JOB POSTINGS

Communications Intern – 12 months

Building Ontario Fund (BOF) is a Crown Agency that works with trusted institutional investors and Indigenous communities to attract new investment in priority infrastructure while helping to maintain a responsible fiscal plan today and for future generations. Projects financed through Building Ontario Fund are focused on the following areas: affordable housing, long-term care, energy, critical minerals, transportation, and municipal and community infrastructure.

PURPOSE OF POSITION
Supports the development and distribution of external and internal communications that highlight Building Ontario Fund’s (BOF) high-impact infrastructure investments and corporate priorities. The Communications Intern will assist with project announcements, executive communications, conference and event preparation, media monitoring, and internal communications initiatives. This role offers hands on experience while contributing to BOF’s efforts to catalyze investment in priority infrastructure across Ontario and support employee engagement initiatives that help position BOF as an employer of choice.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assist with developing content for project announcements that amplify the profile of Building Ontario Fund’s investments, ensuring clear and consistent messaging across all channels, including news releases, social media, the website, and internal platforms.
• Support external communications related to corporate priorities (e.g. business plan, annual report) by gathering background information, conducting research, drafting content, and supporting review and approval processes.
• Support media relations, including drafting background materials and Q&As.
• Conduct media and social media scans, identifying relevant coverage, emerging issues, and trends.
• Assist in preparing key messages and briefing materials to support issues preparedness.
• Support executive participation in speaking engagements and conferences through event and audience research, assisting with drafting briefing notes and speaking remarks, and coordinating timelines and logistics.
• Assist with implementing social media content plans by drafting copy that reflects BOF’s brand voice and supports audience engagement, helping to source visuals and coordinate with external vendors when required, and conducting analytics tracking and reporting on social media performance.
• Contribute to internal communications initiatives aligned with BOF’s mandate, values, and priorities.
• Ensure communications adhere to brand guidelines, applicable directives, and accessibility standards.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas to support continuous improvement of communications practices.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience
• Currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from, a post-secondary program in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, English, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Eligible for a co op or formal work term placement through an accredited institution.

Knowledge and Skills
• Demonstrate curiosity and strong interest in learning about infrastructure issues relevant to BOF, with a desire to support and advance the organization’s work through effective communications.
• Knowledge of inclusive communication practices and accessibility standards and legislation (e.g. Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2009).
• Solid understanding of the media environment, including risks and opportunities.
• Demonstrated understanding of social media platforms and their use in organizational communications
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to distill complex information into clear, concise content tailored to specific channels.
• Strong research and organization skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Project management skills to plan and deliver communication initiatives. Keen eye for details to ensure flawless execution of communications products.
• Resiliency, organizational, and time management skills to adapt quickly and deliver results in fast-moving situations and make progress even when the path forward isn’t clear.
• Proficiency with various computer systems and software programs including MS Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, SharePoint), database management and various website and social media content tools.
• Bilingualism in French and English, preferred but not required.

THE ENVIRONMENT

Physical
Our office at 79 Wellington Street W, Toronto is steps from Union Station, with great dining and transit options.

As part of the Ontario Public Service, BOF requires employees to work in-office five (5) days/week. We believe in-person presence and collaboration strengthens culture and service delivery.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU

Competitive compensation
We offer fair, market-informed salaries that reflect your experience and qualifications, while balancing public sector responsibility.

The expected salary for this role is CA$55,000 for candidates who meet the stated qualifications.

A retirement plan that’s built to last
We offer a defined-benefit (DB) pension through the (Ontario) Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) that provides predictable and secure income in retirement, indexed to inflation; early retirement options, survivor benefits, and is backed by the Government of Ontario. BOF also matches your contributions 1:1, adding ~9-11% of your salary in long-term value.

Benefits that prioritize your health & wellbeing
For this position, we offer:
• “Day-1” Health, Dental, Life, AD&D and LTD insurance coverage for you and your dependents, with 100% of premiums paid for by BOF, and no annual deductibles or “upgrade” fees
• $750 Health Care Spending Account annually
• Optional supplementary life, AD&D, and critical illness insurance for you and your dependents
• Discounted Corporate Gym Membership Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential help with mental health, fitness, relationships, nutrition, finances, elder care, and legal services
• Pregnancy & Parental Leave Top-up
• Time to recharge including 4 weeks annual vacation time, 13 paid statutory holidays, 6 paid sick days/ year with up to 124 more days of sick leave at 75% of salary

THE APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit your resume to HR@buildingonfund.ca

Please note that only applicants considered for introductory conversations, assessments, or interviews will be contacted. Selection is based on technical competence, relevant experience, and, where necessary, educational/professional credentials.

Accessibility & accommodations
We are committed to an accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodation, please advise us, and we’ll work with you to provide any necessary and reasonable support to facilitate your participation.

