
This opportunity is designated to candidates that identify as Mi'kmaq.
At the Department of Agriculture, our vision is to create a Nova Scotia agriculture and agri-food industry that is diversified, market-focused and profitable. We work to support the development of competitive, sustainable and profitable agriculture and agri-business industries that contribute to the economic, environmental and social prosperity of Nova Scotia.
Are you a Mi'kmaw student, looking for a summer job and an opportunity to experience the food security and the modern agricultural science industry? If so, we have a multi-layered opportunity for you.
The Department of Agriculture has an entrance scholarship of at least $2500 available to support your first year of study in an agricultural degree program at a Canadian university (the amount may be re-evaluated based on financial need). In addition to receiving the scholarship, you will also have a summer job with the Department of Agriculture after completing your first year. You will receive a salary for your work (~$10,000) and will gain valuable work experience and contacts in the agriculture industry, which will help you narrow down the kind of work you'd like to do in the future.
You are Mi'kmaq and enrolled in your first year of a B.Sc. (Agriculture) program at a Canadian university, starting in September 2022. You are excited to learn more about agriculture and you are willing to bring your community perspective to the job! Create a short communication (e.g. 2-4 minute video, 1-2 page essay, etc) to let us know:
The scholarship will be awarded pending proof of enrollment for the 2022-23 school year. The summer internship is expected to run from May 1 st, 2023 to August 25th, 2023. The internship work location is Truro-Bible Hill.
Pay Grade: HOURLY
Salary Range: $17.85 - $21.69 Bi-Weekly
1. Agricultural communication piece (video, essay, graphic design). Essays are two be 1-2 pages in length.
2. Transcript
3. Resume and cover letter
4. Reference letter (from a teacher, counsellor, student support worker, coach, employer, etc.)
Short-listed candidates will be invited to an interview in April 2022.
Please note this scholarship is for any Mi'kmaw students (secondary & mature) heading into their first year enrolled in their first year of a B.Sc. (Agriculture) program at a Canadian university.
The deadline to apply is April 30th 2022.
Applications will be assessed as follows:
Interest in agriculture and food security |
30 |
Academic achievement |
10 |
Extracurricular activities |
10 |
Demonstrates leadership |
5 |
Reference |
5 |
Interview |
40 |