About the role#
As an ITS Operations & Communications Intern, you will join the IT Solutions division at Vancity. You will support the Business Technology Roadmap by managing divisional communications, employee engagement initiatives, and daily operations. This is a full-time, 8-month contract running from January 4, 2027, to September 30, 2027. You will report to the Director of ITS Strategic Planning & Operations.
What you'll do#
- Create internal communications, including newsletters, articles, announcements, presentations, and intranet content.
- Manage communication calendars and support change-management efforts, such as FAQs and SharePoint updates.
- Coordinate employee engagement initiatives, including town halls, feedback surveys, recognition programs, and onboarding.
- Produce divisional meetings and events by handling run-of-show plans, content, and speaker preparation.
- Manage logistics for in-person and offsite events, including venue selection, catering, and budget tracking.
- Provide administrative support, including reporting, tracking, and stakeholder follow-up.
- Oversee vendor and financial administration, such as processing work orders, purchase orders, and invoices.
- Assist with recurring operational tasks, including timesheet and project-code administration.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in or recent graduation from an undergraduate program in Business Administration or Communications.
- Eligibility for co-op or internship programs.
- Experience in strategic support, project management, or communications.
- Background in coordinating events, meetings, or administrative processes.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with high attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Preferred: Experience with internal communications, change management, or virtual and in-person event production.
- Preferred: Interest in experimenting with emerging technologies like Microsoft Copilot and AI tools.
Location & details#
- Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
- Work Modality: Hybrid, with an expectation to be on-site approximately 3 days per week and during specific events or business demands.
- Compensation: $27.85 per hour.
- Status: Full-time, paid internship.
About Vancity
Vancity is a credit union founded in 1946. It provides banking, wealth management, and investment services to over 550,000 member-owners. The organization operates 54 branches across the Fraser Valley, Metro Vancouver, Victoria, Alert Bay, and Squamish. It employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people and focuses on community investment.
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