Ocean Brands Marketing Intern: Contract Position
(Sept 8, 2026- Feb 26, 2027)
Job Description:
Ocean Brands Marketing intern will work directly with the Marketing Director on specific projects related to the Gold Seal and Millionnaires brands for implementation in Q4 2026 and first half of 2027. You will gain essential training that will help you be successful in future marketing positions. You will be exposed to various departments within the organization and learn about the key roles and responsibilities of a Brand Manager. In this internship, you will also experience being a part of our dynamic innovation team as we disrupt the ambient seafood category and grow beyond our current offerings.
This position will have a hybrid work model: Remote work most of the time, and physical presence in our Richmond, BC Head Office for product tastings or specific in person meetings. Given the need for in person activities, Intern must be based in Lower Mainland, BC.
Intern must be a consumer of seafood/canned seafood.
Education and Experience:
· Recent graduate with a degree/diploma in Marketing.
· Knowledge of marketing strategies and current best practices.
· Previous experience in marketing or consumer packaged goods (internship or co-op).
· Strong verbal and written communication skills.
· Creative, detail oriented, analytical.
· Proficient in Microsoft platform: Excel, Word, Power Point, Teams.
· Experience in Social media management, content creation and reporting (Meta, TikTok, Pinterest, YouTube), Google Analytics, Google PMAX, and SEO.
· Knowledge of emerging AI Marketing tools a plus.
References may be requested.
Responsibilities:
· Assist Marketing director in analyzing key data on marketing campaigns and sales performance.
· Assist in executing 2027 Gold Seal and Millionnaires brand plans.
· Play a key role in at least one of our new product launches.
· Assist on assigned projects for new businesses.
· Gain an understanding of the retail market and share your insights.
· Help develop social media content and execute media plan for Gold Seal and Millionnaires.
· Manage consumer inquiries.
· Must be professional, proactive and take full ownership and accountability for assigned projects.
Chosen candidate would be given access to a laptop but should have their own mobile.
About our Company:
Ocean Brands is more than canned seafood! While we’re known for our seafood brands; Ocean’s, Gold Seal, and Club des Millionnaires, our full range of brands includes Nonna Pia’s gourmet condiments and sauces, and Matiz premium quality foods sourced from Spain. For all our brands, we are passionate about sourcing our ingredients sustainably while ensuring the lands and seas that support our business can support others for years to come.
We are a dedicated team that celebrates our diversity, commitment to community, and strong relationships with our suppliers. We are a B Corp certified company, joining other corporations worldwide in helping transform the global economy to ensure it benefits all people, communities, and the planet.
In 2021, we made a commitment to become plastic neutral. We are committed to minimizing the amount of plastics that are used by our products and to working with others to remove existing plastic waste from the environment. We’re excited about our future, learning as we go to meet a changing world.
Inclusivity:
It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace. Ocean Brands does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual status. Ocean Brands encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants.
As one of our interns, you will gain a comprehensive introduction to our business. You’ll be assigned to work with real-life projects that bring our products to life. On the job training and professional development will be provided to enable you to contribute to the business. You’ll also have direct access to a senior member of the team, as each intern will be mentored to help you make the most of the intern program.
We welcome you to inform us confidentially if you require any special accommodations to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact [email protected].
How we will support you:
· Detailed onboarding schedule with specific tasks and expectations
· Personal coaching
· Open and collaborative working environment
· Competitive internship salary of $27.05/hour (40 hours per week)
Check out our website for more information about what we do and why we do it: www.oceanbrands.com
Pay: $27.05 per hour
Application question(s):
- Are you based in Lower Mainland, BC?
- Do you eat canned seafood?
Education:
- Bachelor's Degree (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Richmond, BC
