John Huntley Internship

The purpose of this program is to honour the contribution to the NSTU of John Huntley, who was an active Local leader as well as an Executive Staff Officer in 1993-94 and 1998-99. Through the provision of an internship experience for active members, this program helps fulfill Mr. Huntley's desire that all members develop a thorough understanding of the NSTU.

This internship enables 18 teachers per year to spend two days at the provincial office connecting with executive and professional services staff to learn more about their roles and responsibilities. The Fellowship is not intended as a precursor to employment with the NSTU. Rather, it is intended to provide active members with an opportunity to learn more about the NSTU by increasing their awareness and knowledge of the workings of the organization. 

 Applications must be received at the NSTU Central Office by October 1, 2025, February 1, 2026, and April 1, 2026 

 Application Form • English | French

 Brochure • English | French

Poster • English | French

NSTU Guidebook Excerpt

Operational Procedures Section V - Professional Development

25.   John Huntley Memorial Internship Program

A.   The John Huntley Memorial Internship is a two-day (2-day) program, held up to four times per year (4/year), with up to six (6) Members participating each session.
       The Purpose of this internship is for participating Members to gain insight into the inner workings of the NSTU.

B.   Selection of participants for the John Huntley Memorial Internship Program shall be done by the Table Officers, ratified by the Provincial Executive, giving consideration to the following criteria:

I.      Active and Reserve NSTU Members are eligible to participate;
II.     balance in Regional and Local representation;
III.    experience in Union activities;
IV.    balance in curriculum and/or grade level;
V.     gender balance; and,
VI.    equity balance for under-represented groups, pursuant to current language in the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act.

Reference: OP26 amended by substitution April 2021