Science Transfer Specialist Intern

What can I expect to do in this role?

Support the development and delivery of MNRF science communications and services by:

• Developing, writing, editing, and providing desktop publishing services for science communications products, including pamphlets, brochures, fact sheets, newsletters, presentations, and web content.
• Assisting with the development of issues management and project-related communications plans and materials.

How do I qualify?

Knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of the English language, plain-language writing techniques and styles, editing standards, and the publishing process;
• Knowledge of research techniques and communication methods and practices including the use of social media platforms, blogs, websites, and other communication channels;
• Knowledge of desktop publishing, web design, bibliographic, and digital presentation software and procedures;
• General knowledge of Ministry resource management mandate, policies, programs, and services as they relate to science and research initiatives

Skills

• Written communication skills to prepare and edit scientific communications material for a variety of audiences;
• Oral communications skills to work with partners and target audiences and to work in team environment;
• Skill and proficiency with MS Word, Adobe Creative Suite/ graphics software, and other software in order to access and research information and develop communications materials;
• Research and analytical skills to identify research sources, compile, analyze, and summarize information, and prepare content for written materials and responses;
• Organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills in order to organize workload and obtain necessary information to meet project deadlines or deliverables;

Note

Successful candidates may be required to undergo an employment screening check in accordance with the Ontario Employment Screening Checks Policy.

Eligibility:

• Proof of eligibility to work in Canada;
• Has graduated or will graduate from an approved or legally authorized college or university with a degree, postgraduate certificate or diploma within the last four years;
• Candidates are only eligible to participate in one MNRF 18-month placement and must not have participated in the MNRF internship program in the past.

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.

Collection of Information

Your personal information is being collected and will be used to determine your qualifications for employment with the Ontario Public Service, and for recruitment modernization initiatives. OPS Careers is an authorized common service in accordance with s. 6 of the Ministry of Government Services Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.25 and this collection of personal information is necessary to the proper administration of OPS Careers.

Please do not provide more personal information than what is asked of you. For example, do not include your social insurance number, photograph, or banking information, etc. with your application. We strongly encourage you not to provide us with information beyond that which is requested in the job posting.

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All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember: The deadline to apply is Thursday, June 22, 2017 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.