Intern, Marketing Partnerships

Be part of building a national brand. The Canadian Olympic Committee (COC) is a national, private, not-for-profit organization committed to high-performance sports excellence. We are the largest private supporter of high-performance sport in Canada and we are responsible for all aspects of Canada’s involvement in the Olympic Movement, including participation in the Olympic and Pan American Games.

Working within the larger Partnerships Team, the Intern, Marketing Partnerships will be responsible for supporting sponsor planning and activations, communicating with internal and external stakeholders, supporting the best-in-class Partnerships team. The intern will assist with the administration of the day-to-day operations of the Partnerships functions by providing supportive services in the following areas: General Administration, Partner Service, Commercial Affairs and Business Development.

LOCATION

This internship will be located in the COC office in Toronto, ON at 250 Yonge St., Suite 3000. We offer a hybrid work model that allows for up to two days of remote work each week.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND PRIORITIES

General Administration

Supports the day-to-day efficient operation of the Partnerships team

Supports Marketing Partnerships Inbox management; follows up on email as required

Updates Marketing Partnerships team tracking documents and maintains up-to-date records for departmental programs

Assists in the coordination of the Marketing Partnerships Team Gifting program, including inventory management, organization and shipping requirements

Partner Service

Supports the execution of specific Marketing Partner programs (e.g., Bell Athletes Connect Program, Sobeys Grocery Card Program, FACE Program)

Fulfills Marketing Partner requests and contractual obligations

Supports the overall Partnerships team in day-to-day servicing of Partners

Assists with research, development and execution of Marketing Partner projects and events

Supports the Partnerships team with Partner Engagement Requests (e.g., event support, gifting, strategic planning, research)

Prepares Partnerships presentations and reporting for review

Prepares internal and partner communications for review and distribution

Commercial Affairs and Business Development

Assists in monitoring the Brand inbox for both internal and external requests

Researches and prepares reports on industry trends and marketplace analysis to support with partnership development for new and existing partners

Other duties, as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS AND CRITICAL SKILLS

Must be enrolled in a Canadian degree or diploma program in Business (Marketing, Communications, Commerce) or Sport Management or relevant field

Strong verbal and written communications skills. Bilingualism (French, English) is an asset but not a requirement

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced hybrid environment

Strong organization skills and attention to detail

Positive team player with an eagerness to learn and an affinity for building strong relationships

Strong Knowledge in Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) required

Self-starter and ability to work in a cross-functional team environment

Curiosity for and desire to learn more about the business of sport, and about the business challenges COC Partners face across various industries

Strong time management skills to meet deadlines and deploy resources in areas that have greatest positive impact on results

Digital/social media familiarity, experience with platforms an asset

Demonstrates and embodies the COC values of Accountability, Excellence, Fun, Respect and Bravery

This full-time internship will run from approximately January 2027 to April 2027, depending on the successful intern’s availability and the academic calendar.

COMPENSATION

This is a paid internship. The intern will earn an hourly wage of $18.50 with a maximum of 35 hours per week.

The COC is committed to ensuring our recruitment and selection processes and work environment are inclusive and barrier-free. Accommodation is available upon request for individuals taking part in all stages of our recruitment and selection processes. Please advise the recruiter to ensure your accessibility needs due to a disability are accommodated. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

Accommodation is also available upon request for individuals taking part in all stages of our recruitment and selection processes. Please advise the recruiter to ensure your accessibility needs due to a disability are accommodated. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.