SEEKING ABORIGINAL GRADUATES

Released on January 7, 2003

Applications are being accepted for the Aboriginal Management and

Professional Internship Program, a program that provides Aboriginal

university graduates with experience working in the Saskatchewan public

service.



The internship program provides successful applicants with two-year term

positions complete with salary and benefits. Aboriginal graduates who have

received their degree in the last five years are encouraged to apply.



"This program allows interns to supplement their education with hands-on,

professional experience," Minister Responsible for the Public Service

Commission Joanne Crofford said. "Interns will be better equipped to apply

for future job openings."



The program will provide interns with a strong foundation for future

careers in the provincial public service. By working with the growing

Aboriginal population, the Government can ensure the public service

reflects Saskatchewan's diverse population and provides the services

Saskatchewan people need.



Current interns are employed in various departments throughout government.

Through rotating job assignments and learning opportunities, these interns

are involved in areas such as policy development, program delivery, human

resources, communications, finance and planning.



Application forms and other information about the program are available on

the Public Service Commission's Web site at http://www.careers.gov.sk.ca.

Forms are also available at universities, band offices, SIAST campuses,

regional colleges, Aboriginal employment centres and Canada-Saskatchewan

Career and Employment Services locations throughout the province.



The deadline for applications is February 28th, 2003.



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For more information, contact:



Colleen Hawkesford

Public Service Commission

Regina

Phone: (306) 787-5581