PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

The Community Access Program Youth Initiative (CAP-YI) is part of Industry Canada's Community Access Program (CAP), which aims to ensure that Canadians have affordable public access to the Internet.

The objectives of the CAP Youth Initiative are:

• To support the sustainability and long term viability of CAP sites by providing work experience for young Canadians in CAP sites;
• To increase the use of the Information Highway across Canada to promote economic and social development at the community level; and
• To allow young people to gain valuable skills related to Information Technologies (IT) thereby positioning them for longer-term employment.

The Youth Initiative is managed by Community Access Program Newfoundland and Labrador.  We are grateful for the funding support from Industry Canada that makes this initiative possible.

ELIGIBILITY

This program is funded under the Government of Canada's Youth Employment Strategy.  As such, all potential applicants to youth intern AND regional trainer positions must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Between the ages of 15-30 years at the day of hire;
• A Canadian citizen, or permanent resident;
• Legally entitled to work in Canada; and
• If currently receiving EI Benefits, claim must be closed upon acceptance of the position.  This applies to both full-time and part-time positions.

Additionally, applicants must meet at least one (1) of the following:

• Be currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution, such as colleges, universities, schools of technology, CEGEP;
• Have completed at least 1 course at a university or other post-secondary institution; or
• Intend to return to school full time after the internship.

CAP sites may add special projects and responsibilities that reflect the demands and needs of the CAP Site and community.  These projects and responsibilities may also further restrict eligibility. 

YOUTH INTERN POSITIONS

Our CAP sites are Hiring!!!  Please see the list below for a list of communities where placements are available for the Fall 2009.  Interested individuals, meeting the eligibility requirements above, should apply directly to the CAP site in that community.  Locations and contact information may be found on the CAP site locations page.

REGIONAL TRAINER POSITIONS

The Community Access Program is currently accepting applications for three (3) Regional Trainer positions throughout Newfoundland & Labrador.?  If you are looking for valuable on-the-job technology and business experience, this is the job for you!? 
DUTIES

Trainers will be part of an exciting training initiative that will be implemented throughout the expansive CAP network of over 150 public Internet access sites, or CAP sites.?  Trainers ? will?  be responsible to: heighten public awareness of the program and services offered at local public Internet access sites; increase opportunities for the public to acquire and enhance Information Technologies (IT) skills and knowledge; identify and develop training resources that can be shared with other CAP sites; develop partnerships with community groups and local businesses; investigate possibilities for training initiatives by identifying community needs; develop links and communicate with CAP sites in assigned regions; maintain statistical information and compile reports as requested; and, liaise with CAP NL office on an ongoing basis.
QUALIFICATIONS

Candidates should possess: a strong knowledge of computers and the Internet; knowledge of software and hardware set-up; an understanding of advertising and marketing principles; training experience and/or strong presentation skills; enthusiasm and creativity; excellent communications skills; and, an interest in community oriented economic development. Candidates should also enjoy working with the public and demonstrate a high level of professionalism. The ability to travel within assigned regions is essential.