Deloitte Future of Canada Centre- Policy Analyst Internship (In Collaboration with IYR)

Indigenous Youth Roots

16d • Remote

About The Position

As part of Deloitte’s journey of reconciliation, it aims to foster meaningful and lasting relationships, working with Indigenous Peoples, clients, and communities from coast to coast to coast as part of its Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). This Internship is part of its commitment to the RAP’s Inclusion pillar to offer First Nations, Inuit, and Métis youth with an opportunity to explore a possible career in public policy and research.
This opportunity is a joint commitment with Indigenous Youth Roots’ (IYR) Centre for Indigenous Policy and Research (CIPR), hosted by Deloitte’s Future of Canada Centre (FCC) The selected student will complete a paid, full-time summer work term (starting May 2026). You will get to work closely with the FCC’s Indigenous Policy & Research Manager and IYR’s Advocacy & Engagement Manager on the day-to-day (virtual), who will offer mentorship, guidance, and support throughout your summer term.

Requirements

• Self-identifies as Indigenous in Canada (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis)
• Is working towards completion of an undergraduate or graduate degree, preferably in political science, public policy, Indigenous studies, business, economics, or a related field
• Has demonstrated curricular or extra-curricular interest in public policy, advocacy, Indigenous relations and/or community-building
• Is intellectually curious about the most pressing issues and opportunities facing the country
• Is organized and able to synthesize and communicate information in a clear and concise way
• Is proficient in MS Office applications, specifically PowerPoint, Excel and Word

Nice To Haves

• Priority will be given to applicants currently engaged with Indigenous Youth Roots (IYR) or have participated in one of its programs or events

Responsibilities

• Supporting the coordination, research, and development of Indigenous thought leadership and other policy documents
• Conducting quantitative and qualitative research on Indigenous topics
• Supporting inclusive engagement with First Nations, Inuit, and Métis youth, and collaborative projects in partnership with Indigenous Youth Roots
• Preparing your own thought leadership piece to share with organizational leadership with team support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern