Communications Co-op

The Opportunity:

Canfor is seeking a Communications Co-op to join our dynamic team for an 8-month term. In this role, you will have the opportunity to gain practical experience in content creation, community outreach, and executing a social media strategy, while contributing to a range of communication initiatives.

The Role:

As a Communications Co-op, you will work closely with the Manager of Communications to support and execute a variety of strategic initiatives across internal communications, social media, government relations and community outreach. Your role will include coordinating the production of internal communications, social media content, and the development of engaging stories for our internal and external channels. Additionally, you may assist in planning and supporting corporate events, community engagement initiatives, and government relations outreach. The team is focused on driving increased social media engagement through a new strategy, fostering employee engagement through consistent communication and providing strategic outreach to the communities we’re a part of.

• Writing employee communications and articles for our employee intranet.
• Supporting the development of our bi-weekly employee e-newsletter and bi-monthly employee calls.
• Contributing to the execution of our new social media strategy.
• Assisting with community relations and event coordination.
• Researching issues and media monitoring.
• Performing project coordination tasks including maintaining a communications calendar.

The Candidate:

• Currently Enrolled: You are pursuing a degree in communications, marketing, design, or a related field within a recognized Co-op program.
• Excellent Writing Skills: Whether you’re crafting messages for internal teams or external audiences, your writing is clear, concise, and engaging. You have the ability to tailor your tone and content to suit various platforms and stakeholders.
• Organized & Detail-Oriented: You thrive in a fast-paced environment, capable of multitasking and managing multiple deadlines efficiently.
• Tech-Savvy: You are proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint) and have basic layout and editing skills.
• Creative & Adaptable: A natural problem-solver, you are passionate about storytelling and visual design, adapting quickly to new challenges.
• Approachable: You’re someone people feel comfortable approaching for guidance or support.
• Having experience with design software such as InDesign, Illustrator, or Photoshop would be an asset

The salary range for this position is: $47,000 - $52,000

Please Note: The range provided is for base salary only. In addition to base salary, Canfor proudly offers its employees a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. It features programs such as performance-based incentive plans, recognition programs, benefits, paid leaves, pension plans with base and matching contributions, savings options and robust health & well-being initiatives. We also continually invest in the development of our talent to help them thrive professionally and personally. Above all, we are proud to offer our employees a value proposition that promotes diversity, equity and inclusion and fosters an environment where talent and performance is recognized and rewarded.

Don't check off every single bullet point? At Canfor, we prioritize the right fit for our organization over a strict checklist of criteria. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds may not perfectly align.

Our people-focused approach prioritizes safety, embraces diversity, valuing everyone’s unique qualities. We believe that inclusion and diversity are crucial for our productivity, creativity, innovation, and competitive edge. Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, based on qualifications and experience.

We appreciate all candidates' interest but will contact only those selected for interviews. Our hiring for various positions is ongoing and includes different screening processes such as behavioral assessments, references, and criminal record checks, depending on the role and location.

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