Marketing and Communications Intern 2026 Grey Cup Festival

At Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation, we deliver excitement. Our mission is to be the heartbeat of our community by creating connections, building champions, and winning, together.  If you’d like to join a team that’s people-first, diverse, innovative, and energized about delivering extraordinary fan experiences to our guests, then we’d love to sign you to a player's contract!

THE POSITION 

The Grey Cup Festival is seeking a Marketing & Communications Summer Intern for a five (5) month term beginning in May 2026. The Intern will support the Festival marketing and communications team and play an active role in bringing one of Canada’s biggest celebrations to life.

This internship is ideal for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in sport, events, marketing, and community engagement.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assist with the planning and execution of marketing and communications initiatives for the Grey Cup Festival


• Support content creation for digital platforms, including social media and promotional materials


• Assist with community outreach and activations


• Help coordinate community events, appearances, and media-related activities


• Work on-site at community events (weekend and evening work will be required)


• Administrative tasks as assigned;  


• All other duties as assigned.

THE INDIVIDUAL 

The ideal individual for this position will have the following background:

• Recently completed or working towards a degree or certificate in one of the following areas: Public Relations, Communications, Business or Sports Marketing/Management;


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and professional demeanor;


• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs;


• Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure in a team environment to ensure the customers experience is met and exceeded;


• This internship requires a reliable source of transportation as some events are off site;


• Schedule flexibility to work evenings and weekends as dictated by the event schedule.


• Available for 30 - 35 hours a week

This position will remain open until suitable candidates are found. 

CSEC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on age, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religious belief, or sexual orientation.