Join the Impact Public Affairs team in Ottawa to gain valuable experience in government relations, public relations and communications. Through Impact’s paid Internship Program, the successful candidate will work alongside our seasoned consultants, exposing them to a wide variety of industries and strategic work.
Founded in 1997, Impact Public Affairs is a full-service government relations and communications firm based in Ottawa, with offices across Canada. No other public affairs firm has the depth of experience and track record of success in ensuring that our strategies allow organizations to deliver effective messages to government officials, the public, and key stakeholders.
The successful candidate will be expected to work 40 hours a week.
Responsibilities
- Support Impact’s consultants with client work in a variety of different industries
- Contribute to brainstorming sessions during strategy development
- Support written and oral communications with Parliament Hill for client events, such as receptions or lobby days
- Assist in communications through traditional media and social media campaigns in support of diverse objectives
- Provide administrative assistance in coordination with the Office Manager
- Help in staffing events on and off Parliament Hill
Qualifications / Skills
Passionate about politics and communicationsBasic knowledge of Canada’s parliamentary systemOrganized and able to take on multiple tasks at the same timeAbility to adapt to changing circumstances and objectivesAble to work effectively in a team settingReliable, punctual and efficientAvailable to work occasionally outside normal working hoursBilingualism an assetEducation and Experience
Recently graduated from a post-secondary institutionExperience working or volunteering on Parliament Hill, in campaigns and / or in communicationsExperience in an office setting in a similar rolePotential candidates should include their resume in their application and should apply no later than Feb.7, 2025.