Student Intern, Change and CommunicationsPTC

Join a hospital where everyone makes a difference! Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) is a thriving community hospital that proudly provides acute care services including: Emergency Surgery Medicine Womens and Childrens Health Intensive Care Mental Health and Inpatient Rehabilitation.

Our vision is to creating healthier communities together. Our dedicated and skilled staff are passionate about providing outstanding patient-centred care and an exceptional patient experience to residents of the Waterloo Region and beyond.

Why Should You Apply to CMH

• Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Group Benefits including Health & Dental for full time employees
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Career Development & Education Grant
• Wellness & Wellbeing Program
• Diversity Equity & Inclusion Initiatives

Come be part of our vision as CMH leads in innovation and compassion! To learn more about CMH please visit our website at .

Salary: $17.60 - $22.00 / Hour

Term: Temporary (6 month contract) Part-Time (1 day/week)

About Project Quantum

Project Quantum is Cambridge Memorial Hospitals multi-year systems transformation initiative designed to modernize how we work communicate and deliver June 2025 CMH launched its new Organizational Scheduling Office and UKG scheduling system streamlining workforce processes across the hospital. Looking ahead Project Quantum will continue transforming other critical systemsincluding Supply Chain Management Human Resources and Finance.

The next and most significant step is the implementation of a new Health Information System (HIS)a comprehensive hospital-wide digital platform that will replace many legacy systems. The HIS will enable seamless access to patient information enhance clinical workflows and strengthen collaboration across departments representing one of the largest and most transformative projects in CMHs history.

Position Overview

With multiple initiatives underway maintaining consistent and engaging communication and change management is essential. The Student Intern Change and Communications will play a key role in supporting the communication needs of Project Quantum. This position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in strategic communications visual design and internal engagement within a healthcare transformation environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop regular communications using established channels (e.g. newsletters intranet digital signage).

• Prepare digital graphics and visual assets to support project updates events and engagement campaigns.

• Support Change Management Strategies.

• Support activities related to change and communications for the HIS.

• Support the planning and execution of project-related events and engagements.

• Contribute to the development of promotional materials and branded items.

• Maintain and update the Project Quantum brand kit to ensure brand consistency.

• Assist in drafting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for communications under the Project Quantum brand.

• Maintain project information boards and digital communication spaces.

• Create standardized templates and toolkits for project team use.

• Any other tasks related to the change and communication as needed.

Skills and Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Communications Marketing Public Relations or a related discipline.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and multitasking.

• Experience working collaboratively in a team setting.

• Proficiency in Canva Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Teams.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Interest in the field of healthcare or healthcare transformation considered an asset.

Why Join Project Quantum

This internship provides a unique opportunity to contribute to a large-scale transformation that is redefining how hospital systems support patient care. You will gain practical experience in internal communications and brand management within a dynamic fast-paced healthcare setting.

As part of our commitment to the health and safety of our patients staff and community from COVID-19 subject to any accommodation required by applicable human rights legislation Cambridge Memorial Hospital requires that all staff have received all required doses of a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada.

The successful external applicant is required to provide the applicable criminal record check as requested by Human Resources in accordance with federal and provincial legislation. Valid criminal record checks are in original format and dated with two months from date of conditional offer from CMH.

CMH Inclusion Statement

At Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) community matters to us. We acknowledge and are grateful for the opportunity to meet work and offer healthcare on what is the traditional territories for the Anishinaabe the Haudenosaunee and the Chinnonton.

We are committed to providing and fostering a respectful caring and inclusive workplace; one that generates belonging. We want a work culture where people are free to express their authentic selves and are able to bring their best daily. That includes a workplace that is free from violence harassment and discrimination of any kind.

We welcome all applicants and encourage members of equity-deserving groups including Indigenous and LGBTQ2SIA communities regardless of race gender sexual orientation gender identity or expression lifestyle age educational background national origin religion neurodiversity or physical ability. We promise to ask if needed and to provide reasonable accommodation to you during the recruitment and selection process to ensure an equitable experience.

To support all of us in this journey Cambridge Memorial Hospital is an employee partner with the Canadian Centre for Diversity & Inclusion (CCDI) and provides access to all CMH members to CCDI resources and education. We encourage you to reflect upon our inclusive commitment to you as we welcome and encourage you to explore a promising future career at CMH.

Mari Iromoto Executive Champion Diversity Equity and Inclusion

Susan Toth Director of Human Resources

We thank all those who apply however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Cambridge Memorial Hospital (CMH) proudly integrates AI-based technologies into its applicant screening process to enhance recruitment. These tools are designed to reduce bias and uphold fair hiring practices based on skills education and experience. CMHs AI serves to assist not replace human decision-making with results audited to ensure quality and equity. This initiative reinforces the hospitals commitment to Equity Diversity and Inclusion ensuring the best talent is selected while adhering to its core values.