Communications Intern

Communications Intern

1 FTE Contract (September 30, 2024 to September 30, 2025)
Thunder Bay Site

One of a network of provincial community health centres, the NorWest Community Health Centres is a community based, non-profit organization funded by Ontario Health, emphasizing access to primary health care and prevention programs and services.

We are currently seeking a 1 FTE Communications Intern, who as a valuable member of the Community Health Centre team will who will work closely with the Communications Lead and the Chief Executive Officer to provide communications assistance to the Thunder Bay, Kakabeka,  Armstrong and Longlac sites.

The position has a competitive salary and the Health Care of Ontario Pension Plan is an optional benefit.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in or is a recent graduate of a Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or related program.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Competence in Canva, Adobe, Adobe Illustrator (an asset)
• Competence in use of WordPress, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram
• Creative mindset and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Knowledge and proficiency in MS Office (MS Excel/MS Word)
• Valid driver’s license, access to a vehicle and ability to travel to other service locations.

This opportunity is proudly supported by Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation and is funded through the Workforce Development Program.

 Eligibility requirements:

• Are new entrants into the work force, are transitioning to a new career, or the unemployed or underemployed who are entering a new field;
• Have not previously participated in a NOHFC-funded internship;
• Are at least 18 years of age; and
• Reside, and be legally entitled to work, in Canada

How to Apply:

Please visit https://norwestchc.org/employment/

The deadline for applicants is Thursday, September 26, 2024 at 4:30 p.m.

This position will remain open until filled.

Please submit your cover letter, resume and three work reference contacts with your online application. Cover letters can be addressed to:

Debbie Inman, Manager of Human Resources CHRL

NorWest Community Health Centres

525 Simpson Street

Thunder Bay, Ontario P7C 3J6

FAX: 622-7637 

www.norwestchc.org

Full Covid-19 vaccination verification required, subject to any contraindications that are medically supported.

We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.  We are an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the selection process