Company: Meridian Credit Union

Location: Etobicoke, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Fri, 11 Apr 2025 23:04:59 GMT

Job description: Description :Internship to commence May 2024.At Meridian our aspiration is to integrate our purpose into everything we do for people, the planet, and communities. We believe that our greatest opportunity is to create opportunity and meet people where they are.We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Communications Intern to assist in day-to-day support for digital communications programming for both internal and external audiences. The ideal candidate would have strong digital skills, including digital content creation, content management, design and production on intranet, social and digital platforms. It would include writing articles and producing audio and video content, including scripting, filming, post-production and promotion. This role will also support coordination across the Communications team and with internal stakeholders to execute various programs.Work with the external and internal communications team to produce digital content.

• Assist in developing communications materials, including social posts, articles, video scripts, podcast scripts, media pitches, infographics, key messages, etc.
• Develop and design visual storytelling assets, including filming and producing videos, banner ads, social posts, website posts, etc.
• Contribute to the weekly development and publishing of social media posts and management of calendars for leaders
• Liaise with internal stakeholders like Marketing, Brand, ESG, Social Impact and more to support in communications materials and program execution

Provide day-to-day support to external and internal communications teams

• Assist in executing daily media and social media monitoring and reporting
• Assist in the development, design and delivery of communications newsletters, including working with stakeholders to collect information and inform content development, writing and producing content, designing templates, and coordinating distribution
• Assist in coordinating distribution of all employee communications
• Assist in event support for employee events, including town halls, lunch and learns, or other special events

Work with the internal communications team to continually improve the content and features of the intranet.

• Audit existing intranet pages or department sites to identify and catalogue all content and make recommendations on improvements
• Review key improvements with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on any proposed changes, and work to execute the changes.
• Create and post engaging and informative written content for various sections of the intranet, including news articles, videos, announcements, and employee spotlights
• Create and design compelling visuals for banners on intranet to promote content effectively
• Assist in improving, designing and implementing user-friendly navigation and layout improvements for the intranet.
• Support the technical aspects of intranet management, including content uploads, user access management, and troubleshooting issues.
• Monitor intranet usage and feedback to identify areas for further improvement and optimization.
• Assist in creating playbooks and guidelines for intranet use and provide daily support for internal stakeholders to execute on best practices.
• Assist in promoting intranet adoption and engagement through internal marketing campaigns and communications.

Office Location: 3330 Bloor Street West, Toronto.Meridian has a remote work policy that allows flexibility for employees to work remotely but also requires regular time in the office for purposeful meetings to collaborate, innovate and build effective relationships with your team, your colleagues and your leader which is very important to us.What’s in it for you?

• We have an inclusive and collaborative working environment that encourages creativity, curiosity, and celebrates success!
• We provide you with the tools and technology needed to delight your candidates and clients!
• You’ll get to work with and learn from diverse industry leaders, who have hailed from top organizations around the world
• Hybrid work arrangements with in-person office time to collaborate, innovate and build relationships with your colleagues
• This isn’t your typical “corporate” job. We work hard and we have fun!

Who we are:Meridian is Ontario’s largest credit union, and second largest in Canada, helping to grow the lives of our more than 360,000 Members. Meridian has more than 75 years of banking history and is 100% owned by its members. With 89 retail branches and 15 Business Banking Centers across Ontario and $ 30B in assets under management, Meridian offers a full range of financial products and services to its retail, business banking and wealth members. With over 2000 employees and corporate offices located in Toronto and St. Catharines, Meridian has a track record of creating and delivering innovative new offerings and is committed to investing in the communities that we serve. Our plan is to build on our momentum as we deliver on our purpose – helping our members achieve their best life.Find our story here:Experience the Difference!Meridian committed to promoting an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to employing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities and Members in which we live and serve.Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.Please note that due to the volume of applications, only those under consideration will be contacted for an interview.Thank you for your interest in Meridian Credit Union.Follow us on Twitter at#LI-TJ1#LI-HYBRID