Summer Employment Opportunity – Student Intern, Youth STEM Camps – Ignite Atlantic – Nova Scotia

About IGNITE

IGNITE is a rural innovation hub that brings people together to explore how to make change possible in rural communities. IGNITE aims to create a culture of innovation by engaging youth, communities, startups, and industries in finding solutions and creating opportunities.

More information is available on our website: www.igniteatlantic.com.

Summary of Role

As a Student Intern at IGNITE, you will help plan and facilitate Youth STEM Camps across Nova Scotia during summer 2025. You will play a key role in delivering IGNITE’s Youth Entrepreneurship and Up & Atom Sports and Science Camps by supporting curriculum development, engaging with youth, and managing camp logistics. This role involves travel throughout the province and is ideal for students passionate about youth engagement, education, and innovation.

Duties and Responsibilities

Youth Camp Facilitation:

● Facilitate Youth STEM camps across Nova Scotia, including Youth Entrepreneurship and Up & Atom Sports and Science Camps.

● Work directly with youth aged 10–15 to deliver engaging, hands-on programming.

● Represent IGNITE professionally while traveling to communities across the province.

Curriculum Planning and Logistics:

● Assist in planning, organizing, and delivering interactive camp content.

● Prepare and manage camp supplies and learning materials.

● Set up camp spaces and maintain a safe, fun, and inclusive learning environment.

General Responsibilities:

● Collaborate with IGNITE team members and other interns to ensure smooth camp operations.

● Participate in staff training and planning meetings before camps begin.

● Assist with documentation, reporting, and collecting feedback during and after camps.

Qualifications and Skills

• Post-secondary student (must be returning to studies in fall 2025).
• Passion for youth programming and education, especially in STEM fields.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; enjoys working with youth.
• Experience in camp facilitation, teaching, coaching, or youth leadership is an asset.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Comfortable traveling and staying in different communities across the province.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle required.
• Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Check required.

Key Values of IGNITE

At IGNITE, we strive to:

• Be Curious – Always ask questions and seek to learn more.
• Be Innovative – Embrace creativity and think outside the box.
• Be Helpful – Support others and provide exceptional service.
• Be Team-Driven – Collaborate and contribute to the success of the whole team.

If you are passionate about youth education, STEM, and creating meaningful experiences across rural communities, we’d love to hear from you!

Job Type: Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 15 weeks

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• Are you returning to post-secondary studies in fall 2025?

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2025-05-20

Please apply via the link below:

Student Intern – Youth STEM Camps – Sydney, NS B1P 5E5 – Indeed.com