na wáyatsut chexw ta asḵwálwen
Squamish Nation Internship Program
Internship Postings Internship Program FAQs Explore your talent
na wáyatsut chexw ta asḵwálwen is the Sḵwx̱wú7mesh name given to the Squamish Nation Internship Program. It can be interpreted as “reveal your heart to yourself”.
This program offers opportunities for Sḵwx̱wú7mesh community members and connected individuals* to explore their career path, passion, and talent through an internship. During the three to six month assignment, interns will be provided training and experience through individual programs and departments.
*Connected individual(s): A person who has a significant connection to the community. Connected individuals include a spouse, parent, child, or grandchild of a Member. It also includes a person who lives within the Nation community and has a demonstrated connection to the community.
The Internship Program offers:
- Paid work experience.
- Career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests.
- Work rooted in traditional teachings.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- An environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.
At Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw, we are committed to building and fostering an environment where our employees feel included, valued, and heard. Let us know if you require any accommodations to the recruitment process. We are happy to work with you to provide an environment that would help bring out your best self.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Internship Program is for Sḵwx̱wú7mes community members and connected individuals. A Member who is a Nation employee on a Temporary or Casual agreement may apply if the internship begins after the completion of their current employment with the Nation. Permanent and Term employees are not eligible.
Each program is unique, offering training and experience in a variety of different areas and departments. The length of an internship can vary from three to six months depending on the opportunity.
The start of an internship will depend on the opportunity. However, typically, a start date will be two weeks after the offer of employment to allow appropriate time for the due diligence process.
Eligible individuals can apply through the recruitment portal.
All candidates are encouraged to submit a resume as part of their application. If you would like support creating a resume or assistance with the application process, we are happy to help! Please email careers@squamish.net or call 604-985-8335.
If you have any other questions, check out our Internship Program FAQs or contact us:
Email: careers@squamish.net
Phone: 604-985-8335
Nation Updates
Letter from Nexwsxwníw̓ntm ta Úxwumixw | Update on Squamish Nation Distribution Program
To the Squamish People, The Squamish Nation Council is pleased to announce approval for a special payment, again this year, ahead of the holidays.
2024 Office Holiday Closure
Squamish Nation offices will be closed for the holidays starting on Friday, December 20, 2024 and they will re-open on Thursday, January 2, 2025. Regular programs and services may not be running, but there are still many supports available to Members in need. Please reach out if you need support.
