Marketing And Communications Intern

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS INTERN

(FULL-TIME 8-MONTH CONTRACT WITH OPPORTUNITY FOR RENEWAL)

WHO WE ARE

Toronto Global is a trusted partner for international companies exploring business expansion opportunities in the Toronto Region. Our dedicated team takes the time to understand the specific needs and interests of each company we work with and offers complimentary services that help to streamline access to the information and connections they need most to make a well-informed expansion decision.

OUR PEOPLE & CULTURE

We’re an enthusiastic team of smart, passionate professionals. Our culture is built on making sure individual team members can contribute to something greater, whether this includes having a voice on one of our internal task forces or getting involved in team social or business events to fuel your professional development.

Our newly refreshed downtown office is by St. Andrew’s subway station (a 5-minute walk to Union Station) and is located in the heart of local arts, culture, restaurants, patios, sporting events, and urban park space. We love driving the growth of the Greater Toronto Region through our work and do it proudly. We are high achievers, but this doesn’t interfere with our sense of humour, endless curiosity, and our desire to have fun!

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director, Marketing & Communications, the ideal candidate is a recent graduate in the fields of Communications, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Journalism, or Public Relations, with an interest in local or international business. This position will play a key role in supporting the marketing initiatives of the Toronto Global Marketing & Communications team, with a specific focus on assisting with client announcements (e.g. proofreading, website updates, social media engagement) and building Toronto Global’s international brand awareness, while also providing copywriting and design assistance for our website and for the overall Corporate Communications initiatives in support of our executive team.

The successful candidate will be a part of our hybrid work environment with time split between working in the office and from home. A minimum of three days per week in the office is expected during the first four to six weeks of onboarding

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor media and remain abreast of trends, statistics, news articles and reports that articulate the business advantages of locating in the Toronto Region; identify opportunities to leverage these items on our social channels
• Assist the team with the development and execution of a content calendar and generate content to share across social media channels and on torontoglobal.ca
• Create graphic design and visual communication materials and assist in copywriting for print and digital environments, including websites, social media, newsletters, publications, advertisements, digital marketing assets, thought leadership, etc.
• Constantly expand own knowledge of the Toronto Region and build a solid understanding of Toronto Global’s value proposition for businesses looking to expand to the region.
• Support the development and execution of marketing campaigns to enhance awareness for Toronto Global clients and initiatives

REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-motivation and the ability to be proactive
• Must be a graduate student or recent graduate (graduated in the last three years), in related fields such as Communications, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Journalism, or Public Relations
• Knowledge of LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and other social media best practices
• Proficient with Microsoft365, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams
• Applied communications and/or marketing experience in a business environment
• Excellent time management and organizational skills and the ability to prioritize
• Experience with desktop publishing and design tools such as Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro)
• Experience with content management systems (WordPress)
• Value a culture of teamwork, inclusivity, collaboration, and client-centricity
• Attention to detail and creative problem-solving skills

BONUS POINTS IF YOU ALSO HAVE

• Knowledge of or keen interest in economic development, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), or international business and trade is a strong asset
• Knowledge of website and marketing analytics tools such as Google Analytics is an asset
• Proficiency in a second language is a strong asset
• Experience with media monitoring tools (Sprout Social), marketing automation (Pardot), video editing or CRM tools (Salesforce) is considered an asset

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and cover letter to [email protected] by August 14, 2023. In the subject line of your email, please include the job title of this role and your full name. We sincerely thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Toronto Global is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace, because we believe it contributes to innovation, better decision-making, and a deeper understanding of the community we serve. We encourage women, racialized people, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ2S+ community, and other equity-deserving groups to apply.

To ensure our recruitment practices are equitable and our work environment is barrier-free, accommodations are available at all stages of the talent acquisition process upon request. Learn more about our vision for diversity and inclusion HERE.

At Toronto Global, we strive to provide everyone with the assurance that they can show up as their true selves at work and achieve their full potential. We look forward to hearing from you!