Marketing and Events Assistant (Summer Internship - 16 Weeks)

About YES Employment + Entrepreneurship

Founded in 1995, YES Employment + Entrepreneurship is a non-profit community-based organization dedicated to enriching the community by providing English-language support services to help Quebecers find employment and start and grow businesses.

YES is seeking a talented individual who thrives on engaging with the public, possesses problem-solving and computer skills, and embodies a hardworking, self-starting attitude coupled with a pleasant personality.

The Marketing and Events Assistant will work closely with the Marketing Department and will gain hands-on experience across various marketing functions. This internship opportunity offers a dynamic environment to immerse oneself in the world of marketing, with a focus on developing practical skills and making meaningful contributions to our organization's outreach efforts.

This role is ideal for someone interested in marketing, communications, and event coordination seeking hands-on experience in a dynamic non-profit environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the development and execution of advertising campaigns, new marketing initiatives, social media content and posts, and other creative campaigns, in collaboration with the marketing department team.
• Assist with the preparation and on-site execution of events, including the management of materials, registration and guest relations to ensure professional attendee experience.
• Monitor and interact with potential and existing clients through social media channels and other platforms to increase awareness, drive engagement, and respond to inquiries.
• Provide marketing and administrative support, update databases and spreadsheets, and create weekly editorial calendars.
• Organize YES' digital photo library by implementing a structured management system, including naming conventions and folder hierarchies for long-term accessibility.
• Provide support in the YES Centre to clients accessing job search, entrepreneurship and artist support services by advising them of the services available and the community and directing them to the appropriate services.

Qualifications

• Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment.
• Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act [S.C. 2001, c. 27
• Legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial / territorial legislation and regulations
• The ideal candidate will be a student returning to school to complete their degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Event Management, or a related field
• Experience in administrative tasks, marketing, and social media management will be considered a significant asset
• Digitally savvy
• Experience using Office365 and SharePoint platforms is a bonus
• Motivated with strong follow through and self-direction on assignments
• Respects and adheres to timelines and deadlines
• Flexible – able to shift gears quickly.
• You see attention-to-detail as a way of life and take pride in your work
• Able to work alone but is a strong contributor in team environments
• Bilingual French and English
• As an organization that provides services in English this position requires excellent English writing and communication skills.

How to Apply

Send both your cover letter and CV

YES values and embraces diversity of origins, non-discrimination linked to age, gender or sexual orientation and/or gender identity. Valuing each employee of the organization as an individual and treating everyone on an equal footing allows us to create a work environment that values and respects people for their talents, skills and competences. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Only the candidates selected to participate in the recruitment process will be contacted.