Forest Policy Intern

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Apply By: Friday, February 27, :59 pm EST

Forest Policy Intern

Job ID:

240359

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Natural Resources

Division:

Policy Division

City:

Sault Ste Marie

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

2 Temporary for up to 12 months

Job code:

Forester 1

Salary:

$1, $1,329.75 Per week*

*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

As a member of Crown Forests and Lands Policy Branch, you will provide input and support to the development, maintenance, and implementation of a wide range of forest policies addressing topics such as: forest management guides including species at risk and special concern, forest information management, forest operations compliance monitoring, forest analysis, forest health and silviculture, forest management planning, forest policy and forestry renewal/futures trusts.

About the job

During your internship you will:

• apply your knowledge of legislation, theory, principles and practices of resource management to provide information and advice on questions related to sustainable forest management;
• apply your technical forestry knowledge (e.g., harvest practices, silviculture, forest stand dynamics and environmental impacts on non-timber resources) to important forest policy topics;
• contribute to the policy development process by assisting in defining problem statements, investigating options and developing draft policy recommendations;
• research background information and undertake literature reviews;
• investigate and undertake comparative analysis of policy approaches used in jurisdictions outside of Ontario;
• assist in policy transfer programs by producing presentation materials, developing graphics, assisting with logistical support, distribution of materials to participants, etc.

What you bring to the team
Eligibility:

• Proof of eligibility to work in Canada;
• Has graduated or will graduate from an approved or legally authorized college or university within the last four years
• Candidates are only eligible to participate in one MNR 12-month placement and must not have participated in the MNR internship program in the past.
• Are not a permanent employee in the Ontario Public Service.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Knowledge

• Basic working knowledge of forest management and environmental impacts on non-timber forest resources;
• Some working knowledge of legislation, policies, and procedures governing forest management in Ontario including current forest management principles, practices, and guides used in the Boreal Forest and Great Lakes-St. Lawrence/Deciduous Forest Regions;
• Basic understanding of ecosystem sustainability, wildlife habitat management, and biodiversity;
• Knowledge of worker responsibilities as outlined in the Occupational Health and Safety Act;
• Good interpersonal and communications skills (oral and written); and
• Good organizational and project management skills.

Analytical and Research Skills

• Understanding of policy and program development, research and analytical approaches and techniques, as well as resource management principles; and
• Basic analytical skills and some knowledge of current analytical resource models.

Computer Skills

• Basic knowledge of computer applications and information management (e.g., Microsoft Office, databases, and GIS)

Additional Information:

Successful candidates may be required to undergo an employment screening check in accordance with the Ontario Employment Screening Checks Policy.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• accessibility
• Anti-Racism Policy

Additional information:

Apply by:

Friday, February 27, :59 pm EST

Position details:

• 2 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 70 Foster Dr, Sault Ste Marie, North Region

Compensation group:

Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Work hours:

Schedule 3-A

Category:

Internships

Posted on:

Monday, February 2, 2026

How to apply:

• You must apply online.

• Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.

• Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.

• Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.

• OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.

• If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Language requirements and assessment:

All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:

Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.

Strengthening Ontario, together

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