Communications Intern

Referred applicants should not apply directly to this role.

All referred applicants must first be submitted through Workday by a current Loblaw Colleague.

Come make your difference in communities across Canada, where authenticity, trust and making connections is valued – as we shape the future of Canadian retail, together. Our unique position as one of the country's largest employers, coupled with our commitment to positively impact the lives of all Canadians, provides our colleagues a range of opportunities and experiences to help Canadians Live Life Well®.

At Loblaw Companies Limited, we succeed through collaboration and commitment and set a high bar for ourselves and those around us. Whether you are just starting your career, re-entering the workforce, or looking for a new job, this is where you belong. 

Summer 2025 Work Term

Term Length: 4 months

Term Start: May 5, 2025

Term End: August 22, 2025
 

As of October 15, 2024 Loblaw has adopted the following Hybrid working model (a combination of working between the office and remotely). Colleagues will continue working remotely up to 1 day a week, while spending the other 4 days in the office (to be determined by each business unit).

Loblaw Companies Limited is Canada’s food and pharmacy leader, with a network of corporate and independently- operated stores in communities across the country, employing close to 200,000 Canadians.

Loblaw’s Corporate Affairs communication team is looking for an intern to assist with external and internal communication support for Super Market Division and ESG portfolios. Responsibilities include:

External Public Relations:

• PR program support including monitoring, planning, research, media outreach and coverage tracking
• Media material development, editing and management
• Influencer partnerships and content management
• Research and written communications support

Internal Public Relations:

• Write and edit articles for the company intranet site – fl!p
• Assist in material development
• Support the internal communications team with Town Halls, Conferences and other events

Role Requirements:

• University degree or enrollment in an equivalent Communications and/or Public Relations program
• 1-3 years relevant experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to create content quickly to meet tight deadlines without sacrificing quality
• Drive, motivation, initiative and a results-oriented perspective
• Valid driver’s license and access to vehicle
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Assets: graphic design experience, bilingualism

Our commitment to Sustainability and Social Impact is an essential part of the way we do business, and we focus our attention on areas where we can have the greatest impact. Our approach to sustainability and social impact is based on three pillars – Environment, Sourcing and Community – and we are constantly looking for ways to demonstrate leadership in these important areas. Our CORE Values – Care, Ownership, Respect and Excellence – guide all our decision-making and come to life through our Blue Culture. We offer our colleagues progressive careers, comprehensive training, flexibility, and other competitive benefits – these are some of the many reasons why we are one of Canada’s Top Employers, Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Greenest Employers & Canada’s Top Employers for Young People.

If you are unsure whether your experience matches every requirement above, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are looking for varied perspectives which include diverse experiences that we can add to our team.

We have a long-standing focus on diversity, equity and inclusion because we know it will make our company a better place to work and shop. We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.  
 
Please Note:
Candidates who are 18 years or older are required to complete a criminal background check. Details will be provided through the application process.