First Nations and Inuit Youth Employment Strategy Summer Work Experience Program

The First Nations and Inuit Summer Work Experience Program, is funded under the INAC First Nations and Inuit Youth Employment Strategy (FNIYES). FSIN receives 5% of the Yearly Regional allocation, approximately $50,000.00. The program allows FSIN to participate in the program by giving continuing university students a summer work experience opportunity with one of the FSIN Secretariats’ and/or Institutions. At the FSIN, the Education & Training Secretariat administers/coordinates the program.

FNIYES Objectives:
• To help youth acquire career-building skills by providing wage subsidies for their summer work experience
• To assist youth to learn increased career professionalism and to prepare for future entry into the labour market

Eligible Participants
First Nations and Inuit post-secondary students aged 15 to 30 ordinarily resident on-reserve or in recognized communities or on community lands who were registered as full-time students during the preceding academic year and who intend to return to school on a full-time basis in the following academic year.

The main objectives of the Summer Work Experience Program are to:
• Provide students with work opportunities, preferably in their chosen field, that will give them valuable experience for future employability
• Provide an opportunity for personal and professional development to each participant
• Provide work experience and training skills

Remuneration:
• Rate of pay is based on education, duties to be performed and past experience
Expected Duties:
• Office, research and data analysis duties
• Supporting FSIN events
• Other duties that may be assigned
• Minimal amount of travel involved
If students are interested in applying for one of the positions, send your resumes to the FSIN (by March 31, 2011): Attention: Human Resources Office, email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , fax: 306-665-0478

For more information please contact:
Garry Sibley
Education and Training Secretariat
Federation of Saskatchewan Indian Nations
Asimakaniseekan Asikiy Reserve
Suite 100 – 103A, Packham Avenue
Saskatoon, SK, S7N 4K4
Phone: 665-1215
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