Communications 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 Communications Student, for our Toronto District, within our Canadian Buildings Division that are available for 4 month or 8 months starting September 3rd, 2024.
As a Communications Student and depending on your assigned project, you will have the opportunity to contribute to our team by:
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Toronto District Communications team to develop and implement communications plans and tactics that support key strategic objectives, engaging both internal and external audiences.
- Researching, writing, and proofreading a wide range of engaging content for internal and external audiences, including articles, social media posts, website content, news releases, project profiles, executive communications, and proposal narratives.
- Writing, coordinating and managing distribution and analytics of the district’s weekly internal newsletter.
- Coordinating the development and execution of projects/initiatives, as assigned.
- Developing and maintaining strong customer-focused relationships with our internal stakeholders.
- Track media coverage, identify relevant trends, aggregate data, and measure analytics.
- Support ongoing research and maintenance of media lists and media kits, communications process documents, project information and award tracking etc.
- Consistently applying PCL Construction’s branding to communication deliverables.
- Ability to adapt writing for both internal (conversational) and external (formal) audiences.
- Work with our communications specialist to support community involvement initiatives and campaigns.
- Assist with campaigns and events as needed.
- Has attention to detail when it comes to writing articles, including an understanding of AP Style and writing best practices.
- Performs multiple projects effectively in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree or diploma in journalism, public relations, corporate communications or digital communications, with sound knowledge of the principles and practices of public relations and content marketing.
- Strong writer with excellent spelling, grammar, and proofreading skills.
- A team player with a positive attitude, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.
- Self-driven with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively and take initiative in a deadline-oriented, fast-paced environment.
- Self-driven with the ability to manage multiple projects effectively and take initiative in a deadline-oriented, fast-paced, environment.
- High level of integrity, positive attitude, and a highly collaborative team player.
- A critical thinker with sound decision making skills.
- Ability to research, analyze and organize information accurately and effectively.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Previous experience in a professional environment or co-op/intern experience is considered an asset.
Next Step:
· 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!
Employee Status: Internship Full-Time
Company: PCL Constructors Canada Inc.
Primary Location: Oakville, Ontario, Toronto, Ontario
Job: Communications Student
Requisition: 5874