Build your future in the North
At Northwestel, we connect communities across Yukon, the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Northern BC, and Northern Alberta. We are committed to developing the next generation of northern leaders by investing in students and early career professionals.
Whether you are finishing a degree, seeking your first role, or ready to step into a career, there is a place for you here.
Northern Futures Scholarship
Invest in your future. Stay in the North.
Northern Futures is our flagship scholarship and career entry program for northern students. It combines financial support, priority access to internship and employment opportunities, and a clear pathway into a future career with us. We designed this program to identify and invest in students who want to build, lead, and stay in the North.
What you receive:
- $4,000 toward your post-secondary education.
- Priority consideration for internship and early-career opportunities at Northwestel.
- Access to mentorship and career connections.
Who can apply:
- Northern residents within our operating area: Yukon, NWT, Nunavut, Northern BC, and Northern Alberta.
- Enrolled full-time in a two-year diploma or four-year degree program.
- Studying Engineering (Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, Structural/Civil), Telecommunications, Electrical, Computer Sciences, Commerce, Business, Marketing, Communications, or Human Resources.
- At least half of all scholarships are awarded to Indigenous students every year.
“I didn't think I stood out. But I applied anyway. And now? I'm helping others take the same step."
Jeff Gartshore, Past recipient I Dir, Finance & Accounting, Northwestel
Apply for the Northern Futures Scholarship today!
Deadline July 2, 2026
Common questions
You must be a northern resident within Northwestel’s operating area (Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Northern BC, or Northern Alberta) enrolled full-time in a two-year diploma or four-year degree program in Engineering, Telecommunications, Electrical, Computer Sciences, Commerce, Business, Marketing, Communications, or Human Resources.
Six scholarships of $4,000 each are awarded annually. At least half go to Indigenous students every year.
Yes. Scholarship recipients are prioritized for internships and early-career opportunities at Northwestel. While a position is not guaranteed, recipients are actively considered when opportunities arise and are connected with our talent acquisition team after receiving their award.
Proof of northern residency, proof of ancestry if applying for an Indigenous-designated scholarship, your most recent transcript, an acceptance letter from your post-secondary institution, an introduction letter or video, and a current photo for media use.
Internship Program
Real work. Real investment. Real connections.
Our Internship Program places northern students and graduates in paid roles across Northwestel. You will work on real projects tied to our strategic priorities, be mentored by people leaders, and present your work to senior management. This is a meaningful, hands-on career-entry experience offered year-round, designed to help both you and us explore what a long-term future here could look like.
What you get:
- Paid roles across our teams, available year-round, not just in summer.
- A defined project tied to our strategic priorities.
- A career mentor or peer buddy outside of your hiring manager.
- A formal return signal - we stay in touch about opportunities that fit when you are ready.
Who qualifies:
- Northern students and graduates from our operating area.
- Northern Futures Scholarship recipients are prioritized.
- Students and graduates in Engineering, IT, Network, Business, Communications, and HR fields.
To express interest in the Internship Program, connect with our talent team
Common questions
Northern students and graduates from our operating area. Scholarship recipients are prioritized. Open to students in Engineering, IT, Network, Business, Communications, and HR fields.
The program is available year-round, not just in summer. We match students and graduates to opportunities as they arise across our teams.
You will be assigned a defined project tied to Northwestel’s strategic priorities. Real work that contributes to the organization, not just administrative tasks. You will also have a career mentor and at least two touchpoints with senior leadership.
Yes. The two programs are designed to work together. Scholarship recipients are prioritized for internship opportunities, and current interns are encouraged to apply for the scholarship.
Yes. The internship is designed as a pre-hire experience. We stay in touch with interns about opportunities that fit when they are ready to join us full time.
Why Northwestel
Your work will matter here.
We are the telecommunications backbone of Canada's North. When you work at Northwestel your work connects real communities, supports real people, and shapes the future of the North. That is not something you find everywhere.
Our strategic goal:
Advancing how Northern Canadians connect with each other and the world.
Our core values:
- Best network
- Compete and win
- Customer first
- Communities at our core
STEP 1
Collect copies of the following documents to be uploaded to the online application:
- A proof of ancestry (i.e. photocopy of status card, beneficiary identification or letter) – this is only necessary if you are applying for one of the Indigenous student scholarships.
- A proof of northern residency (i.e. driver’s license, utility bill, health care card, proof of vehicle insurance (must include address)).
- A copy of your acceptance letter from post-secondary or educational institute.
- A copy of your most recent transcript (i.e. high school, college or university).
- A current photo for media release in JPEG format (i.e. headshot or school photo).
STEP 2
Write (500-1000 words) or record (4-8 minutes) a personal introduction about yourself to be uploaded to the online application. Review the application guidelines for more information.
STEP 3
Chrome, Safari, Firefox and Edge are recommended for the online application. Internet Explorer is not supported.
STEP 4
Apply online here. If you have questions or require additional assistance, please contact scholarships@nwtel.ca.
If you are unable to submit your application by email, you can submit:
| Fax | |
| 867 668-3236 | Northern Futures Scholarship Program PO Box 2727 Whitehorse, YT Y1A 4Y4 |
