Summer Event & Marketing Assistant
Canada Summer Jobs Position
Vancouver, BC (Hybrid/Remote with some on-site travel required)
Full-Time | Temporary Summer Position
EMBERS is hiring a Summer Event & Marketing Assistant to support marketing, storytelling, fundraising, and events across our charity and social enterprise initiatives.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit marketing, community engagement, social media, fundraising, and event coordination while contributing to meaningful social impact work.
The successful candidate will work closely with EMBERS’ marketing and leadership team to help share worker stories, support campaigns and events, create engaging content, and assist with community outreach initiatives, including our 16th Annual Charity Golf Tournament.
Salary: $21-24/hour, dependent on experience.
To apply, send your resume and a brief cover letter to marketing@emberscanada.org by June 1st, 2026.
ABOUT EMBERS
EMBERS (the Eastside Movement for Business and Economic Renewal Society) is a registered Canadian charity whose mission is to create economic and employment opportunities for people by providing them jobs, training, and support. We seek to empower individuals into economic self-sufficiency so that they can build their best future.
Since 2001, we have provided a comprehensive array of job placements and support services that address the full employment continuum, from pre-employment to sustainable employment. We have won multiple provincial and national awards for our community impact and initiatives aimed at getting people back to work and building a better future.
Why Join EMBERS?
Gain meaningful hands-on experience in marketing, communications, fundraising, and events
Build your portfolio while contributing to real community impact
Work with a mission-driven organization creating opportunities for people facing barriers to employment
Flexible and supportive work environment
Opportunity to develop professional skills and industry connections
ABOUT THE ROLE
Key Responsibilities
Assist with social media content creation, scheduling, and community engagement
Support storytelling initiatives by collecting worker and community success stories
Help create marketing materials including graphics, newsletters, website content, and event promotions
Assist with fundraising campaigns, donor communications, and sponsorship outreach
Support planning and coordination for community and fundraising events, including the 16th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
Assist with silent auction coordination, donor recognition, and event logistics
Draft and edit professional communications including emails, social posts, and promotional materials
Attend occasional events, job sites, or community activities to capture content and support outreach efforts
Maintain organized marketing and event records
Provide general administrative and marketing support as needed
Qualifications
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable using social media platforms including Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn
Creative, organized, and detail-oriented
Interest in marketing, events, fundraising, communications, or nonprofit work
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Experience with Canva, photography, video editing, or content creation is considered an asset
Must be willing to travel occasionally throughout the Lower Mainland for events or content collection
Eligibility Requirements
This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program. Applicants must:
Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
Be legally entitled to work in Canada
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person granted refugee protection under the law
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the role to marketing@emberscanada.org
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.