Forestry Marketing Intern (1) - Urgent

We are looking to hire a hardworking Forestry Marketing Intern (1) to join our vibrant team at Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry in Sault Ste Marie, ON.
Growing your career as a Internship Forestry Marketing Intern (1) is an amazing opportunity to develop exceptional skills.
If you are strong in decision-making, teamwork and have the right drive for the job, then apply for the position of Forestry Marketing Intern (1) at Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry today!

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) is seeking an enthusiastic, team-oriented, highly motivated individual to assist with the implementation of an effective marketing program for MNRF's Ontario Wood brand by assisting in the development and delivery of communications/marketing products and promotional initiatives.

OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism:

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.

What can I expect to do in this role?

As the Forestry Marketing Intern, you will collaborate with branch staff, outside agencies and Communications Service Branch in the development of communications and marketing tools and products. You will also assist with the implementation of social media strategies for Ontario Wood and work with many of our program partners. The position also supports senior staff on other marketing activities related to the implementation of Ontario's Forest Sector Strategy.

How do I qualify?

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Well-developed written and oral communication skills to produce effective communications messages.
• An introductory knowledge of marketing, the use of social media by public sector organizations, communications research and planning, media relations and public relations is required.
• Research skills to gather and produce clear program messaging for a variety of audiences.
• Client relationship building skills to be able to work with clients on marketing plan development and build rapport to encourage program participation.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills in order to obtain necessary information to meet project deadlines.
• Excellent time management skills to organize workload and meet project plan deliverables.

Additional Information:

Successful candidates may be required to undergo an employment screening check in accordance with the Ontario Employment Screening Checks Policy.

Eligibility:

• Proof of eligibility to work in Canada;
• Has graduated or will graduate from an approved or legally authorized college or university with a degree, postgraduate certificate or diploma within the last four years;
• Candidates are only eligible to participate in one MNRF 12-month placement and must not have participated in the MNRF internship program in the past.
• Are not a permanent employee in the OPS.

Benefits of working as a Forestry Marketing Intern (1) in Sault Ste Marie, ON:

● Company offers great benefits
● Advancement opportunities
● Competitive salary