Marketing Summer Student – Communications

Join the Toronto Humane Society as a Marketing Summer Student – Communications and gain hands‑on experience supporting animal welfare campaigns in Toronto, Ontario.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Communications team in creating engaging content for social media, newsletters, and press releases.
• Help coordinate community outreach events and promotional activities.
• Support the development of marketing materials such as flyers, posters, and digital graphics.
• Monitor and report on the performance of communication channels using analytics tools.
• Conduct research on best practices in animal‑rights marketing and share insights with the team.

Requirements

• Must be 15‑30 years old at the start of employment and not a current employee of the Toronto Humane Society.
• Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or holder of refugee protection.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Passion for animal welfare and community engagement.
• Basic knowledge of social media platforms and content creation tools.

Program Details

This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs. It offers a valuable learning opportunity in nonprofit marketing while contributing to the Society’s mission to protect and care for animals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the Canada Summer Jobs position?

Applicants must be 15‑30 years old at the start, not a current employee, and be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or have refugee protection.

What type of work will I do as a Marketing Summer Student?

You will create content, support events, develop marketing materials, monitor communications performance, and research best practices for animal‑welfare campaigns.

Do I need prior marketing experience?

While not required, a strong interest in communications, basic social‑media knowledge, and good writing skills are essential.