation, deinstallation, and maintenance of exhibitions
• Update and maintain collections and exhibition databases
• Support front-of-house programming by welcoming guests, assisting visitors, and helping lead tours
• Assist in developing social media content for exhibitions and ADI programs
• Contribute to the expansion of the Métis Material Arts Gallery (MMAG) digital exhibition
• Contact museums and institutions to request images and data for MMAG entries and obtain reproduction rights
• Prepare verified images and information for website upload
• Use and adapt to various technologies (e.g., Word, Excel, databases, and other software)
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Collaborate effectively in an office and team environment (experience considered an asset)

Education

• College diploma/University degree in related field.

Does this role sound perfect to you, yet you don’t check every box?

We at MNBC realize that qualifications and experiences may look different for everyone.  If this career opportunity is of interest to you and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. 

MNBC thanks all applicants for their interest. Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

We strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our candidates with different abilities. If you require any accommodations to support you through the application process, please reach out to the People & Culture department at hr@mnbc.ca.

About the Opportunity

This position is offered through the Canada Summer Jobs program and is a great opportunity for students or youth looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional, team-based environment.

You will be the first point of contact for citizens, responding to telephone, in-person, and electronic inquiries, and providing clear information on eligibility, required documents, and application processes.

The role includes supporting data entry, maintaining accurate digital and paper records, and updating program spreadsheets and tracking systems to ensure reliable reporting. You will coordinate appointments, monitor shared inboxes, and assist with follow-ups to ensure timely responses to citizen requests.

You will also support administrative functions such as preparing meeting materials, assisting with budget and invoice processes, and maintaining an organized office environment, including managing supplies and program documents. The position involves assisting citizens with completing applications, supporting outreach activities, and collaborating with other MNBC ministries to provide wrap-around services.

This role offers valuable, practical experience for those interested in community service delivery within the Poverty Reduction Program, or administrative careers.

As per Canada Summer Jobs program requirements, candidates must be:

• Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at start of employment
• A Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or a person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
• Legally entitled to work according to BC legislation and regulation.
• International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.

Job Duties

• Respond to telephone, in-person, and electronic inquiries or direct them to the appropriate contact
• Provide information on eligibility criteria, required documents, and application steps for Poverty Reduction programs
• Assist citizens in completing applications by offering guidance and clarifying program requirements
• Perform basic bookkeeping tasks, including preparing purchase orders and cheque requisitions
• Photocopy, compile, and distribute documents for mailing, filing, and internal use
• Sort, process, and verify receipts, expenditures, forms, and other administrative documents
• Support data entry, filing, and maintenance of accurate digital and paper records
• Update program spreadsheets and tracking systems to support reporting and program monitoring
• Coordinate scheduling of in-person, virtual, and phone appointments with Ministry staff
• Monitor shared inboxes and ensure timely follow-up on requests
• Assist with administrative processes, including budget compilation, meeting preparation, and invoice/contract support
• Maintain organized office systems, including ordering supplies and managing program materials
• Support community outreach by preparing materials for events, workshops, and information sessions
• Collaborate with other MNBC ministries (Youth, Elders, Children & Family) to support integrated service delivery
• Develop and update internal resources such as guides, checklists, and templates
• Identify and suggest workflow improvements (e.g., intake processes, file organization, risk mitigation practices)
• Use and adapt to various technologies (e.g., Word, Excel, databases, and other software)
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Collaborate effectively in an office and team environment (experience considered an asset)

Education

• College diploma/University degree in related field.

Does this role sound perfect to you, yet you don’t check every box?

We at MNBC realize that qualifications and experiences may look different for everyone.  If this career opportunity is of interest to you and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. 

MNBC thanks all applicants for their interest. Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

We strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our candidates with different abilities. If you require any accommodations to support you through the application process, please reach out to the People & Culture department at hr@mnbc.ca.

About the Opportunity

This position is offered through the Canada Summer Jobs program and is a great opportunity for students or youth looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional, team-based environment.

You will support the planning and delivery of training programs by coordinating schedules, managing registrations, and communicating with participants.

The role includes preparing training materials and learning resources, assisting with virtual and in-person session logistics, and maintaining training records within databases and learning management systems (LMS). You will also track attendance, evaluations, and certifications, while supporting the development and formatting of presentations and educational content.

This role offers valuable, practical experience for those interested in Learning & Development (L&D) and training coordination, or administrative careers.

As per Canada Summer Jobs program requirements, candidates must be:

• Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at start of employment
• A Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or a person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
• Legally entitled to work according to BC legislation and regulation.
• International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.

