Community and Indigenous Relations Intern (Energy)

Location: Prince Rupert, British Columbia, Canada; local/home town must be Prince Rupert, BC or surrounding areas

Hourly rate: $24.00–$28.00 per hour

Company

AltaGas operates in the energy industry and supports community, Indigenous relations, and growth initiatives in Northwest British Columbia.

What you will do

• Support community engagement and relationship-building with Indigenous Nations, local communities, educational institutions, and community organizations.
• Plan and execute community events, industry engagement activities, and stakeholder outreach, including driving to event locations for setup and logistics.
• Develop communications materials, digital content, and engagement resources.
• Support community investment and workforce development programs by gathering information, tracking outcomes, and assisting with administration.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders on engagement and communications activities.
• Support special projects related to community relations, Indigenous engagement, communications, and corporate responsibility.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program in Indigenous Studies, Communications, Public Relations, Community Development, Political Science, Sociology, Business, or a related field.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with varied stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with social media platforms.
• Interest in community engagement, Indigenous relations, stakeholder communications, and corporate social responsibility initiatives.
• Local/home town must be Prince Rupert, BC or surrounding areas.

Nice to have

• Photography, graphic design, or content creation experience.
• Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, communities, and traditions in Northwest British Columbia.

Culture & Benefits

• Four-month internship from May 3, 2027 to August 20, 2027, with two positions available.
• Hands-on experience, mentorship, and collaboration with internal teams, community partners, and Indigenous Nations.
• Professional development sessions, networking events, executive speaker opportunities, and a capstone project.
• Exposure to community engagement, communications, Indigenous relations, stakeholder engagement, community investment, workforce development, and corporate responsibility initiatives in the energy industry.