Current Internships
EYA WORK EXPERIENCE - SKILLS LINK PROGRAM
November 2011 - March 2012
The Environmental Youth Alliance (EYA) is hiring 10 youth for our environmental work experience internships starting November 30, 2011.
6 weeks of training and 11 weeks of work experience with partner agencies will provide a well rounded program focusing on skill development in the environmental sector. These work experience placements will include such diverse activities as food growing, environmental education, non-profit programs, community event planning, and administrative project support.
The placements will be throughout the Lower Mainland, with at least 1 day/week in Vancouver. Minimum wage for 30 hours a week + $400 completion bonus.
The program is funded by Service Canada's Skill Link Program and targets youth who are experiencing barriers to employment. This includes but is not limited to the following:
no post secondary education; person with a disability; Aboriginal origin; visible or ethnic minority; health, drug and/or alcohol-related problems; single parent; low levels of literacy and numeracy; depression; lack of social supports; poor self discipline and management
EYA honours a diverse workplace, no experience necessary, no education requirement. Candidates must be:
o Under/Unemployed
o 16-29
o Not in school full time
o Not currently eligible or in receipt of employment insurance
o A Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee status has been conferred
o Legally entitled to work according to provincial legislation and regulation
Please send resume/letter of interest…
by email: hartley@eya.ca by mail: 517-119 West Pender, Vancouver, BC, V6B 1S5
In your cover letter please explain your interest in the program and current employment barriers.
DEADLINE: November 16, 2011
Contact us after Nov 16, as we may have spots left
Self-funded EYA International Internships for those WITHOUT Post-Secondary Education
EYA is offering a self-funded internship option for those who don't have a post secondary degree, or who have their own resources for the program. The internship offers opportunities for training and meaningful work assignment.
The expected cost of the internship will vary with location, but expect to pay for your flight, visas, insurance and vaccinations, as well as groceries and domestic travel. A minimum you should expect is $5000.
This is a great opportunity if you want to travel AND do something meangful. We can help you with fundraising ideas and provide you with a project portfolio and charitable donation receipts.
Last year, we had two self-funded interns, one of which received full time employment, and the other who started a degree program as a result.
If you are interested in this option, please email Karun Koernig at karun@eya.ca.