Job Duties

• Conduct literature reviews, surveys, laboratory experiments, and other research for scholarly publications
• Compile research findings and assist with analysis and preparation of journal articles and research papers
• Conduct research on post-secondary policy, Indigenous education, and labour market trends to support MNBC Métis College development and STEPS initiatives
• Assist in drafting briefing notes, environmental scans, and research summaries to support strategic and operational decision-making
• Support coordination of community engagement activities
• Collect, organize, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to support policy and program improvements
• Collaborate with Employment Services to identify and address service delivery gaps
• Use and adapt to various technologies (e.g., Word, Excel, databases, and other software)
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Collaborate effectively in an office and team environment (experience considered an asset)

Education

• College diploma/University degree in related field.

Does this role sound perfect to you, yet you don’t check every box?

We at MNBC realize that qualifications and experiences may look different for everyone.  If this career opportunity is of interest to you and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. 

MNBC thanks all applicants for their interest. Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

We strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our candidates with different abilities. If you require any accommodations to support you through the application process, please reach out to the People & Culture department at hr@mnbc.ca.

About the Opportunity

This position is offered through the Canada Summer Jobs program and is a great opportunity for students or youth looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional, team-based environment.

You will support the planning and delivery of training programs by coordinating schedules, managing registrations, and communicating with participants.

The role includes preparing training materials and learning resources, assisting with virtual and in-person session logistics, and maintaining training records within databases and learning management systems (LMS). You will also track attendance, evaluations, and certifications, while supporting the development and formatting of presentations and educational content.

This role offers valuable, practical experience for those interested in Learning & Development (L&D) and training coordination, or administrative careers.

As per Canada Summer Jobs program requirements, candidates must be:

• Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at start of employment
• A Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or a person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
• Legally entitled to work according to BC legislation and regulation.
• International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.

Job Duties

• Conduct literature reviews, surveys, laboratory experiments, and other research for scholarly publications
• Compile research findings and assist with analysis and preparation of journal articles and research papers
• Conduct research on post-secondary policy, Indigenous education, and labour market trends to support MNBC Métis College development and STEPS initiatives
• Assist in drafting briefing notes, environmental scans, and research summaries to support strategic and operational decision-making
• Support coordination of community engagement activities
• Collect, organize, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to support policy and program improvements
• Collaborate with Employment Services to identify and address service delivery gaps
• Use and adapt to various technologies (e.g., Word, Excel, databases, and other software)
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Collaborate effectively in an office and team environment (experience considered an asset)

Education

• College diploma/University degree in related field.

Does this role sound perfect to you, yet you don’t check every box?

We at MNBC realize that qualifications and experiences may look different for everyone.  If this career opportunity is of interest to you and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. 

MNBC thanks all applicants for their interest. Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

We strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our candidates with different abilities. If you require any accommodations to support you through the application process, please reach out to the People & Culture department at hr@mnbc.ca.

About the Opportunity

This position is offered through the Canada Summer Jobs program and is a great opportunity for students or youth looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional, team-based environment.

You will conduct literature reviews, surveys, and data analysis to support reports, briefing notes, and research summaries related to post-secondary policy, Indigenous education, and labour market trends.

The role involves compiling and analyzing both qualitative and quantitative data, assisting with environmental scans, and supporting the development of strategic and operational recommendations. You will also help coordinate community engagement activities and collaborate with internal teams to identify service delivery gaps and support program improvements.

This role offers valuable, practical experience for those interested in research, policy development, and community-focused initiatives, or administrative careers.

As per Canada Summer Jobs program requirements, candidates must be:

• Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at start of employment
• A Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or a person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
• Legally entitled to work according to BC legislation and regulation.
• International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.

Job Duties

• Conduct literature reviews, surveys, laboratory experiments, and other research for scholarly publications
• Compile research findings and assist with analysis and preparation of journal articles and research papers
• Conduct research on post-secondary policy, Indigenous education, and labour market trends to support MNBC Métis College development and STEPS initiatives
• Assist in drafting briefing notes, environmental scans, and research summaries to support strategic and operational decision-making
• Support coordination of community engagement activities
• Collect, organize, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to support policy and program improvements
• Collaborate with Employment Services to identify and address service delivery gaps
• Use and adapt to various technologies (e.g., Word, Excel, databases, and other software)
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Collaborate effectively in an office and team environment (experience considered an asset)

Education

• College diploma/University degree in related field.

Does this role sound perfect to you, yet you don’t check every box?

We at MNBC realize that qualifications and experiences may look different for everyone.  If this career opportunity is of interest to you and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. 

