Why does the supervisor need to be the CAO or senior manager?
The Internship is designed to produce well-rounded, highly-capable management candidates for Albertas municipalities. The ultimate aim is to ensure that Alberta has a sufficient number of skilled and qualified CAO candidates to meet future needs. The role of the intern’s supervisor is primarily to act as a supervisor/mentor and provide career guidance and specific advice to the intern. The individuals best positioned to offer this advice are the municipal CAO and the senior management team. Since this program requires significant commitment from the CAO or a senior manager, it may not be suitable for all municipalities.
