Policy / Government Jobs in Canada 2026
4 entry-level positions available (1 full-time, 3 internships)
Policy and public-sector roles fit students from history, political science, economics, sociology, international relations, public policy, and other social-science programs. Entry-level work often involves policy research, briefing notes, stakeholder scans, program support, and government relations coordination.
In-Demand Skills for Policy / Government
Showing all policy / government positions for new grads, juniors, and interns in Canada.
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Program Coordinator
Government of Alberta
📍 Edmonton, Alberta
Coordinate programs, grants, communications, and policy initiatives.
Full-time · Permanent · $76,613 - $100,492/year · Permanent
Posted Jul 08, 2026
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Remote
Legal & Research Intern
TiriVelo Inc
📍 Etobicoke, Ontario
Support startup legal research and policy docs
Internship · 6 months · Unpaid · Remote (Canada & US)
Posted Jul 17, 2026
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Graduate Heritage Intern – Planning & Environment
Town of Banff
📍 Banff, AB
Support heritage policy planning and research initiatives.
Full-Time · Term contract · $25.00/hour · Start Sept 8, 2026
Posted Jul 10, 2026
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(JRFP)-Jr. Policy Researcher (Code: EU-2026-F895)
European Institute of Policy Research and Human Rights-AISBL
📍 Montreal, Quebec
Support policy research under supervision; develop analytical skills
Internship · 8 weeks · Remote
Posted Jul 08, 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
Can new grads get policy jobs in Canada?
Yes. Search for policy analyst, junior policy analyst, policy assistant, legislative assistant, government relations coordinator, and public-sector internship roles.
What should policy applicants highlight?
Highlight research methods, memo writing, data analysis, stakeholder work, bilingual ability, public-sector coursework, and any campus/government/nonprofit experience.