Job Title: People & Organizational Culture Intern (co-op term)

Work term: Fall 2026

Location: Remote (Millbrook, NS)

📍 Deadline to Apply: July 27, 2026📍

About this Opportunity

This is aco-operative education term employment opportunity within Ulnooweg's People and Organizational Culture team. This is a unique opportunity to gain experience working in an Indigenous-led organization which requires the fulfilment of all duties aligning with the principles of Etuaptmumk and Netukulimk. You will have the opportunity to learn how world views inform the practice and continuous development of human resources. Navigating the implementation and continuous revision of HR practices with a lens of decolonization is central to the role.

This co-op placement offers an exciting opportunity for a motivated and resourceful student to gain hands-on experience in Human Resources process development, systems improvement, and digital workplace solutions.The ideal candidate is a self-starter who enjoys problem-solving, managing multiple priorities, and creating efficient processes and systems. You are comfortable working independently, confident troubleshooting challenges, and thrive in a collaborative Microsoft 365 environment.

In this role, you will support the design, development, and implementation of a SharePoint site for the People & Organizational Culture (P&OC) team. Working closely with employees and stakeholders across a diverse multi-entity organizational ecosystem, you will help create tools and processes that enhance collaboration, information sharing, and operational effectiveness while gaining valuable experience in HR systems and project work.

Other responsibilities may include

Support with recruitment activities and candidate administration using HRIS systems.
Process routine P&OC transactions in compliance with organizational policies and benefits programs.
Maintain accurate employee records and P&OC documentation.
Organize and maintain electronic records and filing systems.
Support other P&OC duties as required.

Qualifications

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
The ability to exercise initiative and work independently.
The ability to manage multiple demands simultaneously.
A high regard for accuracy and attention to detail.

Work Conditions

This position works remotely with regular use of a computer.

Conditions of Employment

Satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Eligibility

This position is supported through the Nova Scotia Co-operative Education Incentive (CEI) Program. Applicants must be currently enrolled in a recognized post-secondary co-operative education program and eligible to complete a Fall 2026 co-op work term.

Students are encouraged to confirm their co-op eligibility with their institution’s Co-op Coordinator before applying.

The successful candidate will be required to provide documentation confirming enrollment in an eligible co-op work term.

About Ulnooweg

Since 1985, Ulnooweg Development Group has represented Atlantic Canada as a member of the National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association (NACCA). Our organization is an autonomous, Indigenous-controlled, community-based financial non-profit that encourages Indigenous entrepreneurship and community building in Atlantic Canada. As an Aboriginal Financial Institution (AFI), we offer diversified sources of capital and dedicated business support to Atlantic Indigenous entrepreneurs and communities.

The Development Group is one of three organizations that represent Ulnooweg, an established and innovative Indigenous-led organization dedicated to taking a transformative and complex, community-centered approach.

The three organizations work together to benefit the communities they serve:

Ulnooweg Development Group Inc. (IFI),
The Ulnooweg Education Centre (an education and research charity),
Ulnooweg Indigenous Communities Foundation (a charitable foundation).

Together, these organizations work to break down systemic barriers faced by Indigenous communities and individuals through truth and reconciliation.

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