Ontario NDP Launches Paid Summer Internship Program

TORONTO – The Ontario NDP is accepting applications for its 14-week Summer Youth Leadership Internship Program that gives young Ontarians aged 18 to 25 hands-on experience with organizing, campaigning, and working with communities across the province.

The program runs from May 10 to August 14, 2026 and includes 12 full-time paid internship positions.

“We're looking for young people with a spark,” said Janelle Brady, Ontario NDP President. “We know that young people across our province are organizing and doing the grassroots work to drive change. They care deeply about their communities and want to step up. We know that together, we can make change happen, and that is exactly why we launched this program.”

The internship program helps build the next generation of organizers and leaders by giving them practical experience in campaigns, community outreach, fundraising, and communications.

Interns will work alongside experienced organizers, attend training sessions led by political strategists and communications professionals, and gain hands-on experience in campaign organizing and community outreach. Participants will also be paired with mentors and supported by a network of political, labour, and community organizing leaders.

The program includes dedicated placements to address the underrepresentation of many communities in political spaces, with positions reserved for Indigenous, Black, and Muslim youth. Remaining positions are open to all eligible applicants, with priority given to regional Ontario candidates and those from equity-seeking backgrounds.

Applications close March 27, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET. Applicants must be Ontario residents aged 18 to 25 who are eligible to work in Canada.

To apply or learn more, visit ONDPSip.ca.