This document describes an internship opportunity with Northern Development to work on economic development projects in central and northern BC. Interns will work with communities on projects like starting a bakery and biomass company, develop investment profiles, and market internationally. The unpaid internship is up to 6 months and focuses on career preparation. Previous interns have obtained full-time economic development jobs after completing the program.

1. Economic DevelopmentInternship Opportunity

2. Internship Opportunity Are you interested in jumpstarting your career in the challenging and vibrant field of economic development?

3. Internship Opportunity Working with us, you will be making a positive difference for communities in central and northern BC. Start-Up of the Skeena Bakery in New Hazelton Start-Up of Pioneer Biomass in the Cariboo-Chilcotin

4. Work with Communities Investment-Ready Community Profiles. Build Your Work Portfolio and Expertise

5. International Projects International Investment Attraction Marketing. Build Your Work Portfolio and Expertise

6. Training Opportunities Build Your Network and Practical Knowledge

7. Coaching and Mentoring Work with non-profits, First Nations, and communities to assist them with business plan development, proposal writing, and more. Build Your Leadership Skills

8. Marketing Initiatives Engage our clients to build Northern Development’s upcoming project success story portal. Build Your Communication Skills

9. Internship Opportunity The fine print: Up to three internship positions Apply this week – Start dates now through May 2011 Up to six month employment terms ($20,000 contract) Focus on preparing for outstanding career opportunities within central and northern BC

10. How have the 2010 Interns Jump-Started Their Promising Careers?

11. Kelly Bryan Community Development Officer Tumbler Ridge, BC Graduated from UNBC in May 2010. Completed his internship with Northern Development in September 2010. Hired as the Community Development Officer for the District of Tumbler Ridge in November 2010.

12. Evan van Dyk Economic Development Officer Terrace, BC Graduated from UNBC in May 2010. Completed his internship with Northern Development in September 2010. Hired as the Economic Development Officer for the Terrace Economic Development Authority in September 2010.

13. Derek Baker Economic Development Officer Prince Rupert and Port Edward, BC Graduated from UNBC in May 2010. Completed his internship with Northern Development in February 2010. Hired as the Economic Development Officer for the Prince Rupert and Port Edward Economic Development Commission in June 2010.

14. How to Apply To learn more, and to apply, please get in touch with Brodie or Dean. Northern Development will provide an application package for all interested candidates. Email us! info@northerndevelopment.bc.ca We look forward to hearing from you!