BUILD YOUR FUTURE WITH TURNER CONSTRUCTION
Turner Construction, founded in 1902, is North America's largest general builder, shaping skylines globally with over 13,500 professionals and $17 billion in annual volume. We handle 1,500 projects annually across sectors like healthcare, education, and commercial spaces, combining local agility with global strength. We've completed projects like the New York Yankee's Stadium, the U.S. Capitol Dome Restoration, the Boeing Company North Charleston Campus, and more! Since 1951, Turner has been a key player in Canada's construction industry, with nearly $1 billion in annual revenue and over 930 professionals. Turner is committed to quality, safety, and fostering an inclusive work environment.
Turner Construction isn't just about buildings – we’re about building futures, empowering employees, and leaving a lasting legacy for the communities we serve.
WHAT WE HAVE TO OFFER YOU
At Turner, we appreciate the strength that every member brings. As you offer your unique knowledge and help carry our company forward, we guarantee to support you in your individual growth journey. This opportunity also offers:
Access to practical tools and resources including, a work phone, laptop, and safety gear.
Summer Fridays (early dismissals during the summer months on Fridays where applicable).
Invitations to participate in company events and activities.
Hourly rate range for this position may be CA$20.00 to CA$24.00 per hour, depending on experience and fit.
THE MARKETING INTERN OPPORTUNITY
Turner Construction’s Toronto office is seeking a full-time, Marketing Intern (4 -8 months). The role requires availability to work on-site or at the head office, Monday to Friday, for 40 hours per week, and will report to the Marketing Manager.
About the Role
The Marketing & Communications Intern will support the business unit marketing team with activities related to business development, proposals, communications, and event coordination.
This role provides hands-on experience across proposal development, content creation, and marketing operations in a fast-paced, project-based environment. The intern will contribute to both internal and external initiatives, gaining exposure to how marketing and communications support business growth and project delivery.
What You’ll Do
Business Development & Proposal Support
- Assist in the production of proposals, presentations, and prequalification materials
- Support content development, formatting, and organization of pursuit materials
- Collaborate with teams to ensure consistency in messaging and brand standards
Content & Communications
- Draft and edit communications, including monthly newsletters, project updates, and marketing content
- Assist in building presentations and visual materials for internal and external audiences
Research & Data Management
- Conduct research to support pursuits and marketing initiatives
- Maintain and update marketing databases, including project profiles, resumes, and client information
- Support tracking of leads, opportunities, and project information
Event Planning & Coordination
- Assist with planning and organizing internal and external events
- Support logistics, communications, invitations, and post-event follow-ups
Marketing Operations & Brand Support
- Assist with the development of marketing materials and graphics
- Support digital asset management and social media marketing efforts
- Help maintain brand standards across all materials and communications
Event Planning & Coordination
- Support the planning and organization of internal and external events
- Assist with logistics, communications, invitations, and follow-ups
- Support documentation and organization of key materials
- Help publish internal newsletter and maintain content across communication platforms
- Ensure consistency in formatting, tone, and visual presentation
What You’ll Learn
- How communications support business operations and project delivery
- How proposals and RFP processes work in a construction environment
- Fundamentals of event planning and coordination
- How to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting
- Best practices for clear, effective business communication
About You
Basic Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Business, or a related field
- Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail
- Comfortable using Canva, Instagram and LinkedIn
- Interest in communications, business operations, or project environments
Nice to Have:
- Interest in PR, Communications, and/or Marketing
- Adobe Creative Suite experience
What Makes You a Great Fit
- Organized and able to manage multiple tasks at once
- Proactive and willing to jump in where needed
- Strong attention to detail
- Eager to learn and contribute in a team environment
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Performance of the required duties may require physical ability to climb permanent and temporary stairs, passenger use of construction personnel hoists, ability to climb ladders and negotiate work areas under construction. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands, talk, and hear. The employee frequently views a computer monitor and frequently uses a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to be mobile, and the employee regularly travels both short and long distances via a variety of conveyances. The employee regularly performs work on-site at construction work sites, office locations, and/or off-site venues. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works at construction work sites where the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, fumes, or airborne particles, outside weather conditions, and risk of electrical shock. The noise in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works in an office or remote setting. The noise in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate in an office setting. The employee is required to work in compliance with company safety policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
Turner Construction Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Accommodations are available, including for applicants with disabilities, in the application and recruitment process, upon request.
