Summer Student Opportunities – High School and Entry-Level Roles

COMPETITION:

POSITION TYPE:Casual

SCHEDULE: Full-Time (generally Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, 1-hour lunch)

EMPLOYMENT PERIOD: Start and end dates vary by position. Most roles begin between early May and early July 2026 and conclude around late August 2026.

ABOUT INUVIALUIT REGIONAL CORPORATION (IRC)

IRC was created in 1984 to represent the Inuvialuit and their rights and benefits obtained under one of Canada's oldest comprehensive land claim agreements. With assets over $1 billion, not including vast land holdings, IRC is responsible for corporate investment, land management, and a broad range of social, cultural, and economic programs and services benefiting Inuvialuit. Its subsidiaries have interests in grocery, manufacturing, property management, transportation, and significant dealings in the oil and gas industry.

Since its inception, IRC has experienced considerable growth, and its structure and operations have become increasingly complex. Combining local government and service delivery, community development, investment, and operating business divisions, all managed by a single back office, the organization has an array of complexities for the executive staff to navigate. There is an emphasis on fostering understanding, healing, and resilience in a region brimming with unique social challenges and immense potential for transformative change.

JOBS SUMMARY

Are you a high school student (Grade 10+) or looking for entry-level summer work? IRC offers paid summer jobs in Inuvik, NT for students returning to studies in Fall 2026. All positions require you to be between 15 and 30 years old and able to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check. If you're interested but don't meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.

Available Positions & Requirements

Labourer – Inuvialuit Development Corporation (IDC) Properties

Maintenance and operational support (painting, repairs, yard work, upkeep of rental units).

• Valid Class 5 Driver's License
• Willingness for physical/outdoor work
• Punctual, reliable, motivated to learn
• Experience with tools, painting, or maintenance is an asset

Labourer – Mackenzie Hotel

General maintenance to ensure hotel safety, cleanliness, and facility upkeep.

• Reliable, punctual, willing to learn
• Comfortable with physical tasks (lifting, bending, standing)
• Basic understanding of tools and maintenance tasks is an asset

Housing Assistant – Major Projects

Support the Elders Repair Program with admin and operational tasks for housing maintenance and repairs.

• Interest in housing services, social work, or community support
• Organizational and time-management skills
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook
• Respectful communication with elders

Junior Researcher – Inuvialuit Land Administration (ILA)

Assist with archaeological fieldwork, excavation, artifact handling, and environmental recording.

• Physically able for outdoor fieldwork
• Reliable, dedicated, able to work independently and as part of a team
• First Aid certification is an asset
• Willingness to travel by helicopter and do overnight field stays is an asset
• Interest in archaeology, history, or environmental studies is an asset

Greenhouse Worker / ICEDO Assistant – Inuvialuit Community Economic Development Organization (ICEDO)

Support greenhouse operations and admin, including horticulture, equipment maintenance, and data entry.

• Comfortable in warm, humid environments
• Reliable, motivated
• Safe Food Handling certification is an asset
• Experience in gardening, horticulture, or food production is an asset

Community Cultural Program Assistant – Health & Wellness

Support summer health and wellness programming, including administrative support, day camps, on-the-land initiatives, and cultural wellness activities.

• Reliable, adaptable, comfortable with youth and community members
• First Aid certification is an asset
• Strong organizational and communication skills are an asset
• Interest in health promotion, community development, or cultural programming is an asset

Sports Coordinator – Accounting & Finance

Plan, organize, and deliver sports and recreational programs for youth.

• Interest in event planning or sports coordination
• Organizational and time-management skills
• Reliable, enthusiastic, positive attitude
• Experience in event planning or sports coordination is an asset

TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and cover letter (optional) by pressing the Apply for This Job button at the top right of this web page and follow the application steps.

When you apply you will have the opportunity to indicate which positions you are interested in being considered for. Our team will reach out to if you are selected for an interview.

Need help with your application?

The Education, Training & Capacity (ETC) Career Centre offers free support for resume writing, job search strategies, career planning, and more. Appointments, walk-ins, and phone consultations are available. If you're outside Inuvik, we can help connect you to local resources.

Contact: Donna Wolki, Program Success Worker

Email:

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Priority consideration is given to beneficiaries of the Inuvialuit Final Agreement (IFA) please identify in your application if you are a beneficiary of the IFA.
• If you require accommodations for the recruitment process, please contact us at to let us know how we can assist you.
• Thank you for your interest in working with IRC We appreciate every application. We'll contact you if you're selected for an interview.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Vacation benefits: We provide eligible employees with vacation pay at a rate of 4% on each bi-weekly pay.
• Wellness Benefits: We provide all employees with access to an employee and family assistance program.

For more information about our organization, go to

Human Resources

Inuvialuit Regional Corporation

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