The South Region encompasses everything from the prairies and coulees around Taber and Brooks, to the bustling centers of Lethbridge and Medicine Hat, all the way to the U.S. border. To the west, it stretches through Pincher Creek, Crowsnest Pass, and Waterton Park, while to the east it includes Oyen, Consort, and Hanna. This region is also home to important Indigenous Nations such as the Blood Tribe (Kainai), Piikani Nation, and the Stoney and Blackfoot Confederacy communities. The South Region is a leader in agriculture, irrigation, renewable energy, aviation, and trades, while also drawing on its cultural and historic roots. Whether you’re from a small rural hamlet, a border town, or a larger city, our South Team is here to connect you with employers and support your career journey.
of Alberta students who complete internships go on to post-secondary training in a related field.
of Alberta employers offer to keep students after the program ends — either part-time, full-time or for seasonal work.
Alberta internship alumni report a 92% employment rate within 6 months of completing post-secondary education.
Get Paid
Earn High School Credits
Gain Experience
Explore Different Careers
A student internship is a hands-on learning experience — similar to a paid job — that gives Alberta students the chance to explore different careers, gain real-world skills, and earn high school credits. CAREERS works in partnership with schools to connect students with vetted employers in your community.
Internships can:
Be paid, unpaid, or stipend-based depending on the program and employer
Get Connected
Reach out to CAREERS by clicking on the Apply Now button and we will respond within 24 hours to discuss options, answer your questions, and get you started on your application.
Get Approval
We work with your school and the employer to make sure you qualify, meet requirements, and are set up for success. This step also ensures you’ll receive any eligible high school credits for your internship. Don’t worry, we’ll be there every step of the way!
Get Started
Complete the online application, meet your employer, and begin your internship. You’ll earn real-world experience, make industry connections, and explore a career path before graduation.
Internships in this region last year.
We connect you with vetted employers in your community who match your career interests. From ICT to agriculture, skilled trades to healthcare, our network spans industries that matter in your region.
We work with your school and the employer to make sure you qualify, meet requirements, and are set up for success. This step also ensures you’ll receive any eligible high school credits for your internship.
Complete the online application, meet your employer, and begin your internship. You’ll earn real-world experience, make industry connections, and explore a career path before graduation.
Click to download PDF internship profiles. Stars show how plentiful opportunities are in this region for that category.
Learn about sustainable forest management and wood product innovation.
Develop coding, networking, and digital skills in Alberta’s growing tech sector.
Work in wind, solar and renewable energy projects shaping Alberta’s future.
Start earning hours toward your journeyperson ticket while still in high school. Get hands-on experience in trades like carpentry, electrical, welding and more.
For students under 21 exploring careers after graduation. Gain industry experience, build your resume, and connect with local employers.
Explore opportunities and find support through the Indigenous Youth Internship Program. The lndigenous Youth Internship Program is a CAREERS initiative designed to increase equity and access for Indigenous youth to education and employment opportunities.
Learn more about our Young Women in Trades and Technologies Initiative. YWITT provides mentorship through hands-on workshops, camps, and virtual events that showcase the range of opportunities available for female-identifying youth with in skills in trades and technologies.
Kristy Vassell
