Job Description
The Scleroderma Society is a part of a national non-profit organization committed to supporting individuals affected by scleroderma through education, advocacy, and research. We work to raise awareness, fund innovative research, and foster a supportive community for patients and their families across the country.
Position Summary:
The Scleroderma Society of Ontario is seeking a creative and self-motivated Digital Communications Coordinator Intern to support our digital engagement and storytelling efforts. This role is ideal for someone passionate about social media, content creation, and digital communications in a nonprofit setting. The successful candidate will also be available to attend in-person events during evenings and weekends to create and share live content.
Under the supervision of the Lead of Communications, Strategy and Activation, the person in this position will work on:
Social Media Management:
Develop, schedule, and publish engaging content across Scleroderma Canada’s social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn), aligned with our voice and mission.
Live Event Coverage:
Attend in-person events (including evenings and weekends as needed) to capture high-quality live content including photos, video clips, interviews, and social stories.
Content Creation:
Design digital assets (graphics, videos, reels, stories) using tools such as Canva, Adobe Express, or similar platforms to support ongoing campaigns and initiatives.
Digital Engagement & Analytics:
Monitor audience engagement, respond to comments/messages, and help track analytics to inform content strategy and reporting.
Newsletter & Web Content:
Assist with the creation and editing of newsletters, blog posts, and website updates.
Campaign Support:
Help brainstorm and execute digital campaigns to raise awareness around scleroderma, fundraising initiatives, and community stories.
Skills and Experience
You have great communication skills (both verbal and written)
Familiar with MS Office Suite, Hootsuite, Wix & Canva.
You know social media like the back of your hand
You see things from all perspectives making you a problem-solving pro.
You have great time management skills and can multitask.
You have an eye for attention to detail and design.
You’re an empathetic, tech-savvy, passionate person who is open to learning!
would love a fun opportunity in the non-profit sector.
Ability to work well both independently and in a team towards multiple deadlines while managing multiple projects
Relevant Education Backgrounds:
Social Media, Communications, Graphic Design, Marketing, PR, etc.
What do we offer?
A high-performing, collaborative team environment with proven leadership and a highly skilled team with a commitment to excellent work culture.
A fun and inclusive workplace in a central location of Downtown Hamilton.
Bonus: On nice days, we can work up on the rooftop!
Flexible work agreement policy in place allows employees to work remote and/or hybrid schedule.
We are surprisingly cooler than you would expect us to be (we’re fun and hip!)
Learn alongside nonprofit champions and gain a new perspective in your everyday life.
A fun and immersive learning experience while guiding and building valuable soft and hard skills.
A meaningful role, making a difference every day for people living with or at risk of scleroderma.
An entrepreneurial environment, working for a national organization where you feel valued, recognized, and rewarded.
All interested applicants should e-mail their resume and cover letter to karol@scleroderma.ca
At Scleroderma Society of Ontario, we are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, ****** orientation, disability, age, or other legally protected status. We are dedicated to a high-performance, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We strongly believe that having a diverse organization with various skills and abilities will inspire creativity, drive innovation, and promote belonging. We are committed to building a team representative of different backgrounds and perspectives, and we encourage applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada.
LOCATION & HOURS
41 King William St. Suite 203, Hamilton, ON (located above The Mule)
Typical Hours - Monday to Friday – +:00am – 5:00pm (some flexibility required – evenings & weekends)
All interested applicants should e-mail their resume and cover letter to karol@scleroderma.ca
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract, Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 8 weeks
Pay: $18.20 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Flexible language requirement:
French not required
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
