Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Intern

As an Equity Diversity and Inclusion Intern you will have the opportunity to contribute to initiatives and programs to build an inclusive culture gaining hands-on experience in EDI strategic execution. 

MLSEs Internship term dates are fromSeptember 8 2025 December 19 2025

• Contribute to building equitable policies and practices that create an inclusive workplace for all employees. 
• Contribute to the implementation of priorities outlined in the MLSE Indigenous ReconciliAction Plan focused on advancing right relations with Indigenous peoples. 
• Contribute to programming that drives engagement and fosters an open safe to speak-up culture for example the EDI Speaker Series. 
• Support the implementation of EDI strategic initiatives and programs to create equitable opportunities for all including underrepresented groups. 
• Assist in supporting Employee Inclusion Group (EIG) programming and activities. 
• Assist with project execution tasks including scheduling coordinating meetings communications and tracking and reporting project status. 
• Contribute to ideas on effective ways to advance cultural awareness learning. 
• Assist with project expenses ensuring budget approval and invoicing and resolving all unpaid expenses. 
• Maintain effective and efficient relationships with internal and external stakeholders to successfully implementEDI initiatives. 
• Build active employee champions and advocate for inclusion and belonging through relationships with all business departments. 
• Attend EDI and People & Inclusion department meetings. 

Qualifications :

Note: Before reviewing the qualifications listed below we want you to know that we understand you may not meet all the qualifications described and have other relevant expertise and invite you to please share this with us in the Message to the Hiring Manager section of our online application. 

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Equity Studies (for example Indigenous Gender Race & Ethnic) Social Sciences Public Policy and/or Business Administration. 
• Shows a keen curiosity about advancing Equity Diversity and Inclusion. 
• Expert in Microsoft Office Products (Word PowerPoint Excel); comfortable providing updates to senior leadership in PPT using data insights acquired through Excel.   
• Strong communication skills (verbal written and visual) with the ability to collaborate with partners across all levels.   
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.  
• Highly organized with the ability to work on multiple projects/programs with tight deadlines.   
• Creative approach thinks in an unexpected way and passionate about employee experience.   
• Accountable for the accuracy and timeliness of work within the department.   
• Personal integrity when handling confidential information.   
• Previous internship or work experience in any of the above-listed areas of study is an asset. 

Additional Information :

Apply by: July 6 2025

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

At MLSE we are committed to building an equitable diverse and inclusive organization.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate on the basis of race ancestry place of origin colour ethnic origin citizenship creed sex sexual orientation gender identity gender expression age record of offences marital status family status or disability. MLSE will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process. If you have difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered. 

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Intern