Manitoba Government Job Opportunities
Internship and recruitment programs
These programs support civil service renewal and the goals of the Provincial Civil Service Diversity Strategy.
Internship programs
Career Assistance Program for Persons with Disabilities
Career Gateway Program for Visible Minorities (CGP)
Technical/Engineering Training Project for Visible Minority Immigrants
Volunteers in Public Service Program (VIPS) for Visible Minorities and Immigrants
Internship programs
We have three internship programs designed to recruit individuals that are interested in a career in the Manitoba civil service and have the potential to fill future vacancies:
- Aboriginal Public Administration Program (APAP) - download PDF brochure
- Management Internship Program (MIP) - download PDF brochure
- Public Administration Internship Program for Persons with Disabilities - download PDF brochure
How do they work?
Interns are hired through open competitions which are advertised on the Manitoba government’s job opportunities site (usually in the January-February time period). Applicants go through the normal assessment process (see After you apply) and successful candidates are appointed for a 2-year term starting in late May.
The programs start with an intensive 2-week orientation to the Manitoba civil service followed by placements, normally six months each, in areas such as financial and human resource management, program and project management, research and policy analysis. Placements are designed to:
- provide interns with a broad perspective to working in the civil service
- assist interns in furthering their career goals
- meet the needs of the organization
Throughout their placements interns receive feedback from the manager of the program area they are working in, and regularly meet with the program coordinator responsible for the internship program for advice and planning of the next placement.
During the 2-year period interns get together and network on a regular basis through a number of organized activities, including training in:
- areas related to the priorities of the Manitoba government
- key competencies that have been identified as important in the civil service
Interns are also invited to join the New Professionals Network which will complement the development and networking opportunities they receive through the internship programs. Aboriginal interns are welcome to join Touchstone.
During their last placement interns are encouraged to apply for regular positions within the Manitoba civil service. Although there is no guarantee of regular employment at the end of their internship, many of our past interns have gone on to a successful career within the civil service.
The starting salary for interns is the second step of the Administrative Officer 1 classification.
Placements include reasonable accommodations.
Who is eligible?
Successful candidates will:
- have a post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate with a public sector focus, or have an equivalent combination of education and experience
- have excellent skills in: oral and written communications, interpersonal communications and leadership
- understand and value diversity in the workplace
- have an interest in working for the Manitoba government
- for the Aboriginal Public Administration Program, have knowledge of Aboriginal issues, cultures and languages
- for certain programs, belong to the identified employment equity group
Career Assistance Program for Persons with Disabilities
The Career Assistance Program for Persons with Disabilities is designed to advance the employment of persons with disabilities in the Manitoba civil service.
How does it work?
Placement opportunities are identified in government department program areas where there is the likelihood of continuing employment by the department following the placement period.
When a placement opportunity is identified, applications on file are reviewed to identify individuals that meet the required qualifications (education, training and/or experience) required for the position. Candidates are required to go through an assessment process (see After you apply). Placements will include reasonable accommodations.
Successful applicants are placed in term positions at a classification and salary level appropriate for the duties and responsibilities of the job.
Although there is no guarantee of regular employment at the end of a placement, many of our past program participants have gone on to a successful career within the civil service.
Who is eligible?
To be eligible for this program you will:
- be a person with a disability and be willing to self-declare
- have qualifications suitable for a position within the civil service
What kinds of placements are available?
Opportunities range from administrative/clerical to professional, technical, and the trades. Your placement will depend on your career interests, job skills and current placement opportunities.
How to apply
Email your resumé to csc@gov.mb.ca:
- in the subject line of the email put: “Application for the Career Assistance Program for Persons with Disabilities”
- in the body of the email confirm that you are a person with a disability
If you do not have email, contact the Civil Service Commission to arrange to submit your resumé.
Resumés are kept on file for six months. If you want to renew your application send an email to the same address using the same subject line as when you originally submitted your application. In the body of the email confirm that you would like your resumé kept on file for a further six months.
Career Gateway Program for Visible Minorities (CGP)
The CGP is designed to provide visible minorities with employment experience in the Manitoba government so they can successfully compete for positions within the civil service.
How does it work?
Placement opportunities are identified in government department program areas where there is either the need for a term employee, or where vacancies in regular positions are expected in the near future.
When a placement opportunity is identified, applications on file are reviewed to identify individuals that meet the required qualifications (education, training and/or experience) required for the position. Candidates are required to go through an assessment process (see After you apply).
