Public Policy & Advocacy Internship - Ottawa

We are looking for a Public Policy and Advocacy Intern to work with CFIB teams in Ottawa. The position will run for 18 weeks from May 19th to September 18th. You will work directly on project(s) that support CFIB's mission to ensure Canada's small business community thrives.

Requirements

• Desire to learn more about the small business sector and its role in the Canadian economy
• Interest in government relations/politics/public policy
• Strong research skills to undertake qualitative and quantitative analysis, check sources and facts, and develop key arguments
• Superior written communication skills
• Commitment to accuracy and thoroughness
• Expertise in word processing, spreadsheets and graphs
• Proven ability to work interdependently in a collaborative environment with colleagues in a small office environment
• Ability to step in to help keep the office running (answer phone, administrative tasks), if necessary
• Good interpersonal skills
• Objectivity and non-partisanship
• Fluency in English language is a requirement (written, oral and reading)
• Proficient in French is a requirement

Benefits

• Career advancement
• Flexibility
• Supportive leadership
• Diversity and inclusion
• Training and development