Internal Communications Co-op/internship

Closing date: October 3, 2024

Use your critical thinking skills in a fast-growing company where you can have an impact. The British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) is currently seeking a Internal Communications Co-op/Intern for the Winter 2025 (January to April) work term to support the Corporate & Investor Relations department. If you are a highly motivated, team player who can handle multiple projects and are interested in developing your professional career and learning more about driving sustainable growth, accelerating innovation and operating on a global scale, this is the opportunity for you

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

BCI manages a globally diversified portfolio of assets valued at $250.4 billion and is one of Canada’s largest institutional investors. We invest globally to support pension and other funds for more than 30 clients based in British Columbia. We are proud to have been chosen as one of

Canada’s Top 100 Employers

and

BC’s Top Employers
- These national and provincial competitions recognize employers who offer exceptional workplaces for their employees.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

Internal communications is important for any corporation to build a strong culture, support employee engagement and experience, and ensure a clear, consistent narrative. The Internal Communications team aims to build a sense of pride and commitment among BCI staff by sharing strategic and operational updates that are compelling, informative, and succinct. The group’s primary focus is the corporation’s intranet, which houses reference materials and daily news. They plan and produce strategic digital content in a variety of formats for BCI’s growing staff base, including articles and video.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING- You will be provided with real work experience and will actively contribute to the team’s responsibilities, both independently and working alongside other members of the team.-
- Contribute to the development and execution of our internal communication strategy- Collect and analyze engagement analytics for content and events- Provide proofreading or editing support for documents and video, as needed- Ad-hoc projects and tasks as assigned by the team

IDEAL CANDIDATE- Has an interest in corporate communications, commitment to producing high-quality work, and eagerness to learn- Has strong writing and editing skills with excellent attention to detail- Is technologically savvy, with experience in Adobe Creative Suite being preferred- Able to think creatively and critically to effectively communicate complex topics in a simple but compelling way- Has effective time management skills and is able to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy and quality- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively

WHAT WE OFFER- Training and mentorship to develop your knowledge and professional skill sets that are required to succeed in the industry- Be a valued part of a team and work culture that is down to earth, values your perspective and rewards transparency and accountability- Exposure to some of the most talented, approachable, and inspiring people in the industry- Time to connect and build your network with other interns and BCI professionals that will contribute to your professional network and future career opportunities- Potential work term extensions and career opportunities- The ability to opt-in for access to Dialogue, a user-friendly app that offers virtual primary care, employee and family services, and mental health supports- Time to connect with co-op students & interns at BCI - build your network and shared learning- 2 paid days per year for volunteering- Competitive pay: Mid / Back Office: $2,260.00 gross bi-weekly or $2,090.00 gross bi-weekly + vacation leave paid based on 6% of salary ($2,260.00 gross biweekly for those with (or working towards) a graduate degree or joining the Investment Strategy & Risk department and $2,090.00 gross biweekly for those with (or working towards) an undergraduate degree, diploma, or certificate)

THE DETAILS- Work term: Winter 2025 (January to April)- Department: Corporate & Investor Relations- Office Location: 750 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC- Spend your off hours exploring beautiful Victoria and Vancouver Island- Travel: if coming to Victoria for this work term, BCI will provide a fixed-rate travel allowance based on your location- All co-ops/internships will need to be completed in person at our Victoria office with the option to work one day per week from home. Please note, some positions are not eligible for hybrid work.

HOW TO APPLYApplication deadline: October 3, 2024 at 11:59pm PST- Please include a cover letter, resume, and transcripts (unofficial transcript will suffice)- Note: The ability to legally work full-time in Canada for the duration of your work term is a condition of employment at BCI

At BCI, we value diversity and believe in fostering an inclusive culture where all employees can be successful.