Fiscal Policy Intern

Role Responsibilities

Shape Alberta’s Economic Future as a Fiscal Policy Intern: Empower Change, Drive Growth!
 

Are you passionate about economic research and long-term fiscal sustainability? Are you excited to dive into data and derive meaningful insights to inform policy decisions? Do you want to contribute to provincial budget preparation and apply your creativity and critical thinking skill to policy development? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! 
 

The Intern will be provided an opportunity to learn and gain a broad understanding of the functions and responsibilities of branches within the Economics and Fiscal Policy (EFP) Division, and will participate in, and be responsible for, tasks and projects that contribute to the work and functions performed by the division.
 

Over 24 months, the Intern will be given a wide exposure to economic analysis and forecasting, policy development and analysis, federal and provincial fiscal relations, the legislative and government decision-making process, application of specific legislation, provincial fiscal management and reporting, and the production of demographic and social statistics.
 

The Intern will rotate between four branches and is expected to gain the following knowledge:

• availability of data, its appropriate uses and limitations.
• the priority policies of the government and the various branches' roles in ministry and cross-government initiatives.
• Alberta's fiscal framework and key economic and demographic drivers/trends in the province, including important industry sectors and variables that impact the province; and the responsibilities of various levels of government, their relationships and the province's positions on major issues.
   

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Qualifications

A recent degree in Economics, Finance, Law, Public Administration or related field. 
 

Preference will be given to individuals with a master’s degree in economics.  

No previous work experience is required for this position.
 

Strong written and oral communications skills with the ability to communicate highly technical issues in simple (non-technical), clear language is required. 
 

The intern must also possess strong interpersonal skills to facilitate working with others to meet divisional duties and responsibilities. 
 

A cover letter is required. The cover letter should outline how your experience relates to the qualifications of this role.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. 

Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

1 full time permanent position located in Edmonton.
 

Hours of work: 7.25 hours per day / 36.25 hours per week (Monday – Friday).
 

Candidates selected for interview may be asked to complete a written exercise as part of the assessment process.
 

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
 

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
 

 Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages- working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.mepp.ca
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• Leadership and mentorship programs