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Public Affairs Summer Student

3 months ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Ontario Securities Commission Full time

Public Affairs Summer Student

Communications & Public Affairs Branch

May - August 2023

File #22-153

Who We Are


The Ontario Securities Commission (OSC) is the statutory body responsible for regulating Ontario's capital markets in accordance with the mandate established in the provincial Securities Act and the Commodity Futures Act.

The Commission's mandate is to provide protection to investors from unfair, improper or fraudulent practices, to foster fair and efficient capital markets and confidence in capital markets, and to contribute to the stability of the financial system and the reduction of systemic risk.

This mandate is performed through policy, operational, adjudication and enforcement work. The OSC also contributes to national and global securities regulation development.

We offer a diverse, fair and flexible work environment, and take pride in our challenging and rewarding work.

What We Do


The Communications & Public Affairs Branch plays an integral role in promoting the OSC's reputation as an effective and responsive securities regulator.

The Branch provides strategic communications advice to ensure the timely and effective communication of OSC priorities, policies and actions across all corporate channels.

These include stakeholder engagement, executive remarks, corporate materials, internal communications, media relations, issues management, the OSC Website and intranet.

The Opportunity


The Public Affairs Summer Student will work primarily with the Public Affairs team which is responsible for media relations and issues management.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who lives and breathes the news, is energized by a fast-paced work environment, and is interested in a career in financial communications.


  • Provide support to the Public Affairs team, writing and distributing news releases, assisting with research, tracking media interactions, and monitoring, analyzing and developing internal reports on media coverage.

What do you need to be successful in this role?

  • In process of completing an undergraduate degree or graduate certificate in Public Relations, communications, journalism or political science.
  • An interest in financial communications and the capital markets.
  • Strong writing skills with a commitment to high quality, technically accurate and concise output.
  • Knowledge of Canadian Press Style with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Internally motivated, dynamic, able to work proficiently both independently and in a team environment.
  • Strong work ethic and organizational skills to meet aggressive deadlines.
  • Solid professionalism and discretion in handling confidential issues.
  • Experience working with media monitoring platforms an asset.
  • Knowledge of financial concepts and the securities industry an asset.

Grow your career and make a difference working at the OSC

Application Instructions

  • Cover letter stating your interest in working for the OSC and branch
  • Resume
  • Copies of your current undergraduate transcripts
  • Reference letters are welcomed but not required


If possible, please attach the above documents in one PDF document, with the naming convention "Last Name, First Name, File 22-153".


We thank all applicants for their interest in the Ontario Securities Commission. We will contact those selected for an interview.

  • The OSC is committed to diversity and providing an inclusive workplace. It is our priority to ensure employment opportunities are visible and barrierfree to all underrepresented groups including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQ2S community, to achieve an employee demographic profile reflective of the demographic profile of Ontarians._
  • The OSC is a proud partner with the following organizations: _BlackNorth Initiative_, _Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion_, and _Pride at Work Canada_._
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