Communications Full Time Edmonton $17 CAD per hour Digital Ads & Social Media Intern - Canada Summer Jobs Location: IslamicFamily Hub Street) Report to: Community Relations Manager Position Start Date: May 18, 2026 Position End Date: Aug 30, 2026 About the Role IslamicFamily is seeking a creative and community-minded Digital Ads & Social Media Intern to support our outreach and digital storytelling efforts. This role involves creating engaging content for distribution across platforms like Instagram and TikTok, promoting events and programs, and attending select events to capture moments that highlight our impact. Help design, develop, and create content that can be used throughout the year. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about using social media to inform, engage, and inspire diverse audiences. Strong visual storytelling skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to community-building are essential. This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) Program. Duties & Responsibilities Tell Our Story: Help share IslamicFamily’s mission by creating engaging posts that highlight our programs, events, and community. Plan and Post Content: Schedule and post content on Instagram, TikTok, and more to keep our followers informed and inspired. Create Visuals and Videos: Design graphics, take photos, and make reels or short videos—using tools like Canva or your phone. Capture Event Moments: Attend events to snap photos, film clips, and showcase what makes our gatherings special. Track Engagement: Monitor likes, shares, and comments, and suggest ways to improve our reach and impact. Stay Organized: Help manage a content calendar to align posts with events and campaigns. Contribute Ideas: Share creative input to strengthen our online presence and connect with more members of our community. Support the Team: Jump in wherever needed—from brainstorming to helping at events. Be Present: Attend events and meetings in person, including some evenings and weekends. Required Qualifications Social Media Comfort: You've created or supported content on platforms like Instagram or TikTok—whether for yourself, a club, or a cause—and you're excited to use social media creatively and responsibly. Strong Storytelling Skills: You can communicate clearly through words and visuals—writing captions, making simple graphics, or editing short videos. Bonus if you enjoy design, photography, or video, but no pro skills required. Independent and Collaborative: You're reliable, manage your time well, and work well both solo and with a team. You welcome feedback and enjoy creative collaboration. Passion for Youth and Community: You care about building spaces where people feel seen and connected. You want to help others engage with what IslamicFamily offers and be part of something meaningful. Culturally Aware and Team-Oriented: You bring cultural sensitivity, interpersonal skills, and a collaborative spirit to a diverse, community-focused team. CSJ Eligibility: Those hired under CSJ must be between 15-30 years of age, and either a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred (foreign students are ineligible) and be legally entitled to work in Canada. 16 Week Overview Weeks 1–2: Learn & Plan Meet the team and get oriented Review past content and digital tools Attend events and capture content Weeks 3–13: Explore & Create Attend events and capture content Become familiar with the variety of IslamicFamily’s programs and services Engage with different departments and learn about who we serve and support Propose content & campaign themes Draft content for future campaigns and special events Revise and bank digital content for future distribution Finalize a distribution plan with specific dates for posting Submit all content, reflect, and celebrate the work #J-18808-Ljbffr