Office of MPP Mary-Margaret McMahon
Placement Organization: Office of MPP Mary-Margaret McMahon
Position Title: Communications Intern
Working Site’s Location: In-person
Company Bio:
Mary-Margaret McMahon is the Member of Provincial Parliament for Beaches-East York in Toronto. We are a small team who assist in the work of the MPP as it relates to our Riding and legislative affairs.
Job Description:
- Students will have a chance to learn alongside MPP Mary-Margaret McMahon, who represents the riding of Beaches-East York at Queen's Park. MPP McMahon is also the Critic for The
- Environment and Climate Change. The student will be an integral member of a small team and will assist with public relations, communications, and design needs. Note: Time will be split between working in-person at Queen's Park and in-person at our Community Hub on the Danforth (Coxwell Station).
- Responsibilities:
- Co-write and edit content that connects with our core audience including social media content, Legislative questions/debates, and website material.
- Support the development of inspiring and engaging stories, videos, photos, blog, etc.
- Co-write letters addressed to Ministers, Stakeholders, etc.
- Monitor SEO and user engagement and suggest content optimization.
- Support outreach by co-organizing meetings, townhalls.
- Research and identify opportunities for policy interest areas and increasing constituent and community engagement.
Qualifications:
- A strong writer who can break down complex information and present to the general public.
- Strong editing skills.
- Knowledge of news media and social media platforms.
- Excited team player who can work independently or with others!
Additional Assets:
- Graphic design skills (Canva).
- Familiar with MailChimp.
- Knowledge of word programs (excel).
- Background knowledge of Ontario and Canadian politics.