Among other methods, you may reach out to us through our website, or send an email to HR@buildingonfund.ca.

Commitment to diversity, equity & inclusion
Diversity and inclusion are core to BOF’s strength. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and identities, and hire through a merit-based process.

AI disclosure
BOF uses AI to support documentation and summarization of candidate conversations.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects opportunities at great companies with highly skilled job seekers. Named as a Fortune World’s Most Admired Company and one of Forbes Best Employers for Diversity, Robert Half has also been certified as a Great Place to Work in 16 countries around the world.

To help maintain its commitment to delivering an award-winning culture, Robert Half is seeking a PR Manager in Canada.

Part of the International Business Public Relations (PR) team and Robert Half’s larger global Corporate Communications team, this hands-on role develops and implements the PR strategy, contributing to the company’s overall external communications initiatives with a goal of raising the profile of Robert Half and its divisions to all media and stakeholders while maintaining the integrity of the organization’s corporate identity.

What You’ll Do

Media Relations

• In conjunction with the North American PR team and line manager, develop and execute the Canadian PR strategy to position Robert Half as an industry thought leader.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with national and trade media.
• Proactively pitch commentary, trends, and data-driven insights to secure coverage.
• Manage media inquiries and support issues management and crisis communications.
• Develop and maintain spokespeople biographies and approved corporate photography.
• Represent Canada on global company PR calls.
• Support the global survey program for your region/country to identify and create strong news release angles and shape PR strategy.
• Maintain positive relationships with media monitoring platform, ensuring coverage data is accurate, complete and free of irrelevant entries.
• Track and report on PR performance and media coverage.

Spokesperson & Interview Support

• Prepare executives for media opportunities, including briefings and message development.
• Support interviews and provide post-interview feedback and coaching.
• Identify and coordinate media training needs for key spokespeople.

Content Development

• Write and edit press releases, media pitches, bylines, and thought leadership content.
• Support the International Business thought leadership programs from a local perspective (e.g. the annual Salary Guide, among others), including content development.
• Ensure all written content is accurate, on-brand, editorially sharp and tailored appropriately for each outlet and audience.

Corporate Communications

• Support regional initiatives including awards, community programming, recognition programs, and employer brand efforts.
• Partner with Marketing and HR on events, presentations, and Great Place to Work program.
• Collaborate with Marketing team to create presentation material at conferences and, where necessary, provide host scripts for all Robert Half client events.

What You Bring

• 5–7 years of experience in PR or communications, ideally in professional services, staffing, or a B2B environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and public speaking skills.
• Strong media relationships, including experience securing Tier 1 coverage.
• Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading and storytelling skills.
• Experience supporting executives and managing media interviews.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Experience in crisis communications and issues management is an asset.
• Ability to influence and communicate effectively with a variety of professionals from.
• senior leadership to staff level.
• Bachelor’s degree required; PR or communications specialization preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Recruitment/staffing firm, Big 4, banking/financial services, legal, professional/business services.
• Publicly listed firm or large multinational organization with presence across several geographies around the globe.
• PR Agency background with clients aligned to banking, financial services, recruitment, or other professional services firms.
• Experience working across multiple geographies and time zones.

The typical annual salary range for this position is shown below and is negotiable depending upon experience and location. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus.

$74,000.00 – $92,000.00

Robert Half est la première et la plus grande entreprise de solutions de gestion des talents spécialisées au monde qui relie les occasions dans les grandes entreprises à des chercheurs d’emploi hautement qualifiés. Désignée comme l’une des entreprises les plus admirées au monde par Fortune et l’un des meilleurs employeurs pour la diversité par Forbes, Robert Half a également été certifiée comme Excellent lieu de travail (« Great Place to Work ») dans 16 pays à travers le monde.

Afin de maintenir son engagement à offrir une culture primée, Robert Half est à la recherche d’un ou une gestionnaire des relations publiques au Canada.

Le ou la titulaire de ce poste fait partie de l’équipe des Relations publiques de l’entreprise internationale et de l’équipe plus large des Communications d’entreprise de Robert Half. Cette personne met en œuvre la stratégie de RP, contribuant aux initiatives globales de communication externe de l’entreprise dans le but de rehausser le profil de Robert Half et de ses divisions auprès de tous les médias et parties prenantes tout en préservant l’intégrité de l’identité de l’organisation en tant qu’entreprise.

