AltaGas - Community & Indigenous Relations Intern, Ferndale
About The Position
The Community & Indigenous Relations Intern supports AltaGas' Ferndale team in delivering community engagement, communications, and Indigenous relations initiatives. The position offers hands-on experience working with community partners, Indigenous Nations, and internal stakeholders while learning about AltaGas' operations and its work with the communities where it operates. The four-month work term is based in Ferndale, Washington, with a stated start date of mid-June 2027. The hourly rate is $20.00–$25.00 USD. The intern must be enrolled in an undergraduate degree program and return to full-time studies after the work term. The role may occasionally require support for evening or weekend community events and travel to community events and engagement activities.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program and returning to full-time studies following the work term.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with social media platforms.
- Interest in community engagement, Indigenous relations, and stakeholder communications.
- Valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle for travel to community events and engagement activities.
- Ability to occasionally support evening or weekend community events.
Nice To Haves
- Preference for students pursuing Indigenous Studies, Communications, Public Relations, Community Development, Political Science, Sociology, Business, or a related field.
- Photography, graphic design, or content creation experience.
- Knowledge of the histories, cultures, traditions, and communities of Coast Salish Tribes and First Nations.
Responsibilities
- Support community engagement and outreach initiatives with Indigenous Nations, community organizations, and local stakeholders.
- Assist with planning and coordinating community events, engagement activities, and stakeholder meetings.
- Help develop communications materials, social media content, presentations, and other engagement resources.
- Support community investment and workforce development initiatives through research, program coordination, and impact tracking.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external partners on community and Indigenous relations projects.
- Provide administrative and project support as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Incentive bonus plans
- Holiday pay
- 401K matching
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Mentorship from experienced professionals
- Networking events, executive speaker sessions, Lunch & Learns, and a capstone project for professional development
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Career Level
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