About the role#
This is a paid, full-time internship for the Winter 2027 term. You will join the Atlantic Canada district team in Halifax, Nova Scotia, to support proposal development and communications initiatives within the construction industry.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with Proposal Specialists on submission documents, including Expressions of Interest (EOI), Requests for Qualifications (RFQ), and Requests for Proposal (RFP).
- Assist with the RFP review process, including outlining requirements, timelines, and task assignments.
- Participate in Strategic Visioning and planning sessions.
- Research data needed for submission documents.
- Translate proposal visions into layouts and graphics using InDesign.
- Select and acquire strategic images for visual communication.
- Review responses for accuracy, content, and compliance.
- Coordinate and join review sessions with team members.
- Organize marketing and communications resources.
- Work with the communications specialist on content for community initiatives and campaigns.
- Write and edit materials for events and conferences.
- Organize photography for social media and advertising.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a degree or diploma program related to communications, public relations, or marketing.
- Strong writing and collaboration skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools like Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Understanding of social media platforms and the ability to tailor content for them.
Location & details#
- Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027 (4 months starting January 2027).
- Modality: On-site.
About PCL Construction
PCL Construction operates as a group of independent construction firms. The company works in the civil infrastructure, heavy industrial, and buildings markets. It maintains a presence in Canada, the United States, the Caribbean, and Australia through 31 major centers. The organization is 100 percent employee-owned.
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