Sustainable and Community Development

1 month ago

Ottawa, Canada ERM Group Full time

ERM is the world’s largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability. We partner with clients to collaborate on operationalizing sustainability at pace and scale, through our diversity in skills, expertise, lived experience and technical delivery capabilities. Inclusive, collaborative people are at the heart of our operation and are focused on shaping a sustainable future with the world’s leading organizations. For more information visit our website:
About the Position

We are seeking a motivated Intern to join our Sustainable and Community Development consulting team in Ottawa, ON. This paid, full-time position will start in October 2024 for the duration of 4 months with the possibility of extension. Being co-located with our team in Ottawa is beneficial but not mandated.

Interns work across the firm on a variety of research, writing and analytical assignments related to sustainability, natural resource management, and social performance. This provides them with the opportunity to learn about a range of services ERM provides and gives them exposure to different areas of practice.

Interns work with a manager who will introduce them to ERM, help identify their goals and review their performance on a regular basis. As part of the team, interns participate in the ERM Academy (i.e. internal training sessions on essential consulting skills, health and safety, and other skills) and are provided other opportunities for learning.

Responsibilities

As an intern your responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

- Conducting research and synthesizing findings for clients.
- Drafting, proof-reading, and formatting reports and presentations.
- Assisting with designing, planning, delivering and reporting on meetings, workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions.
- Supporting marketing and business development initiatives by conducting research on market trends and client needs and preparing marketing materials.

Skills and Attributes

ERM is looking for individuals who demonstrate:

- Initiative as demonstrated by a willingness to take on new tasks, promote new initiatives and seek clarification where necessary (i.e. regarding assigned tasks).
- An ability to conduct research (e.g. web-based, literature, surveys and/or interviews), analyze complex data and present results in a clear and concise manner.
- Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills, to develop a professional network within ERM and with clients.
- Experience working both independently and as a team, with time management and organizational skills.
- Professional conduct (i.e. ability to adhere to an organization’s code of conduct and interact with colleagues and clients in a respectful manner).
- Knowledge of natural resource management, Canada’s history and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, context shaping sustainable and community development in Canada’s north, community engagement, and/or resource development (i.e., either through relevant University education or work experience)

The following skills and experience would also be an asset:

- Previous experience managing projects, facilitating groups, or conducting stakeholder engagement.
- Working knowledge of French.
- Who We Are:_

As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.

At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. We call this capability our “boots to boardroom” approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground or at the executive level.

ERM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Thank you for your interest in ERM

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