Successful applicants are placed in term positions at a classification and salary level appropriate for the duties and responsibilities of the job.
Although there is no guarantee of regular employment at the end of a placement, many of our past program participants have gone on to a successful career within the civil service.
Who is eligible?
To be eligible for this program you will:
- be a visible minority and be willing to self-declare
- be legally entitled to work in Canada
- have qualifications suitable for a position within the civil service
What kinds of placements are available?
Opportunities range from administrative/clerical to professional, technical, and the trades. Your placement will depend on your career interests, job skills and current placement opportunities.
How to apply
Email your resumé to csc@gov.mb.ca:
- in the subject line of the email put: “Application for the Career Gateway Program for Visible Minorities”
- in the body of the email confirm that you are a visible minority and that you are legally entitled to work in Canada
If you do not have email, contact the Civil Service Commission to arrange to submit your resumé.
Resumés are kept on file for six months. If you want to renew your application send an email to the same address using the same subject line as when you originally submitted your application. In the body of the email confirm that you would like your resumé kept on file for a further six months.
Technical/Engineering Training Project for Visible Minority Immigrants
The goal of the Technical/Engineering Training Project for Visible Minority Immigrants is to provide relevant work experience and training to visible minority immigrant engineering professionals so they can satisfy certification requirements within Manitoba, and potentially fill engineering technician, technology and professional engineering positions in the civil service.
How does it work?
Placement opportunities are identified in government department program areas where there is either an existing vacancy or where vacancies are expected in the near future.
When a placement opportunity is identified, applications on file for the Career Gateway Program are reviewed to identify individuals that meet the required qualifications (education, training and/or experience) required for the position. Candidates are required to go through an assessment process similar to the one used for an advertised position (see After you apply).
Successful applicants are placed in term positions at a classification and salary level appropriate for the duties and responsibilities of the job. They receive supports such as: coordination with the appropriate certification bodies, coordination with English language educational services (if required), training and development plans, and performance monitoring and management.
Although there is no guarantee of regular employment at the end of a placement, this program was developed due to the growing demand within the civil service for technical/engineering related employees. It is expected that participants that can satisfy the certification requirements and have, or are able to develop, good communication skills will be successful in gaining regular employment within the civil service.
Who is eligible?
To be eligible for this program you will:
- be a visible minority and be willing to self-declare
- be an immigrant (born outside of Canada)
- have received your education and training outside of Canada
- be legally entitled to work in Canada
- have relevant training or a combination of education, training and experience in the technical/engineering area
What kinds of placements are available?
There are many government program areas in the Manitoba government that employ engineering technicians and technology and professional engineers. Your placement will depend on your career interests, job skills and current placement opportunities.
How to apply
Applications received for the Career Gateway Program for Visible Minorities are reviewed to see if they are eligible for this project. To be considered eligible, you must confirm in the email you submit with your application that you are a visible minority immigrant.
Volunteers in Public Service Program (VIPS) for Visible Minorities and Immigrants
The VIPS Program for Visible Minorities and Immigrants is designed to provide visible minorities and immigrants with work experience in a Canadian setting.
How does it work?
When a volunteer opportunity is identified, applications on file are reviewed to identify individuals that meet the requirements.
Volunteer placements are normally full time for six weeks or 15 hours a week for 12 weeks.
Who is eligible?
To be eligible for this program you must:
- be a visible minority or an immigrant (if you aren’t you can apply for the standard VIPS program)
- be legally entitled to work in Canada
What are the benefits to you?
If you receive a job under this program you will be provided the opportunity to:
- gain practical work experience in a Canadian workplace
- develop or sharpen your marketable skills
- explore possible career choices
- make important job contacts
- get valuable references
What kinds of placements are available?
Opportunities range from administrative/clerical to professional, technical, and the trades. Your placement will depend on your career interests, job skills and current volunteer opportunities.
How do I apply?
Email your resumé to csc@gov.mb.ca:
- in the subject line of the email put: “Application for VIPS for Visible Minorities and Immigrants”
- in the body of the email confirm that you are a visible minority or an immigrant and that you are legally entitled to work in Canada
If you do not have email, contact the Civil Service Commission to arrange to submit your resumé.
Resumés are kept on file for six months. If you want to renew your application send an email to the same address using the same subject line as when you originally submitted your application. In the body of the email confirm that you would like your resumé kept on file for a further six months.