Company: Saint Elizabeth Health Care

Location: Markham, ON

Expected salary:

Job date: Tue, 25 Feb 2025 08:17:32 GMT

Job description: Future of Work Intern (Masters Student Placement)Term: May – August 2025 (Full-Time Placement)About SE Health:SE Health is a not-for-profit social enterprise committed to creating meaningful social impact by improving the lives of our clients, communities, and employees. As part of our Future of Work Innovation initiatives, we are exploring ways to support our frontline staff in areas such as financial well-being, career development, and access to resources that enhance their quality of life.We are seeking a passionate Master’s student to support exploratory research, pilot project development, and stakeholder engagement in workforce-related social impact initiatives. This internship is ideal for students with an interest in social innovation, workforce development, business strategy, behavioral economics, policy analysis, or human-centered design.Position SummaryThe Summer Intern – Future of Work Innovation will support projects focused on enhancing the financial security, career pathways, and well-being of SE Health’s workforce. The intern will work closely with internal teams and external partners to explore and develop solutions that address key workforce challenges, such as:Microloans for Transportation – Exploring how low-interest loans can help frontline staff secure reliable transportation to visit clients at home.Career Advancement Pathways – Identifying opportunities for professional growth and upskilling within SE Health.Retirement Savings & Financial Well-being – Researching models to enhance financial security for staff, particularly those in lower-income roles.Other Workforce Well-being Initiatives – Supporting new ideas that improve job satisfaction, work-life balance, and employee retention.ResponsibilitiesDepending on assigned projects, the intern will:Conduct research and benchmarking to identify best practices in workforce support programs, financial well-being initiatives, and employee development models.Analyze data and insights to assess the feasibility and impact of potential workforce initiatives.Engage with internal stakeholders, staff, and external partners to gather input, co-design solutions, and explore partnerships.Support the design and implementation of pilot projects, including defining key success metrics.Develop reports, presentations, and recommendations for leadership and stakeholders.Contribute to funding and grant proposals related to workforce initiatives.Requirement:Currently enrolled in a Master’s program in Business Administration, Public Policy, Social Innovation, Human Resources, or a related field.Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.Self-motivated, able to work independently and collaboratively.Passion for social impact, workforce innovation, and employee well-being.About Us:At SE, we love what we do. Every day, we bring hope and happiness to clients, homes, and communities across Canada. We treat each person with dignity and love, like our own family; we build empathy; and we do the right thing. We are always inspired to make a difference. As a not-for-profit social enterprise, we share knowledge, provide the best care, and help each client to realize their most meaningful goals for health and wellbeing. We are an inclusive workplace offering competitive salary, group benefits, RRSP pension, and work life balance. We’re a great place to work, and we hope you’ll join our team.In the interest of the health and safety of our patients/clients, employees, and greater good of public health, SE Health requires those that wish to work for this organization to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Fully vaccinated means a person has received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine and it has been 14 days since the last dose.SE Health is committed to the success of all its employees. If you feel you need accommodations because of illness or disability, please do not hesitate to contact Talent Acquisition Team at at your earliest convenience.