Persons with Disabilities Internship (Inventory)

Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the NRC, named in 2025 one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s largest research and innovation organization, our world-renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground-breaking discoveries to a life-changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

The role

Are you a person with a disability looking for a meaningful work experience? Are you interested in contributing to projects of value to Canada? Are you looking for amazing learning opportunities in a creative and diverse environment?

The NRC Persons with Disabilities Internship provides individuals with practical experience in a variety of fields including research and development, engineering, and technology, administration, library science, computer science, trades, business, finance, human resources, and other professions. Interns work in a supportive and collaborative environment, while having access to unique and specialized equipment, facilities and expertise.

Length of term

Internships last for approximately 4 to 6 months with the possibility of extension.

Who can apply?

You are eligible for the NRC Persons with Disabilities Internship if:

• You are a person with a disability
  
  • Disability: Any impairment, including a physical, mental, intellectual, cognitive, learning, communication or sensory impairment—or a functional limitation—whether permanent, temporary or episodic in nature, or evident or not, that, in interaction with a barrier, hinders a person’s full and equal participation in society
• You have obtained a high school diploma (or grade 12 equivalent)

While positions vary, extensive experience is not required.

Condition of employment

Reliability Status

For a Reliability Status, verification of background information over a period of 5 years is required.

Application requirements

To be considered for the Persons with Disabilities Internship program please include the following in your application. Failure to do so will result in your application being excluded.

• Resume
• Self declare as a person with disability in your application
  • Under Employment Equity in the Job Specific Information section of the application

Compensation

Individuals hired under the Persons with Disabilities Internship will be compensated at the appropriate salary for the specific position’s classification group and level.

In addition, the incumbent who meets the language requirements of the specific position will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800 per year.

NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well-being throughout your career and beyond. 

Next steps

After you apply, your application is placed in an inventory. When there are job openings, a search will be conducted in the inventory. If your application matches the manager’s search criteria, you will be contacted with further information about the position and next steps.

Candidates who are offered and accept a position will have the opportunity to meet with an occupational therapist who will recommend accommodation measures.

Notes

• In 2025, the NRC was chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, a National Capital Region Top Employer and Forbes Canada’s Best Employer.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
• The NRC will work with successful applicants to identify accommodation measures that may be needed.