Public Policy & Advocacy Internship - Moncton CFIB, 814 Main Street, Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada – Moncton, NB, Canada Job Description Do you have a passion for public policy? Are you a problem solver? Do you want to work for an organization that believes in people’s potential? We are looking for a CFIB Public Policy and Advocacy Intern in Moncton! At CFIB, your work supports small businesses in your community and across the country. You’ll have a hand in shaping the economy and future of the country. You will benefit from a flexible and supportive environment that helps you maintain a healthy work life balance. You’ll work closely with colleagues both locally and across the country – building upon synergies and learning from one another. We have an exciting opportunity for a full‑time contract position as a Public Policy and Advocacy Intern in either our Moncton office or a hybrid work arrangement. What will you do? The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is a non‑partisan, not‑for‑profit advocacy group representing the interests of 100,000 small and medium‑sized businesses across Canada. CFIB has taken great care in developing a coveted Public Policy and Advocacy Intern Program that will advance our small business members’ priorities while providing a meaningful opportunity for growth for the interns selected. Responsibilities: Reporting to members of the legislative teams, you will work directly on projects that support CFIB’s mission to ensure Canada’s small business community thrives, including research, analysis, content creation, communications, and marketing. Build a portfolio of work including reports, news releases, social posts, survey questions, responding to member escalations, updating the legislative database, and more. Support the New Brunswick legislative team on files such as small business taxation, red tape barriers, municipal issues and more. Refine the content creation plan and develop weekly completion targets. Meet agreed upon weekly completion targets. Gather relevant data from CFIB member surveys, government and other sources. Analyze data and write draft final content (e.g., reports, social posts). Work collaboratively with other CFIB Public Policy and Advocacy Interns and CFIB colleagues across Canada. Provide research assistance on other small business issues, as necessary. Provide office administrative help and assist small business members, as necessary. Qualifications: Desire to learn more about the small business sector and its role in the Canadian economy. Interest in government relations, politics and public policy. Strong research skills to undertake qualitative and quantitative analysis, check sources and facts, and develop key arguments. Superior written communication skills without reliance on AI. Commitment to accuracy and thoroughness. Proven ability to work interdependently in a collaborative environment with colleagues in a small office environment. Ability to step in to support the office (administrative tasks, event planning initiatives). Good interpersonal skills. Objectivity and non‑partisanship. Fluency in English (written, oral, and reading). Remuneration: $3,000/month gross (paid bi‑weekly, less statutory deductions). What do we offer? Flexibility Supportive leadership Diversity and inclusion Training and development CFIB is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. #J-18808-Ljbffr