Student Resources

We offer scholarships for Indigenous students attending post-secondary institutes. These scholarships range from $1,500 to full-tuition.

Each year, we employ post-secondary students between May and August. Students positions within our operations help them gain the knowledge and experience they need to be successful in their chosen field. Our team members foster a supportive learning environment where our students can grow their skills and contribute to the Al-Pac team.

Summer student positions are available on our Current Opportunities page in January.

To apply use the following application form: Application Form

These positions are designed for students enrolled in a recognized post-secondary forestry or environmental sciences program. The program provides students with the opportunity to work with professionals in their field of study and gain industry experience. We offer positions working in silviculture, fisheries, environmental sciences and woodlands planning and operations.

Forestry student positions are available on our Current Opportunities page in September.

Al-Pac is an established partner of the Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP). This program allows students to learn and work side-by-side with trades professionals, providing experience in their field of interest. Students can complete the program while attending high school. Al-Pac recruits 8 positions for RAP annually.

Accepted Trades for RAP at Al-Pac include:

• Electrician
• Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
• Welder
• Heavy Equipment Technician

For further information about this program, speak with your high school career counsellor about joining RAP.

Al-Pac’s Apprenticeship Program offers candidates the opportunity to acquire the necessary skills and technical training to become a competent journeyperson. Students work closely with trade professionals and develop the foundational skills necessary to be successful in their chosen field. Candidates for the program are hired by Al-Pac for the term of their 3–4-year apprenticeship and are considered long-term employees.

Candidates are not required to possess previous trade experience or be indentured into a trade to be considered.
In addition to a competitive annual salary, including a paid pension and matching RRSP program, Al-Pac team members are eligible for four weeks of annual vacation, company-paid dental and extended health benefits and other employee incentives.

Successful candidates will receive:

• Fully paid tuition, books and materials for each year of technical school.
• One round-trip of mileage and a Living Out Allowance provided by Al-Pac while attending training.
• The team member will continue to receive their full salary and benefits from Al-Pac during the periods in which they attend school.

At the end of their apprenticeship, Al-Pac will support the team member in obtaining their Journeyperson certification and will consider them for any open, permanent roles within the trade in which they are certified.

Applicable trades for this program include:

• Welding
• Heavy Equipment Technician
• Steamfitter-pipefitter
• Industrial Mechanic (Millwright)
• Electrician

Qualifications:

• Minimum Grade 12 or Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) is required.
• The successful applicant must also pass a trades entrance exam.
• Willingness to learn and a positive attitude.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Al-Pac’s Apprenticeship Program opportunities are posted on our Current Opportunities page when available.

Al-Pac’s Indigenous Apprenticeship Program offers the same high-quality training, benefits, and opportunities for long-term employment and journeyperson certification as our standard apprenticeship program. Specifically tailored for Indigenous community members within our Forest Management Agreement (FMA) area, the program is open to individuals with First Nations, Inuit, or Métis status.

To qualify, candidates must reside within Al-Pac’s FMA area. When available, opportunities for the Indigenous Apprenticeship Program are posted on our Current Opportunities page.