Marketing and Proposals Student
The future you want is within reach.
At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We’re a community of builders committed to building better communities. That’s why we’re always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what’s next in our industry.
We’re also looking at what’s next for you and how we can help you build a career you’re proud of. As a student at PCL, you will get the opportunity for challenging work assignments in a supportive work environment which promotes personal and professional growth.
We are seeking a Marketing and Proposals Student for our Calgary District, within our Canadian Buildings Division that is available for 4 months starting in January 2025.
Proposals are a vital part of our business and one of the ways we secure new work. As a Marketing and Proposals Student, you will gain hands-on experience in helping craft compelling proposal submissions that communicate solutions and strategies to potential clients. This role involves research, critical thinking and creativity, offering a unique opportunity to develop skills in persuasive writing, graphic design and project management. It involves independent work and working as part of a larger pursuit team. If you are detail-oriented, enjoy writing and design and have a passion for making ideas come to life, this is the perfect opportunity to experience the dynamic field of proposals.
As a Marketing and Proposals Student, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our team by:
Responsibilities
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Assisting with the planning and production of proposals, including reviewing client requirements, creating timelines, determining responsibilities, and conducting research.
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Sourcing and updating proposal content from internal and external resources and assisting with design and document development.
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Writing and editing copy, including project profiles and resumes.
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Developing graphics to help create visually compelling submissions.
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Supporting team members with the coordination of client interviews and presentation resources.
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Working within our marketing database.
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Providing support to the Marketing and Communications team, with various tasks and projects, such as photography, writing, editing and design work.
Qualifications
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Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or diploma in information design, graphic design, journalism, technical writing, public relations, or corporate communications.
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Strong writer with excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills.
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Experience in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite (including Adobe InDesign).
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Interest in design and visually communicating ideas.
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Proven skills in project management and time management.
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Organized with strong attention to detail.
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High level of integrity, positive attitude, and a highly collaborative team player.
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Adaptable and flexible.
Next Step:
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Please note that candidates who have been selected to move forward to the next stage of the recruitment process will receive an email to complete a short online video interview.
PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.
The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.
PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. Any salary range displayed by a job board is an estimate. Your salary, which considers your unique qualifications and experience, is just one component of the robust total rewards you'll enjoy at PCL. This may include an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, retirement plan plus matching, and career development programs.
Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in.
Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started!
Target Start Date: 01/06/2025
Employee Status: Internship Full-Time
Company: PCL Construction Management Inc.
Primary Location: Calgary, Alberta
Job: Marketing and Proposals Student
Requisition: 6769