Indigenous Student Employment Program (ISEP) – Quebec province (Amended)

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Who is the Canada Revenue Agency?

For five consecutive years, the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has been named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers. We excel in the areas of employee engagement and performance, training and skills development, community involvement, wellness, health and family benefits, diversity and inclusion, and much more.

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) administers tax laws for the Government of Canada and for most provinces and territories, and administers various social and economic benefits and incentive programs delivered through the tax system.

CRA prioritizes diversity and inclusion and is firmly committed to providing a diverse workforce that reflects the population we serve. CRA's National Employment Equity (EE) Staffing Strategy strives to eliminate EE gaps for the four EE designated groups: Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and women. Where an EE gap exists at the time of appointment, EE may be used as an appointment criterion for permanent and temporary appointments over six months made through this process.

What are the opportunities offered?

We are currently looking for talented students to fill various interesting and stimulating full-time and part-time positions in several areas such as:

• Accounting, verification, finances, taxation and statistics
• Business Administration
• Human Resources
• Revenue Collections
• Call centre
• Information Technology
• Communications
• Office Technology

The tasks vary according to the position. The key functions that students can hold include, but are not limited to the following:

• Communicating with various internal and external clients, and providing information or advice depending on the position.
• Obtaining and analyzing financial or non-financial information.
• Explaining various social programs administered by the CRA.
• Preparing work documents, letters and reports to support the work carried out.
• Working on tax files with sectors such as Criminal Investigations, Verification, International, etc.

What are the advantages of working with us?

• Rewarding work experience conducting tasks related to your field of study. All the necessary computer equipment will be provided to you. 
• Competitive salaries. Your level of education will determine your classification and your student rate of pay :
  • SU-02 (College/CEGEP): $17.83
  • SU-03 (Bachelor's): $22.29
  • SU-04 (Master's): $26.46
  • SU-05 (Doctorate): $29.12
• Work-study balance through flexible hours during your semesters and accommodations during the exam period
• Opportunities for full-time employment in the federal public service up to five years after post-secondary graduation through student bridging

This staffing process could fill positions everywhere in Quebec in the following cities : Brossard, Chicoutimi, Jonquière, Laval, Montréal, Québec, Rimouski, Rouyn-Noranda, Gatineau, Shawinigan, Sherbrooke, Trois-Rivières. In the current situation, virtual work (teleworking) might be considered. Virtual reporting may be possible, if operational requirements permit.

When you apply to this staffing process, you are applying to an inventory for future vacancies across various program areas. As positions become available, candidates who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment. The job duties will vary depending on the position you are hired for.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, public health recommendations and restrictions are in place across Canada and may change as circumstances evolve. You may be required to temporarily work remotely (e.g. from home). Further information will be provided if you are selected for the position.

Who can apply?

Self-identification

We are currently looking for talented Indigenous* students who live and/or go to school in the administrative regions of Quebec to fill a variety of stimulating and rewarding positions in several fields.

*An indigenous person is a North American Indian or a member of a First Nation, a Métis or an Inuit. You will only be screened in this staffing process if you self-identify as an indigenous person.

Education – Essential requirement

For Summer 2023 positions:

• are enrolled in full-time* studies at a recognized post-secondary institution during Summer 2023 or Fall 2023.

For Fall 2022, Winter 2023 and Fall 2023 positions:

• are enrolled in full-time studies* at a recognized post-secondary institution during that specific semester

* Students enrolled in studies on a part-time basis due to a disability that is recognized by their academic institution are also eligible to apply.

How do I apply?

To be eligible, you must create a Candidate Profile and upload the following documents:

• Your proof of enrolment in a program at a recognized educational institution - if you do not have proof of enrolment at this time, you will need to submit it later when requested.
• Your curriculum vitae

No experience is required to apply. However, you must attach your curriculum vitae to your application by following this 2-step process:

1. Upload and save your curriculum vitae to the "Documents" section of your Candidate Profile
2. Prior to clicking "submit application", attach your curriculum vitae in step 3 by selecting the box next to it.

If your curriculum vitae is not uploaded and attached to your submission, your application may not be considered further.

We encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible as the closing date and time on this notice of job opportunity may change.

To help you, you can consult the following link : How to register and create a candidate profile

What is the next step?

Depending on the position to be filled, you may be invited to an interview or an exam. The requirements listed below may be used (Assets). Please note that the list of assets below is not exhaustive. You will be informed in advance of any asset requirements that will be assessed or used.

• Second language evaluation
• Education, training and/or experience related to the position to be staffed
• Successful completion of the student interview
• Start date
• Budget considerations
• Minimize business disruption
• Availability throughout the duration of a temporary appointment

Lastly, if you receive a job offer, we will verify your performance (reference check) and you will need to obtain your reliability status (condition of employment).

If you require accommodation at any time during this process, we encourage you to indicate this on your questionnaire when you apply, or contact the person at the bottom of the poster. Your request will be treated confidentially.

Information regarding the status of your application will be communicated via the candidate profile on the CRA Careers site. We strongly encourage you to verify the email address attached to your profile and to check your messages regularly for any updates.  

We encourage you to read Important information on staffing at the CRA to find out more about staffing processes and how to apply.

The CRA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. To find out more, consult Employment equity, diversity and inclusion at the CRA. We encourage you to complete the Employment Equity (EE) Staffing questionnaire as part of your application if you wish to be considered for staffing actions using the EE staffing requirement in this process. Your questionnaire response will be retained on file for the duration of the staffing process. If you do not complete the questionnaire, you will not be considered for any staffing actions using the EE staffing requirement in this process. If you decide to modify your response or fill out this questionnaire at a later date, please notify the contact listed at the bottom of this notice of job opportunity.

CRA employees support the economic and social well-being of Canadians, and build public trust. We have high expectations, and our employees are held to the standards of conduct outlined in our Code of integrity and professional conduct and Directive on conflict of interest, gifts and hospitality, and post-employment.

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, public health recommendations and restrictions are in place across Canada and may change depending on circumstances. Therefore, most work is done remotely and virtually. However, office attendance may eventually be required when normal operations resume. Virtual reporting may remain possible (occasionally), if operational requirements permit.

Email address: ProcessusEtudiant-StudentProcess@cra-arc.gc.ca