People & Culture Intern

**People & Culture Intern**

At Interac, we design and deliver products and solutions that give Canadians control over their money so they can get more out of life. But that’s not all. Whether we’re leading real-time money movement, driving innovative commerce solutions like open payments for transit systems, or making advancements in new areas like verification and open banking, we are playing a key role in shaping the future of the digital economy in Canada.

The People & Culture (P&C) Intern will play a supporting role in the delivery of an enriching employee journey for all Interac team members. Reporting to the Head, Total Rewards, you will have the opportunity to further your development by providing day-to-day support for various projects and initiatives within the Employee Journeys team. The intern will have an opportunity to learn and participate in employee engagement, onboarding, training, and development and more This role also provides a hands-on opportunity to develop a foundational understanding of how organizations design and manage competitive rewards strategies.

**You’ll**be responsible for**:

- Assisting with general P&C programs and initiatives, including the organization and execution on in-person and virtual DEI events, employee onboarding and facilities adhoc needs
- Responding to employee inquiries, monitoring shared inbox according to preset service level agreements
- Preparing post DEI event feedback reports
- Researching, analyzing, and maintaining information systems in support of DEI Managing the centralized DEI intranet, calendar, inbox and Microsoft Teams channels
- Assisting with creating communications to acknowledge days of significance
- Supporting the P&C team in their day-to-day partnerships with business client groups
- Support planning and execution of employee engagement initiatives and campaigns led by Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
- Assist in creating and reviewing benefits and recognition program related communication materials (e.g., newsletters, FAQs, intranet content).
- Contribute to documentation of data required for job evaluation in alignment with internal frameworks.
- Assist with job description inventory and management.
- Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure clarity and alignment in communications and documentation.

**You bring**:

- You are studying Human Resources, Organizational Behaviour, Psychology, Business, Administration, Psychology, Social Work
- Solid verbal, written and analytical communication skills. You are able to articulate and organize your thoughts succinctly
- Proven time management and organization skills. You are able to prioritize and manage your time effectively to meet deadlines
- You have proven experience being trusted to handle sensitive tasks and conversations with confidentiality and discretion
- Understanding that success is in the details - You notice things that others don't. Your critical thinking skills and ability to problem solve help to inform your decision making
- Able to be flexible especially in re-setting the priorities
- Understand diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Relationship-building and strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop trust and confidence, work effectively and collaborative with individuals across multiple functions and levels
- Ability to interpret data and identify trends
- Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Power Point, Excel, Power BI, MS Teams) with preference for working knowledge of Excel
- Although not required, you have some familiarity or previous experience with the following:

- A self-starter mindset with a drive for continuous learning and desire to understand what motivates people and how to engage diverse individuals
- Knowledge in Workday or a similar human resources information system

**Workstyle**: Hybrid (3 days on-site)
**Location**: Toronto
**Term**: September to December 2025
**Duration**: Monday - Friday
- Interac requires employees to complete a background check that is completed by one of our service providers. We use this service to complete the following checks:_
- _ Canadian criminal record check;_
- _ Public safety verification;_
- _ Canadian ID cross-check;_
- _ 5-year employment verification;_
- _ Education verification; and_
- _ If applicable, Credit Inquiry and Social Media Check_

**How we work**
We know that exceptional people have great ideas and are passionate about their work. Our culture encourages excellence and actively rewards contributions with:
**Connection**:You’re surrounded by talented people every day who are driven by their passion of a common goal.

**Core Values**:**They define us. Living them helps us be the best at what we do.

**Compensation & Benefits**:Pay is driven by individual and corporate performance and we provide a multitude of benefits and perks.

**Education**:To ensure you are the best at what you do we invest in you

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