Intern Public Relations (External Comms) Winter 2027
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Job Summary
Join a Challenger
At EQ were remaking banking so every Canadian gets ahead every day. Serving nearly 4 million Canadians from coast to coast we offer a wide variety of financial services from banking and lending to trust and credit union solutions.
Weve been at this since 1970 challenging the conventions of traditional banking with smarter faster and more connected financial experiences.
Whats kept us moving The people behind it all: challengers who ask better questions push back on old assumptions and look for a better way forward.
If youre driven to help reshape how banking works for Canadians and the businesses that power our economy this could be your next big opportunity.
We cant wait to get to know you!
The EQ Bank Public Relations & Communications team is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Co-op Student to support corporate communications media relations executive communications and reputation management initiatives across the organization.
This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a dynamic corporate communications function supporting a leading Canadian financial services organization. The successful candidate will work closely with communications professionals and business partners across the bank contributing to high-profile campaigns strategic announcements thought leadership initiatives media relations activities and executive communications programs.
The position is well suited to a student who demonstrates strong writing research analytical and project coordination skills and who is interested in pursuing a career in public relations communications journalism or related fields.
Media intelligence and reporting
- Monitor EQ Bank brands campaigns executives and competitor coverage through Meltwater.
- Tag organize and clean coverage data for monthly and quarterly reporting.
- Pull reports flag notable coverage and draft first-pass summaries slides and internal updates.
- Support the bi-weekly media coverage newsletter by gathering coverage and preparing short blurbs.
- Prepare ongoing quarterly media reports and decks including those going to Investor Relations the Board and being displayed internally on our office screens.
Owned channel amplification
- Draft first-pass corporate and executive LinkedIn copy using approved messaging.
- Support internal amplification across channels like Viva Engage and Teams.
- Prepare post-launch recaps highlighting what went live where and when.
- Coordinate with Marketing Legal & Compliance and external partners to support approvals.
PR materials and presentation support
- Build first-draft slides for campaign proposals coverage reports and campaign updates.
- Pull screenshots links and supporting materials for decks.
- Format slides to align with brand templates and existing reporting style.
- Draft concise summary emails and leadership updates.
Campaign coordination and execution support
- Maintain run-of-show documents and minute-by-minute trackers for announcements and campaigns.
- Track deadlines approvals stakeholder inputs and outstanding deliverables.
- Coordinate with internal teams on visual asset briefs and campaign materials.
- Take meeting notes capture action items and send recap notes.
Media relations research and planning
- Support media list development and research relevant journalists outlets and beats.
- Identify media trends and opportunities to support proactive pitching with agency partners.
- Track awards speaking opportunities editorial calendars and relevant industry events.
- Support executive briefing notes with background research and recent coverage.
Content and sponsored editorial support
- Support briefs for sponsored content opportunities with media outlets.
- Take first-pass edits on sponsored content drafts.
- Consolidate internal stakeholder feedback and track timelines through delivery.
- Degree or diploma / completing education in PR Communications Marketing Journalism English or a related field.
- Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite with an emphasis on PowerPoint and Excel
- Strong understand of Canadian Press style & key guidelines an asset.
- Willing to work in-office at least three days a week.
- Familiarity with Meltwater media monitoring platform is a major asset.
- Familiarity with the use development and maintenance of AI agents is a major asset.
- Strong grasp of grammar clarity and attention to detail.
- Able to write concise summaries social copy and first-draft communications.
- Naturally interested in business media current events and communications.
- Asks thoughtful questions and seeks to understand the why.
- Comfortable gathering information synthesizing findings and identifying key insights.
- Can distinguish between important and less relevant information
- Able to manage multiple projects timelines trackers and follow-ups.
- Demonstrates accuracy and reliability in execution.
- Takes initiative rather than waiting for direction.
- Comfortable owning tasks and moving work forward independently.
- Good judgment discretion and professionalism.
- Comfortable interacting with stakeholders across different levels of the organization.
- Thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- Open to feedback and eager to develop new skills.
- Works well as part of a team.
- Demonstrates a positive attitude and willingness to help wherever needed
Equity Diversity & Inclusion
EQ is committed to building an inclusive accessible environment where every employee feels valued respected and supported. We believe our organization is stronger and our people thrive when we honour and celebrate diverse experiences identities and perspectives. Were equally committed to supporting your growth both professionally and personally.
We provide a barrierfree recruitment process and work environment. If you require accommodations at any stage we will work with you to ensure you can bring your best self to the process and beyond.
As part of our recruitment process EQ uses AI to help screen assess and/or select applicants for this position. All AI-enabled outputs are reviewed and validated by our talent team. All candidates considered for hire must successfully complete a criminal background check and credit check. While we appreciate every application an EQ recruiter will contact only those whose skills and experience most closely match the requirements of the role.
EQB Inc. (TSX: EQB) is the parent company of Equitable Bank the countrys seventh-largest Schedule I bank by assets which operates EQ Bank Canadas Challenger Bank. EQB Inc. serves nearly 4 million Canadians and manages approximately $150 billion in combined assets under management and administration.
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About Company
At Equitable Bank, we specialize in providing branchless financial services that meet the unique needs of all Canadians. Our range of mortgages, savings accounts and investment options are designed to offer the right solutions to match any unique circumstance.
