Columbia Basin Trust is seeking a Summer Student to join our Delivery of Benefits team from May through August 2025 in one of our four offices: Castlegar, Cranbrook, Golden or Nakusp. If you are self-motivated, results-oriented and have strong communication skills, we want to hear from you!

The rate of pay for this position is $25.00 per hour.

Reporting to the Manager, Special Initiatives you will:

• Conduct research and analysis for Trust initiatives and programs relating to all sectors within Delivery of Benefits.
• Identify and communicate ideas, opportunities and issues that are relevant to the development and operation of Trust programs and initiatives.
• Support public meetings, advisory committee meetings or other related activities.
• Provide administrative and office support services.

We are looking for a post-secondary student who is familiar with and connected to the Columbia Basin region of British Columbia. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication, research, and analytical skills.

Candidates must be post-secondary students, preferably enrolled in a program related to community development, public administration, business, economics, planning, or a similar field, particularly with an environmental, social, or business focus. The student should be returning to school in the next academic year. Experience, whether through work or volunteering, with non-profit organizations, service clubs, or community-based initiatives would be an asset.

How to apply:

If you have what it takes to fill this exciting opportunity, submit a cover letter and resume on our website at https://ourtrust.org/careers by March 7, 2025. The Trust respects and values the rich and diverse cultures in the Columbia Basin. We welcome and encourage those with different backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Who are we?

Our staff team is made up of highly motivated, innovative and passionate individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment and want to contribute to Basin communities. Working alongside the people of the Basin, the Trust is committed to strengthening where we live, now and for future generations.

The Trust gratefully operates in the unceded, traditional territories of the Ktunaxa, Lheidli T’enneh, Secwépemc, Sinixt and Syilx Nations. This region is also home to six Metis Nation BC Chartered Communities. We have offices in four communities in the Basin: Castlegar, Nakusp, Cranbrook and Golden. These communities offer year-round outdoor recreation, a vibrant arts and culture scene, and much more.