Local Internship Program Coordinator

Job Posting: Local Internship Program Coordinator (19-Month Contract)
Department: Lands Department | Reports To: Executive Director
Status: Full-Time, 19-Month Contract
Location: Pickerel or Sudbury, ON (with regional travel) 

About WBAFN 

Waabnoong Bemjiwang Association of First Nations (WBAFN) supports member First Nations through services in housing, infrastructure, environment, and community development, promoting sustainability and self-determination. 

Position Summary 

WBAFN is seeking a Local Internship Program Coordinator to supervise up to 12 interns in a 15-month environmental and water stewardship program in partnership with Water First. The Coordinator will oversee recruitment, training logistics, and work placements while supporting intern success. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Support recruitment, hiring, and onboarding 
• Act as main contact for interns, Water First, and WBAFN 
• Monitor attendance and performance 
• Coordinate training workshops and travel 
• Approve timesheets and manage expenses 
• Support supervisors and address issues 
• Organize graduation and program gatherings 

Qualifications 

Required: 

• Strong communication and organizational skills 
• Experience working with Indigenous communities 
• Valid Class G Driver’s License and ability to travel 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 
• Ability to work independently and adapt 

Assets: 

• Recruitment experience 
• Environmental background 
• Related post-secondary education 
• Member of an affiliated First Nation (preferred) 

Work Conditions 

• Based in Pickerel or Sudbury 
• 25–30% regional travel (reimbursed) 
• Some outdoor work required 
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs during training 

How to Apply 

Submit your resume and cover letter by February 27, 2026 to: 

📧 ashley.zelionka@wbafn.com 

WBAFN encourages qualified Indigenous candidates to apply.