About the role#
Burson is looking for a Corporate Affairs Intern to join our team in Toronto. This is a paid, full-time position that offers hands-on experience in corporate communications and advisory services. You will work alongside experienced professionals to support clients across industries such as technology, energy, and financial services. This role is a launchpad for a career in corporate communications, focusing on reputation management, media relations, and strategic counsel.
What you'll do#
- Create client-ready materials including media lists, pitches, meeting agendas, summaries, briefing notes, and stakeholder maps.
- Conduct research on companies, competitors, and current affairs to support client projects and new business.
- Assist with media relations for client announcements in business and trade media.
- Pitch journalists and help position subject-matter experts as industry voices.
- Track business news, industry developments, and online conversations to share insights with the team.
- Research emerging reputational issues and support major corporate announcements.
- Participate in brainstorms and planning meetings with your own ideas.
What you'll need#
- A recent degree in public relations, journalism, business administration, political science, or a related field.
- Strong writing and research skills with high attention to detail.
- A proactive, curious mindset and the ability to take initiative.
- The ability to manage multiple deadlines in a busy environment.
- A genuine interest in business, current affairs, crisis communications, and how organizations manage their reputations.
- An interest in building a professional network and understanding internal and external communications.
Location & details#
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Term: Rolling.
- Compensation: C$38,462 annually, plus vacation pay.
About Burson
Burson operates as a public company within the public relations and communications services industry. The firm focuses on reputation management to help clients build value. It maintains a workforce of 5,001 to 10,000 employees. The company maintains its headquarters in New York.
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