MNBC thanks all applicants for their interest. Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

We strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our candidates with different abilities. If you require any accommodations to support you through the application process, please reach out to the People & Culture department at hr@mnbc.ca.

About the Opportunity

This position is offered through the Canada Summer Jobs program and is a great opportunity for students or youth looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional, team-based environment.

You will prepare, edit, and proofread documents such as correspondence, reports, invoices, and presentations, while also managing mail distribution, responding to inquiries, and maintaining filing systems.

The role supports the day-to-day operations of the Métis Child Care Benefit program, including assisting Child Care Navigators, supporting providers with invoicing processes, and completing administrative tasks such as data entry, Excel reporting, and communication with families and service providers. You will also help track program outcomes, maintain accurate data, and support reporting and monitoring activities.

This role offers valuable, practical experience for those interested in program support, or administrative careers.

As per Canada Summer Jobs program requirements, candidates must be:

• Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at start of employment
• A Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or a person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
• Legally entitled to work according to BC legislation and regulation.
• International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.

Job Duties

• Prepare, key in, edit, and proofread correspondence, invoices, presentations, brochures, reports, and other materials from dictation and handwritten documents
• Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail (physical and electronic) and coordinate information flow internally and externally
• Respond to telephone and electronic inquiries and relay messages as needed
• Set up and maintain manual and computerized filing and information systems
• Compile data, statistics, and other information to support research and reporting activities
• Support Child Care Navigators in day-to-day operations of the Métis Child Care Benefit (MCCB) program
• Assist child care providers with MCCB invoicing processes
• Perform administrative tasks including creating Excel documents, data entry, data collection, invoicing, and contacting families and service providers
• Develop and report on key outcomes, targets, and service delivery statistics to support monitoring and evaluation
• Maintain accurate records to support evidence-based practices, invoicing, and program reporting
• Use and adapt to various technologies (e.g., Word, Excel, databases, and other software)
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Collaborate effectively in an office and team environment (experience considered an asset)

Education

• College diploma/University degree in related field.

Does this role sound perfect to you, yet you don’t check every box?

We at MNBC realize that qualifications and experiences may look different for everyone.  If this career opportunity is of interest to you and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. 

MNBC thanks all applicants for their interest. Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

We strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our candidates with different abilities. If you require any accommodations to support you through the application process, please reach out to the People & Culture department at hr@mnbc.ca.

About the Opportunity

This position is offered through the Canada Summer Jobs program and is a great opportunity for students or youth looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional, team-based environment.

You will assist in developing and maintaining relationships with suppliers and partners, sourcing goods and services, and supporting the purchasing and delivery of materials.

The role involves reviewing supplier quotations, coordinating logistics and delivery schedules, maintaining inventory, and helping ensure timely distribution of resources. You will also support the development and implementation of procurement strategies, including engagement with Métis artists and vendors to support culturally relevant materials for education and early learning.

This role offers valuable, practical experience for those interested in procurement, vendor relations, and project coordination, or administrative careers.

As per Canada Summer Jobs program requirements, candidates must be:

• Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at start of employment
• A Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or a person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
• Legally entitled to work according to BC legislation and regulation.
• International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.

Job Duties

• Develop and maintain relationships with existing and prospective buyers and suppliers
• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials, services, and land or access rights as required
• Assess organizational needs and develop specifications for goods, equipment, and supplies
• Issue tenders, consult with suppliers, and evaluate quotations
• Coordinate delivery logistics, monitor progress, and resolve issues with clients and suppliers
• Coordinate the development and procurement of Métis-specific cultural resources for the Ministry of Education
• Develop and implement procurement, storage, and distribution strategies for cultural and educational materials
• Maintain inventory levels of Métis-specific early learning and cultural resources
• Source and engage reliable suppliers, vendors, and Métis artists
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with vendors, suppliers, and artists
• Negotiate with suppliers and vendors to secure favourable terms
• Coordinate implementation and distribution of resources, including large-scale mailouts and digital access initiatives for Métis communities in B.C.
• Use and adapt to various technologies (e.g., Word, Excel, databases, and other software)
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality
• Collaborate effectively in an office and team environment (experience considered an asset)

Does this role sound perfect to you, yet you don’t check every box?

We at MNBC realize that qualifications and experiences may look different for everyone.  If this career opportunity is of interest to you and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. 

MNBC thanks all applicants for their interest. Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.

We strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our candidates with different abilities. If you require any accommodations to support you through the application process, please reach out to the People & Culture department at hr@mnbc.ca.