Apply By: Saturday, March 1, 2025 11:59 pm EST

Student – Marketing and Communications Assistant

Job ID:
224862
Organization:
Various Ministries
Division:
Various Divisions and Branches
City:
Downsview, Guelph, Kingston, London, Milton, Mississauga, North York, Peterborough, Rockwood (4-H Ontario), Toronto
Position(s) language:
English
Job term:
59 Temporary positions of varying contract length over the summer
Job code:
Student 1 - Student Level 1, Student 2 - Student Level 2
Salary:
$17.20 - $18.05 Per hour*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Are you a student or recent graduate looking for an opportunity to build your career over the summer? Are you passionate about making a difference?

The Summer Employment Opportunities program provides opportunities to obtain valuable work experience, gain transferable skills, and build professional networks.

  • LEARN: Jump start your career, whether you want to learn business skills, use your French language skills, help out in a lab, or work outdoors. Put the knowledge you've acquired at school into action.
  • GROW: Enhance your skills and expand your network by working on projects, leading initiatives and sharing your ideas. Transfer the skills you learn to your future school and work experiences.
  • CONTRIBUTE: In addition to advancing your professional and personal skills, you will also give back to your community. Spend your summer working to support the interests of Ontarians!
Information to assist you with the application process is available on the Summer Employment Opportunities website (opens in a new tab).

This job posting represents multiple positions within different ministries and at various locations across Ontario. Certain cities may be located in distant or remote areas in Ontario and may not be accessible by public transit. Carefully review locations through Google Maps (opens in a new tab) and select ONLY those locations that you are able to travel to and work in. You can select up to 10 locations.

Notes:
  • Relocation expenses and/or accommodations are not covered by ministries.
  • The number of positions to be filled is approximate and subject to change.
  • Please use your legal name when applying to the job ad.
  • Summer placements are typically full-time (working 36.25hrs/week or 40 hrs/week). However some part-time placements MAY be available based on mutual agreement between the hiring manager and student, if operationally feasible. Please inquire at the interview stage.

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Visit the OPS Anti-Racism Policy and the OPS Diversity and Inclusion Blueprint pages to learn more about the OPS commitment to advance racial equity, accessibility, diversity, and inclusion in the public service.

We offer employment accommodation across the recruitment process and all aspects of employment consistent with the requirements of Ontario's Human Rights Code. Refer to the "How to apply" section if you require a disability-related accommodation.

About the job

As a Marketing and Communications Assistant, you may have the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects, tasks, and initiatives. Some examples may include:
• Preparing correspondence, performing data entry, and creating a variety of documents (e.g., communications, presentations, marketing material, web content, news releases, etc.)
• Assisting in preparing, editing, and proofreading various documents or products
• Supporting communication and/or project activities (e.g., planning conferences, events, tours, etc.)
• Supporting marketing and/or communications campaigns across key media platforms, such as online, interactive, print, radio, and television
• Contributing to the design and production of advertising, print collateral, signage, website, and digital applications
• Liaising with stakeholders and partners to review products and ensure messaging goals are clearly understood
• Researching latest trends in technology, social media, and consumer behaviour to develop recommendations for communications and/or marketing initiatives
• Participating in project-related meetings to identify priorities, needs, goals, and issues and effectively relay key messages back to the team

What you bring to the team

Mandatory requirements

You must meet all eligibility criteria by the first day of employment (contracts begin between May and July):

  1. Student Status: You must be enrolled in a secondary or post-secondary institution (currently or for the fall semester) OR you must have graduated within the past six months (for example, if you graduated in December, you can apply for and start a summer student position up until June of the following year).
  2. Age: You must be a minimum of 15 years of age. There is no maximum age limit.
  3. Residency: You must be a resident of Ontario during the term of employment.
  4. Work Status: You must be legally entitled to work in Canada and have a valid Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN) for the full duration of your summer employment.
  5. Application: Applications are only accepted online by clicking the "Apply Online" button. Your application should describe how you meet the knowledge and skill requirements outlined on this ad.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• You apply your written communication skills to document findings, record data, and prepare a variety of documents (e.g. reports, presentations, meeting minutes, etc.).
• You apply your customer service skills and your verbal, written, and active listening communication skills to respond to phone, email, and in-person inquiries, and provide information to internal clients and/or the public.
• You apply your initiative and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team.

Technical Skills and Knowledge

• You apply your experience using Microsoft Office applications, such as Word (word processing) and Excel (spreadsheets), as well as web reporting tools and software, email and the internet to conduct online research and prepare a variety of documents using information gathered online.
• You have knowledge of and/or experience with writing, editing, and proofreading various communication documents.
• You have a solid understanding of the roles of various communications channels and how social media relates.
• You have knowledge of and/or experience with graphics and/or web publishing, and project management software.

Analytical and Organizational Skills

• You use the internet and other sources to gather and aggregate data, analyze and input data findings, and summarize information.
• You input data accurately and generate reports, paying close attention to detail.
• You apply your planning and organizational skills to collect, organize, review, and verify information/data through review of files, reports, and other means.
• You apply your planning, coordination, and time management skills to support multiple projects and plan, coordinate, and schedule a range of activities, ensuring deadlines are met.
• You work independently or as part of a team; you plan, organize, and prioritize your work to meet competing deadlines.

Other student and recent graduate opportunities

See what other summer opportunities are currently available!
Also, check out all the other student and new recent graduate opportunities offered within the Ontario Public Service.

Additional information:

Apply by:
Saturday, March 1, 2025 11:59 pm EST
Compensation group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Work hours:
Category:
Communications; Marketing and Creative Services
Posted on:
Wednesday, January 22, 2025

Note:

  • In accordance with the Ontario Public Service (OPS), Employment Screening Checks Policy (ESCP), the top candidate(s) may be required to undergo a security screening check. Refer to the above to determine the screening checks that are required for this position.

    Required security screening checks along with your written consent, will be sent to the Transition and Security Office (TSO), Corporate Talent Programs Branch, Talent and Leadership Division to evaluate the results. If applicable, the TSO, with your written consent, will request and obtain any additional employment screening checks that were not obtained directly by you.

    A record under the Criminal Code and/or other federal offence record(s) does not automatically mean you will be ineligible for the position. The employment screening check(s) will only be reviewed and evaluated by the TSO for the purpose of making a security clearance decision. The details of an individual's employment screening check(s) will be considered in specific relation to the duties and responsibilities of the position being filled. Employment screening check records will be maintained by the TSO and kept strictly confidential.
  • Some positions advertised on this job ad are represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) and successful candidates will be required to pay monthly union dues, which are automatically deducted from your pay.

    Other positions advertised on this job ad may be excluded from the OPSEU Collective Agreement (i.e. not represented by OPSEU), depending on the business area within the Ministry in which the work is performed. You will be advised during the recruitment process by the hiring manager of the business area.

    You will receive a confirmation splash page verifying receipt of your application when it has been successfully received. You will only receive an email confirmation if you have entered your email address in the application. If you do not receive a confirmation splash page, it is likely that your application was not successfully received and it is recommended that you resubmit your application. If that still does not result in a confirmation, please contact SEO@ontario.ca during the posting period. We cannot provide assistance with submitting your application after the job ad deadline date.


How to apply:

  1. You must apply online and complete all the mandatory questions on the application form.
  2. You must attach one document with your application. We recommend you attach a cover letter and resume to support the information you provide in your application. The cover letter and resume document you attach should not exceed five (5) pages combined.
  3. If you require accommodation to apply, or to complete this application form, please contact us at SEO@ontario.ca.

Check out the Youth and New Professionals website to learn more about Summer Employment Opportunities.

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:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.


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