Communications Intern

Job Posting: Communications Intern (Summer Intern Position)

Type:Summer Intern Position (Canada Summer Jobs)

Location: Ottawa Ontario
Posting Date: May 4 2026
Application Deadline: May 13 2026
Expected Start Date: June 1 2026
Duration: 12 weeks

Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week)

The Ottawa Food Bank

The Ottawa Food Bank is a highly respected social service agency with a mission to collect and distribute food to its network of agency partners who in turn serve individuals and families across the city. Founded in 1984 to fight community hunger the Ottawa Food Bank works to ensure that everyone has access to healthy dignified and culturally appropriate food.

We are currently seeking a Communications Assistant / Intern to join our Communications Team through the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) 2026 program.

PARTNERSHIP WITH CANADA SUMMER JOBS

This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) part of the Government of Canadas Youth Employment and Skills Strategy (YESS). CSJ provides youth aged 15 to 30 with paid full-time work experiences that support skills development and successful entry into the labor market.

CSJ program objectives include:

• Providing quality work experiences for youth
• Improving access to employment for youth facing barriers
• Supporting the development of transferable employability skills

This position has been created specifically for CSJ funding and would not otherwise be fully resourced.

POSITION SUMMARRY

Reporting to the Manager Communications the Communications Intern will support the development and implementation of communications strategies that enhance the Ottawa Food Banks visibility engagement and storytelling.

This role is ideal for a creative detailoriented individual with a strong interest in social impact communications digital media and community engagement. The intern will collaborate with the Communications team to produce engaging content across digital print and internal channels.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Content Creation and Storytelling

• Draft and edit engaging communications materials in both official languages including newsletters blog posts event listings video scripts and social media content
• Assist in developing compelling stories that highlight Ottawa Food Bank programs partners and community impact
• Support the creation of posters FAQs signage and other publicfacing communications materials

Digital and Social Media Support

• Develop schedule and publish social media content across platforms (Instagram Threads Facebook LinkedIn)
• Monitor engagement and respond to comments and messages to foster community connection
• Support accessibility and search engine optimization (SEO) best practices in digital content
• Track and report on digital performance and engagement metrics (Google Analytics experience is an asset)

Website Media and Brand Support

• Support timely updates to the Ottawa Food Bank website (WordPress experience is an asset)
• Update and maintain media contact lists
• Track media coverage and compile reports on Ottawa Food Bank activities
• Ensure brand consistency across all communications materials

Events and Visual Content

• Support the promotion of fundraising marketing and community engagement events
• Capture photos and videos during events for use in digital communications
• Support the creation of visual assets using Canva and Adobe Creative Suite tools

Administrative and Team Support

• Maintain communications calendars and scheduling tools
• Assist with internal newsletters and staff updates
• Provide administrative support to the Communications Manager and team
• Assist with preparing presentations and reports for internal and external stakeholders

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree/diploma in Communications Marketing Public Relations Journalism or a related field
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and digital engagement strategies
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint SharePoint)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently and collaboratively
• Fluency in English and French (spoken and written) is required

Assets

• Previous internship or related experience in communications or marketing
• Experience using Canva WordPress and Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Photoshop InDesign Illustrator)
• Familiarity with social media scheduling tools such as Hootsuite
• Experience with analytics and performance reporting tools such as Google Analytics

Skills Development & Youth Empowerment

Through this role the Communications Assistant / Intern will gain handson experience and transferable skills in:

• Digital communications and storytelling
• Social media strategy and content scheduling
• Accessibility and inclusive communications practices
• Media monitoring and brand management
• Analytics and performance reporting
• Collaborative work in a nonprofit communications environment

The role provides mentorship skillbuilding opportunities and exposure to realworld nonprofit communications projects.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS

Bilingualism is required. Fluency in English and French (spoken and written) is essential.

HOW TO APPLY

In your cover letter please share what makes you an ideal fit for this position and why you want to join the Ottawa Food Bank.

We believe in diverse perspectives and unique experiences and we welcome applicants from different paths and about this position butdontmeet every qualification we encourage you to still apply.

The Ottawa Food Bank is committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity in our workforce. We actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds including those with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI and BIPOC communities.

In our commitment to accessibility the Ottawa Food Bank provides accommodations for persons with disabilities throughout the entire recruitment process. If you require accommodation please inform us at and we will ensure that your needs are met.

The Ottawa Food Bank does not use Artificial Intelligence to screen assess or select applicants. Your application is reviewed by a real human being.

Ready to apply Submit your application by the deadline to join a collaborative and mission-driven organization making an impact in the community.

Required Experience:

Junior IC