Ce que vous ferez

Relations avec les médias

• En collaboration avec l’équipe des relations publiques en Amérique du Nord et son responsable hiérarchique, élaborer et exécuter la stratégie des relations publiques au Canada afin de positionner Robert Half en tant que leader éclairé de l’industrie.
• Établir et maintenir des relations solides avec les médias nationaux et spécialisés.
• Présenter de manière proactive des commentaires, des tendances et des perspectives basées sur les données pour obtenir une couverture médiatique.
• Gérer les demandes des médias et soutenir la gestion des enjeux et les communications de crise.
• Développer et assurer les mises à jour des biographies des porte-parole et des photographies approuvées par l’entreprise.
• Représenter le Canada lors des appels de relations publiques de l’entreprise à l’échelle mondiale.
• Soutenir le programme mondial d’enquêtes pour votre région/pays afin d’identifier et de créer des angles de communiqué de presse solides et de façonner la stratégie de relations publiques.
• Maintenir des relations positives avec la plateforme de surveillance des médias, en veillant à ce que les données couvertes soient exactes, complètes et ne comprennent pas d’entrées non pertinentes.
• Suivre et rendre compte de la performance des relations publiques et de la couverture médiatique.

Porte-parole et soutien aux entrevues

• Préparer les cadres aux rencontres avec les médias, ce qui comprend des séances d’information et l’élaboration de messages.
• Soutenir les entretiens et fournir des commentaires et un encadrement après l’entretien.
• Identifier et coordonner les besoins de formation médiatique pour les principaux porte-parole.

Développement de contenu

• Rédiger et éditer des communiqués de presse, des présentations médiatiques, des articles signés et du contenu de leadership éclairé.
• Soutenir les programmes de leadership éclairé des affaires internationales depuis une perspective locale (par exemple, le Guide salarial annuel, entre autres), ce qui comprend le développement de contenu.
• Assurer que tout le contenu rédigé soit exact, corresponde à la marque, soit précis sur le plan éditorial et adapté de manière appropriée à chaque média et à chaque public.

Communications d’entreprise

• Soutenir les initiatives régionales, y compris les prix, les programmes communautaires, les programmes de reconnaissance et les efforts de marque employeur.
• Collaborer avec le marketing et les RH pour les événements, les présentations et le programme Great Place to Work.
• Collaborer avec l’équipe marketing pour créer du matériel de présentation lors des conférences et, si nécessaire, fournir des scripts d’animation pour tous les événements clients de Robert Half.

Ce que vous apportez

• 5 à 7 ans d’expérience en relations publiques ou en communications, idéalement en services professionnels, en recrutement ou dans un environnement de commerce entre entreprises.
• Excellentes compétences écrites, verbales, interpersonnelles et de prise de parole en public.
• Solides relations avec les médias, y compris de l’expérience dans l’obtention d’une couverture de niveau 1.
• Compétences exceptionnelles en rédaction, édition, révision et narration.
• Expérience dans le soutien aux cadres et la gestion des entrevues avec les médias.
• Capacité à gérer plusieurs priorités dans un environnement mondial en évolution rapide.
• Une expérience en communication de crise et en gestion des enjeux est un atout.
• Capacité d’influencer et de communiquer efficacement avec une variété de professionnels, allant du niveau de la haute direction au personnel.
• Diplôme de baccalauréat requis ; spécialisation en relations publiques ou en communication préférée.

Expérience préférée

• Cabinet de recrutement/dotation en personnel, Big 4, services bancaires/financiers, services juridiques, services professionnels/commerciaux.
• Entreprise cotée en bourse ou grande organisation multinationale avec une présence dans plusieurs zones géographiques autour du monde.
• Expérience en agence de relations publiques avec des clients alignés sur les services bancaires, les services financiers, le recrutement ou d’autres sociétés de services professionnels.
• Expérience avec le travail dans plusieurs zones géographiques et fuseaux horaires.

L’échelle salariale pour ce poste est indiquée ci-dessous ; elle est négociable en fonction de l’expérience et de l’emplacement. Le ou la titulaire du poste est admissible pour une prime discrétionnaire annuelle.

74 000,00 $ – 92 000,00 $

Robert Half Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veteran

As part of Robert Half’s Corporate Services facility employment process, any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Robert Half is committed to being an equal employment employer offering opportunities to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact us by sending an email to HRSolutions@roberthalf.com or call 1.855.744.6947 for assistance.

In your email please include the following:

• The specific accommodation requested to complete the employment application.
• The location(s) (city, state) to which you would like to apply.

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Able to provide an internship opportunity?

CPRS Toronto is very committed to supporting students and their career pathways as they enter the field of communications and public relations.  Many post secondary programs require students to have some kind of industry experience as a requirement of their programs, but most are not aware of the opportunities available. An internship enables students to gain experience and exposure to real world scenarios, and employers benefit not only from the extra team support, but from fresh perspectives and competencies with tools and technology that students bring. If you or your organization are able to supply a short-or long-term, paid internship this coming year, please let us know term details by emailing Lois Marsh and we’ll include them in our job boards. Let’s help our new practitioners be set up for success!