Overview
Taking care of our environment has never been more important than it is today. The Nature Conservancy of Canada (NCC) is looking for a Communications Intern to join a team committed to protecting our most important natural areas and the plants and animals they sustain.
NCC is the nation’s leading not-for-profit, private land conservation organization, working to protect our most important natural areas and the species they sustain. Since 1962, we have brought people together to conserve and restore more than 15 million hectares across Canada. NCC takes a collaborative, evidence-based approach to achieve conservation success for the sake of nature and Canadians. With a national office in Toronto and seven regional offices across the country, NCC delivers results you can walk on.
NCC recognizes that we work on lands that have long been cared for by Indigenous Peoples under their own laws and knowledge systems. We are committed to transforming how we do our work, advancing Reconciliation through conservation, and working with Indigenous Peoples in meaningful, respectful, and supportive ways.
Purpose and General Description:
Are you passionate about conserving some of Manitoba’s most important natural spaces? Do you want to have a positive, lasting impact on nature? Are you looking for a well-rounded position to kick-start your conservation career with hands-on experience? We want to hear from you!
Nature Conservancy of Canada is looking for a passionate person to join the Manitoba team as a Communications Intern. The communications intern will assist both the communications and engagement teams with a wide variety of content development, outreach, research, and promotional activities. Working independently and with NCC staff, the intern will help to develop regional content for NCC’s digital and print publications, promote NCC’s regional activities in communities across Manitoba, contribute to both virtual and in-person event coordination, and assist with the creation of materials. The intern will also assist with the organization of digital assets.
This position is a great opportunity for the successful candidate to apply classroom theories and skills to practical and hands-on work. Tasks such as researching stories, conducting interviews, writing, editing and proofreading for a variety of media, as well as assisting with media outreach and event promotion will allow the intern to apply and develop skills that are highly valued in the communications and public relations sectors of the workforce. Position may require travel and liaising with landowners, staff, volunteers, donors and partner organizations.
Duties and Responsibilities:
•Support the development of content for various audiences and distribution channels.
•Research and write stories to showcase NCC’s conservation impact.
•Where needed, perform interviews with staff or external sources.
•Support the coordination, delivery and tracking of events, and marketing and communications activities.
•Create, edit and catalogue digital assets (both photos and videos).
•Update and edit NCC’s website (Manitoba section)
•Assist both the communications and engagement teams with ongoing activities as needed.
•Support community relations via design, construction, and participation on a Canada Day parade float.
•Assist with researching key markets and/or prospective donors.
•Other duties as assigned.
Terms of Employment:
•This is a full-time (37.5 hours/week) position for 16 weeks (May 19 – Sept. 4, 2026)
•Compensation: $19/hour.
•Position is based in Manitoba, preferably in Winnipeg or Brandon, and may require travel. Travel expenses will be reimbursed.
•The position may require occasional weekend and evening work.
Qualifications
Skills and Attributes:
This posting is targeted to individuals possessing the following skills:
•Strong interpersonal skills, including confidence with journalistic-style interviewing techniques.
•Strong writing skills, with a particular aptitude for identifying and telling great stories.
•Experience editing, proofreading, and fact-checking.
•Appreciation for nature, ecology, wildlife, habitat conservation and/or the great outdoors.
•Organized, attention to detail.
•Has an interest/experience in public engagement and communicating environmental topics.
•Self-starting, proactive and capable of working both independently and in a team setting.
Company Information
Submit your application: https://natureconservancy.ca/who-we-are/work-with-us/
Application Deadline:
March 9, 2026 | 11:59pm EST, 9:59pm Mountain Time, 8:59pm Pacific Time, 10:50pm CST, 00:59 am +1 AST
At NCC, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe, barrier free and inclusive, workplace, where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We strive for bold conservation achievements in which equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are the norm. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. NCC implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify.
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For a confidential inquiry, contact us by email at [email protected] to make any required arrangements. If you have questions regarding accessible employment at NCC, please email us at [email protected].