The BC Fruit Growers' Association (BCFGA) is seeking an analytical and motivated Economic Policy Analyst to support applied economic research and policy development within BC's tree fruit sector.
This temporary full-time Canada Summer Jobs position will provide an opportunity to work directly on industry challenges affecting tree fruit growers across British Columbia. The successful candidate will contribute to projects that support grower decision-making, industry advocacy, and long-term sector sustainability.
Founded in 1889, BCFGA represents approximately 300 farming families and agricultural businesses across the Okanagan, Similkameen, and Creston Valleys. We advocate for growers, support research and innovation, and work with government and industry partners to strengthen the future of BC tree fruit production.
What You'll Do
- Conduct economic research and policy analysis on issues affecting BC tree fruit growers
- Gather, organize, and analyze industry data
- Prepare briefing notes, summaries, and background research
- Support development of economic tools and resources for growers
- Assist with stakeholder and government-facing policy materials
- Present findings and recommendations to BCFGA staff
Summer Project Deliverables
- Develop a Tree Fruit Cost of Production Model, including analysis of production inputs, labour, packing, post-harvest costs, financing pressures, and grower margins
- Conduct an Agricultural Waste Management Economic Analysis examining disposal costs and systems within the Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen, Regional District of Central Okanagan, Regional District of North Okanagan, and Regional District of Central Kootenay, including identification of potential cost-saving and value-recovery opportunities
What We're Looking For
- Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
- Interest in economics, public policy, agriculture, business, finance, political science, or a related field
- Ability to interpret information and communicate findings clearly
- Strong written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage projects
- Comfortable working with spreadsheets, research sources, and data
Experience with Excel, economic analysis, data management, financial modelling, research methods, or policy development is considered an asset but is not required.
Eligibility Requirements
This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program. Applicants must:
- Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada
- Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person granted refugee protection under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
BCFGA encourages applications from all qualified youth, including Indigenous youth, racialized youth, Black youth, youth with disabilities, youth from rural, remote, Northern, and fly-in communities, youth from official language minority communities, 2SLGBTQI+ youth, and youth facing barriers to employment.
Please submit a resume outlining your interest in the position.
Pay: $18.50-$20.00 per hour
Application question(s):
- Are you between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment? YES / NO
- Are you legally entitled to work in Canada? YES / NO
- Are you available to work for the full 8 TO 10-week term?
- Are you currently enrolled in, or have you recently completed, post-secondary studies in economics, business, finance, public policy, political science, agriculture, commerce, mathematics, data analytics, or a related field? YES / NO
- Do you voluntarily identify as part of a Canada Summer Jobs priority group? YES / NO
Work Location: In person
