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The City of Thunder Bay provides exceptional quality of life to those who live, work, and play in Thunder Bay – a culturally vibrant, economically diverse community with a metro population of over 120,000. Located on the north shore of Lake Superior, under the protective watch of the Sleeping Giant, Thunder Bay is rich in people and resources, and connects Northwestern Ontario to the world. We value our high quality of life and promote a clean, green, beautiful, and healthy community that provides economic opportunity, respects diversity, and provides affordable and safe neighbourhoods that are accessible to all.
The City of Thunder Bay is a place where art, culture and nature come together!
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This opportunity is proudly supported by Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation and is funded through the Workforce Development Program. Eligibility requirements of the program can be found here: Workforce Development Program - Home | NOHFC
Job Description:
Create content that inspires. Build campaigns that have an impact.
At the City of Thunder Bay, Our City Runs on People Like You. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs – where your creativity brings new ideas to life and builds brand awareness for our community that will create a lasting impact.
Here, you’ll contribute meaningful storytelling that strengthens the community’s engagement and brand visibility. You will be part of a work environment that supports respectful interactions, meaningful opportunities to grow, and a culture that promotes well-being and collaboration.
Thunder Bay offers more than a fulfilling career. With its natural beauty, affordability, and strong sense of community, it’s a city where you can grow personally and professionally.
Where You’ll Make a Difference Every Day
As a Digital Marketing & Content Creator Intern, you’ll play an active role in creating engaging content, supporting digital campaigns, growing online visibility, and helping strengthen brand awareness across multiple platforms.
You’ll collaborate with internal teams to create compelling digital content that supports community engagement, brand storytelling, newsletter and CEDC’s awareness initiatives.
Whether you live in Thunder Bay, you’re looking to return, or excited to make the city your new home, join a team where your skills, expertise, and presence is recognized, and make a real impact to our community.
How You’ll Support the Team
In this role, you will create content for digital marketing initiatives and help support marketing programs that promote economic growth and have the following accountabilities:
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Assist marketing team in developing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating CEDC’s marketing efforts & initiatives.
- Assist with creating content including filming, photography, and behind-the-scenes support at various locations around the city.
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Create engaging written, visual, and video content for blogs, social media, websites, and other CEDC marketing initiatives.
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Assist with the development of content featuring local entrepreneurs, organizations and stakeholders.
- Attend community and corporate events to support the team and capture content.
- Use design templates to create content for digital and traditional marketing assets.
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Help manage social media by scheduling posts, monitoring activity and responding to comments.
- Stay up to date on social media trends and online tools.
- Assist with preparing and sending the monthly CEDC newsletter.
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What You Can Count On With Us
We’re proud to offer a workplace where your well-being, growth, and sense of purpose come first. As the Digital Marketing & Content Creator Intern, you’ll enjoy:
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A competitive pay that reflects your expertise
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A matching pension plan to help you build long-term financial security (optional)
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Generous 4% vacation pay
- Access to a confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and wellness initiatives to support your overall health
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Training development programs, so you can continue to grow your skills and career
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A culture of recognition and appreciation, with staff events and programs that celebrate your contributions
What You’ll Bring to the Team
Here’s what will help you succeed as the Digital Marketing & Content Creator Intern:
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Diploma in marketing, or communications.
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Demonstrated experience with photography, videography, content editing, and graphic design for digital and social media
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Knowledge of social media trends, content development, creative marketing, storytelling, and tactics to drive community engagement
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Knowledge of Thunder Bay’s local business landscape, community activities, and major events within the City
Lead With Us - Apply Today
Ready to take the next step in your career journey? Join us at the City of Thunder Bay, where you’ll support a dedicated team, and make a lasting difference every day.
General Information:
As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Thunder Bay encourages applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minority groups, women and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
ONTARIO HUMAN RIGHTS CODE: It is a contravention of the Human Rights Code of Ontario to discriminate on the basis of: race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, family status, disability, age, record of offences, gender identity or gender expression. Therefore, a resume submitted to the City must not include references to any of the above characteristics. Do not include:
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Photos
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Any certificates that have photo identification
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Driver’s licences
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Police records checks
Note: The above documentation will be requested by the Human Resources Division should you be the successful applicant. If a Criminal Record Check is required, it will be requested by Human Resources should you be the successful applicant. Please do not submit your Criminal Record Check with your application.
ACCOMMODATION: Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for all parts of the recruitment process.
PRIVACY: Personal information on this form is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, c. 302, as amended, and will be used to determine eligibility for employment. Questions about this collection of personal information should be directed to the Human Resources Division, 125 Syndicate Ave Suite 42, Thunder Bay, Ontario, P7E 6H8, Telephone: 625-3866
