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Marketing & Communications Intern (8 month… at CAWST · Calgary
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Job Description
CAWST is a Canadian charity and licensed not-for-profit professional engineering consultancy teaching people how to bring safe drinking water, sanitation and hygiene in their homes, schools and clinics, using simple, affordable technologies.
At the heart of everything we do is our belief that when people have their basic water and sanitation needs met, they have the opportunity to succeed. This is what drives our dedicated team to work with a global network of more than 1,500 clients and partners. Together, we have reached over 70 million people since our inception in 2001.
Job Description:The Position: Marketing & Communications Intern
Type: Full-time (40 hours/week), Fixed-term Contract (8 months)
Location: CAWST is based in Calgary, Alberta
Compensation: $24.50 CAD per hour
Start Date: As soon as possible
Application Deadline: May 26, 2026
Do you dream of your work making a difference in the world? CAWST is looking for an organized, reliable, and passionate self-starter to support our Marketing & Communications team in an 8-month internship.
This role is an opportunity for someone at the start of their professional journey who is ready to dive in, learn, and get things done. You will play a vital role in strengthening our team's execution capacity , helping us reach a global audience with life-changing resources and increasing awareness for our cause.
In this role you will:
- Support Operational Coordination: Help manage inputs and tracking within our project management platforms to keep workflows moving efficiently.
Manage Social Media: Own day-to-day publishing, scheduling, and monitoring across our channels.
Develop Content: Partner with our Content Strategist to support the production of materials for email, web, and social media.
Ensure Quality: Conduct final checks and proofing across digital outputs to ensure accuracy and brand consistency.
Coordinate Events: Provide hands-on support for the planning and execution of organizational events.
Why with CAWST?
- Meaningful Impact: Take on a role where you contribute every day to helping people living without basic water and sanitation.
Rich Learning & Development: Gain hands-on experience across various functions, from campaign planning to CRM and digital analytics.
Mentorship: Receive ongoing coaching and feedback from senior team members as you build your professional foundation.
Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive team that fosters innovation and values work-life balance.
You don't need to be an expert to succeed in this role. We're looking for someone with a high level of initiative, a sharp eye for detail, and a genuine desire to learn and develop. If you're a clear communicator who takes pride in follow-through and thrives in a process-driven team, we want to hear from you!
Candidates must be available to work from our Calgary office for at least four days per week (Monday to Thursday), with flexibility to work from home on some Fridays (task dependent). Some evening and/or weekend hours may be required for events in Calgary, and some Fridays may be required in the office. Our office is conveniently located close to public transportation, and any other locations for events in Calgary will be communicated well in advance.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Project Coordination & Support
Project Tracking: Update and maintain timelines within our project management platforms (Monday.com/MS Planner) to ensure all deliverables stay on schedule.
Status Reporting: Help consolidate weekly updates for leadership and proactively check in with team members for status inputs.
Meeting Logistics: Assist in scheduling project meetings and capturing clear, actionable notes for the team.
Marketing & Social Media Execution
Social Media Publishing: Own the day-to-day scheduling and monitoring of social media channels under the guidance of the Content Strategist.
Content Assistance: Help plan and develop social content that aligns with our brand guidelines and content calendar.
Execution Support: Assist in the rollout of marketing initiatives, helping to identify and flag potential delays early to keep projects on track.
Reporting: Produce and present a monthly Social Media Performance Report with actionable insights for the team.
Reporting & Quality Assurance
Data Collection: Assist in gathering performance data across email, web, and social platforms for monthly reports.
QA Checks: Perform detail-oriented reviews of emails, website updates, and social posts to ensure accuracy and brand consistency.
This position is open to all education levels and areas of study. We value diverse perspectives, though a background in communications or marketing is a definite plus.
Tech-savvy and curious: You have a knack for self-directed learning and love diving into new marketing technologies and digital tools.
Creative with Canva: You’re fluent in Canva and ready to bring visual stories to life.
Social media savvy: You bring hands-on experience managing social media platforms and engaging audiences.
Connected and organized: You’re experienced with Office 365; if you’ve used Monday.com, Slack, or Microsoft D365, that’s a fantastic bonus!
Multilingual: Fluency in French or Spanish is an asset that will help you shine in our global context (not required).
Mission-driven: You are genuinely passionate about CAWST’s cause and bring energy and enthusiasm to every project.
When applying, please include:
A cover letter that tells us more about you past what we can see on your resume, and why you are excited to work with CAWST. We will not consider your application unless this is included.
Please note: Your application will be read by real humans on our team, not an AI bot.
Your resume
CAWST values equitable opportunities, sustainable solutions, and collaborative and inclusive processes. CAWST recognizes and accepts differences in cultural, religious, and political processes and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.