Apply for the Black Youth Development and Mentorship Program
The Black Youth Development and Mentorship Program provides career exploration for Black youth in grades 11 and 12 through 8-week, paid summer jobs with government. You can apply from 18 March to 5 April 2024.
Apply for the Black Youth Development and Mentorship Program.
The Black Youth Development and Mentorship Program introduces Black students in grades 11 and 12 to career options in government.
The program is offered in the summer and provides 8-week, paid summer jobs for Black youth in grades 11 and 12 who are planning to attend university or college. Students earn a salary, get real-world work experience, learn how government works and explore different jobs.
Summer jobs start on 3 July 2024 and end on 28 August 2024.
Mentorship and networking
During the program, students are paired with mentors. Mentors help students develop their professional skills and provide support throughout the program. Weekly workshops and guest speaker presentations also provide opportunities for students to learn and network.
Interview
If your job application is successful, the program will contact you to schedule an interview. If you applied for more than 1 job, you may need to do more than 1 interview. You can review interview tips to help prepare for your interview.
Preparing for first day of your summer job
For your first day of work, make sure you:
- are punctual and arrive on time
- know your work location and how to get to your place of work (if you take the bus, make sure you check the bus route before your first day)
- know where you can park your car, if you’re driving
- arrive at least 10 minutes early
- make sure your work clothes match the expected dress code
- check the weather and make sure your clothes will be appropriate, if you’re working outside
- pack a lunch or snacks for your workday
Help with your application
The Black Youth Development and Mentorship Program can help you with the application process and answer questions about the program.
Eligibility
You can apply for the program if you’re a:
- student in grade 11 or 12 who is planning to go to university or college
- resident of Nova Scotia, Canadian citizen or Landed Immigrant
You also need to meet 1 of the following criteria:
- you’re an African Nova Scotian (Black) student with genealogical or ancestral connections to a historical African Nova Scotian (Black) community
- you’re an African Nova Scotian (Black) student with parents or guardians who are of Black African descent
- you’re Afro-Caribbean
You need to apply by 5 April 2024.
How to apply
- Review the different summer jobs available through the program (make sure you review the detailed job descriptions and keep the reference code for each job you’re interested in).
- Apply online.
- Check the application for details on all required supporting documents.
- Submit your completed application and supporting documents (including your resume and letter of reference).
- If you meet the eligibility criteria, the Black Youth Development and Mentorship Program emails you to schedule a conversation with the program team.
How long it takes
It should take 4 to 6 weeks for the Black Youth Development and Mentorship Program to let you know if you’re getting an interview. It can take longer if more information is needed or if your application hasn’t been filled in correctly.
Cost
There is no cost to apply for the program.
Before you start
Make sure you have:
- resume that describes who you are, your education and any work experience
- letter of reference
- social insurance number (SIN)
- bank account, including account number, branch number and institution number (you can find this on a void cheque)
- email address (the program emails you if it needs more information to process your application)