Municipal Internship Program

Introduction

The Municipal Internship Program is Canada’s longest, continuous running internship program for new and recent post-secondary graduates to gain first-hand, practical experience and training in municipal government.

Municipalities across the province partner with Alberta Municipal Affairs to provide an 18-month intensive full-time program that allows participants to work under the mentorship of a senior municipal professional, develop a broad understanding of municipal government and develop skills and competencies in administration, finance or land use planning. Interns are employed by one of the selected host municipalities and receive professional development support from the host and Alberta Municipal Affairs.

For post-secondary students and recent grads

Start your career in local government with the Municipal Internship Program.

Discover your career path in public service

Become a municipal intern

For municipalities

Support emerging talent and strengthen your team by hosting an intern through the Municipal Internship Program.
Host a municipal intern

The first step towards a meaningful career

The Municipal Internship Program is a great way to start a career in public service. As an intern, you will work directly with a municipality, gain real-world experience and contribute to projects that make a difference in Alberta communities.