This position is funded through the Government of Canada's Summer Jobs Program.

• Reports to: Manager, Marketing & Communications
• Direct Reports: None
• Level: $20.00 per hour  
• Type: Full-time fixed term contract position (8 weeks, June 15-August 10 2026)
• Work location: Remote

Overall Summary  

The Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences is a national membership organization that promotes scholarship and leadership in the humanities and social sciences (HSS) through advocacy, capacity-building, and knowledge exchange. With a membership now comprising over 150 universities, colleges and scholarly associations, the Federation represents a diverse community of 90,000 researchers and graduate students across Canada.  

Job Summary  

The Marketing Coordinator supports the Communications & Marketing team with social media content creation and scheduling, daily channel monitoring, routine website and email updates, sector scanning, and coordination support across communications projects and campaigns. The ideal candidate brings strong writing, organizational, and digital communications skills, along with sound judgment, attention to detail, and an interest in the postsecondary and research sector.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Create, schedule, and publish social media content; monitor channels daily for trends, mentions, and engagement.  
• Track basic performance metrics and flag insights or opportunities to the Communications team.  
• Assist with routine website updates, ensuring pages, links, and resources stay current and accessible.  
• Support the drafting, formatting, and scheduling of email communications and newsletters.  
• Contribute to sector monitoring by identifying relevant news, member updates, and items for potential content.  
• Provide general coordination support for communications projects, events, and digital campaigns.

Job Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a program in communications, marketing, public relations, humanities, social sciences, or a related field.  
• Relevant experience in communications, digital content, or administrative support.  
• Strong written and oral communication skills.  
• Familiarity with social media, email communications, and basic website updates.  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, and experience with Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite and comfort learning new digital tools.  
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.  
• Bilingualism in English and French would be an asset.  
• Interest in the postsecondary, research, or non-profit sector would be an asset.

Competencies

• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain attention to detail.
• Ability to draft and adapt content for different communications needs and audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative approach to working with others.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
• Adaptability, teamwork, and respect for diverse perspectives in a collaborative environment.
• Commitment to the Federation’s values and willingness to continuously learn and grow.
• A good sense of humour.

Eligibility  

The Government of Canada funded this job through the Canada Summer Jobs program. To apply for this job, you must:

• Be aged between 15 and 30 years old on the start date of the job;
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN); and
• Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.

International students and other temporary residents of Canada are not eligible.

Applications from youth facing barriers to employment will be prioritized, specifically Indigenous youth and youth in official language minority communities.

To apply

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to hr@federationhss.ca. 

This position is funded through the Government of Canada’s Canada Summer Jobs Program.

• Reports to: Director, Policy & Programs
• Direct Reports: None
• Level: $20.00 per hour  
• Type: Full-time fixed term contract position (8 weeks, June 15-August 10 2026)
• Work location: Remote

Overall Summary  

The Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences is a national membership organization that promotes scholarship and leadership in the humanities and social sciences (HSS) through advocacy, capacity-building, and knowledge exchange. With a membership now comprising over 150 universities, colleges and scholarly associations, the Federation represents a diverse community of 90,000 researchers and graduate students across Canada.  

Job Summary  

The Research Support Officer supports the Policy & Programs team with research and data analysis, the preparation of briefing materials, and the planning and implementation of policy and programs activities, including meetings, consultations, and events. The ideal candidate brings strong research, analytical, and organizational skills, along with a keen understanding of the postsecondary sector and its policy context.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify best practices, emerging trends, and relevant case studies through targeted research and environmental scans.
• Research potential speakers, contributors, and partners for programs, events, and consultations.  
• Review and synthesize policies, reports, and academic literature to inform program design and strategic planning.  
• Support the preparation of briefing and knowledge mobilization materials.  
• Support the planning and implementation of policy and program activities, including meetings, consultations, and events.

Job Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or a recent graduate of a degree program in the humanities and social sciences.
• Relevant experience in research, policy support, program coordination, or a related role, ideally within a non-profit, government, or postsecondary environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to synthesize and present information clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to perform qualitative and quantitative research-related tasks.  
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort learning new digital tools, including AI tools.
• Strong organizational, time management, and multitasking abilities.  
• Bilingualism in English and French would be an asset.  
• Knowledge of issues related to the postsecondary sector would be an asset.

Competencies

• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and maintain attention to detail.
• Ability to gather, review, and synthesize information from a range of sources, including policy documents, reports, and academic literature, to support program and policy work.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
• Adaptability, teamwork, and respect for diverse perspectives in a collaborative environment.
• Commitment to the Federation’s values and willingness to continuously learn and grow.
• A good sense of humour.

Eligibility  

• The Government of Canada funded this job through the Canada Summer Jobs program. To apply for this job, you must:
• Be aged between 15 and 30 years old on the start date of the job;
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN); and
• Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.  

International students and other temporary residents of Canada are not eligible.

Applications from youth facing barriers to employment will be prioritized, specifically Indigenous youth and youth in official language minority communities. 

To apply

To apply, send your resume and cover letter to hr@federationhss.ca.