Co-op: Policy and Foreign Relations

2 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada Canadian Security Intelligence Service Full time

**Important**:
**Closing Date**
2024-11-01

**Reference Number**
26-968-STUPFR-01

**Job Category**
Co-op
Internship Program

**Who Can Apply**
Canadian Citizens

**Location**
Ottawa, Ontario

**Salary Range**
Hourly Salary

**Status**
Term - 4 to 16 months

**Language Requirement**
Bilingual non-imperative (BBB/BBB)

**Job Summary**:
**Work Term**: Winter 2026 (January - April)

**Eligibility**: We will only be considering applicants enrolled in an accredited Co-op or Internship program in line with their program requirements from their post-secondary academic institution.

CSIS is looking for students who thrive on tackling diverse challenges in a unique environment. If you are up for the challenge and want to join one of our highest performing teams, there is no doubt that your contributions to CSIS will provide a meaningful impact to our mission of helping keep Canadians safe against national security threats.

CSIS offers opportunities for students to gain valuable experience with the possibility to return for multiple placements in different areas.

Students will be given the opportunity to cultivate their skills and knowledge by being paired with experienced employees who will provide feedback during the work term. They will have the opportunity to broaden their knowledge and experience before choosing a career specialization.

Our program is designed to identify and develop potential full-time employees and may offer part-time opportunities in the sessions following the internship or co-op program.

Special consideration may be given to those with a proficiency in both official languages of Canada.

**POLICY AND FOREIGN RELATIONS**

Students will assist with tasks including but not limited to the following:

- Support the development and coordination of strategic communication, policy and/or foreign relations files by providing related advice to senior management, including recommendations on the management of Cabinet and Parliamentary business, foreign travel and/or allied engagement;
- Prepare briefing material, speeches, media lines, correspondence and/or presentations for the Director and/or Minister and senior officials for meetings with domestic colleagues and counterparts, and/or foreign partners;
- Formulate and participate in the drafting of Cabinet documents (such as Memoranda to Cabinet, Aide-Memoire, talking points, decks);
- Draft rapid response briefing notes relating to ongoing political, legal, and corporate issues as well as fast-moving operational issues;
- Conduct relevant consultations on matters before Cabinet and in Parliament, or in advance of Executive foreign visits and travel;
- Research, analyse and interpret Cabinet documents, Parliamentary committee reports, foreign reporting and messages, and/or other documents;
- Assist in the coordination and preparation of Executive foreign travel and visits.
- Assist in the development and implementation of communication strategies. This might include drafting strategic content for social media channels, and coordination with stakeholders to elevate the public dialogue on national security;
- Monitor and analyze media reporting to detect and respond to emerging trends or changes within the security environment (foreign and domestic) that could have consequences for the reputation and operational interests of CSIS.

**Education**:

- Political Science
- Strategic Studies
- Public Administration
- Communications
- Journalism

Applicants must be enrolled in an accredited Co-op or Internship program in line with their program requirements from their post-secondary academic institution.

Applicants must be registered as a full-time, post-secondary student in an accredited academic institution recognized in Canada during their work term.

**Experience**:
Experience may have been acquired through formal and informal settings (e.g. school, volunteer, work experience or projects).
- Providing strategic advice, conducting analysis and making recommendations;
- Compiling and analyzing information to support the development of policies or the coordination of initiatives.
- Collaborating and coordinating with stakeholders.
- Writing and editing communication products for various audiences. This includes social media content, communication plans, fact sheets, backgrounders, media responses and media lines;
- Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and meet tight deadlines.

**Assets**

Experience with social media platforms and tools such as Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Hootesuite and Instagram is considered an asset.

**Competencies**:

- Analytical Skills
- Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Judgement
- Problem Solving

**Notes**:
Applicants must include the following information in their cover letter in order to be given further consideration:
Name of student:
Graduation date:
Program of Study:
Post Secondary School:

- Specify if you are enrolled in a co-op placement, or internship.
- Availability: What is the length of your term (4, 8

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