Science Transfer Specialist Intern

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About the job

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.

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What you bring to the team

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.

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Additional information:

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Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
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