Northern Strands Group of Companies is currently accepting applications for Summer Student Employment for the months of May to August 2025. Our diverse Group of Companies consists of Northern Strands, Fortis Mining, Engineering & Manufacturing, and Certified Sales & Rentals. This diversity provides for an exciting environment with the opportunity to work with our employees and managers in every division.
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Aid in trade show logistics, set up, take down, renting, booking, etc.
- Aid in organizing charity events
- Perform general marketing tasks
- Register employees into events
- Document/Marketing material proofing
- Document editing (i.e. reformatting documents)
- Proof blogs and then repost approved blogs on all social media platforms
- Create and serve E-blasts
- Complete first drafts of profile, blogs, and social media content
- Work with graphic designer on first drafts of marketing materials and brochures
- Create basic marketing materials and brochures
- Aid in creating and managing equipment posts on Kijiji and company website
- Assist with any required research tasks
- Aid in the ordering of marketing materials, decals, signage, etc.
- Aid in booking, implementing, and monitoring of approved media campaigns (i.e., Google Ad words, email blasts, etc.)
- Aid in the monitoring and review of Google Analytics and review with Marketing Manager
- Take high quality photos and videos of products
- Put together promotional item packages for sponsorships, clients, and events
- Video and photo editing tasks (i.e., Photoshop and video slideshows)
- Create and revise PowerPoint presentations
- Organize marketing materials and folders; including updating marketing material folders immediately after documents have been created or revised
Basic Requirements:
- Ability to commence full-time (40 hours/week) work from the beginning of May until the end of August
- Minimum 2nd year of study is preferred but not required
- Ability to understand and follow directions
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to communicate clearly, both written and verbal
- Ability to handle competing priorities simultaneously
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Ability to work well alone or in a team setting
- Experience with Microsoft 365 Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) is considered an asset
- Possess a positive and professional attitude, set a high standard, and convey professionalism at all times
Students/applicants must provide a resume and should clearly indicate the following information in their application submission:
- Area of post-secondary study
- Any previous related work and/or volunteer experience
- Any training certification or tickets
- References: include at least two references with their name, email address, phone number and relationship to you
How to Apply:
Students interested in working for Northern Strands Group of Companies for the 2025 summer season must submit a resume and complete the online application process to be considered; deadline May 2nd, 2025. Once the position is filled, this job posting will be closed.
All returning students must re-apply.
NORTHERN STRANDS GROUP OF COMAPANIES
Our diverse Group of Companies consists of Northern Strands, Fortis Mining Engineering & Manufacturing, and Certified Sales & Rentals comprising 14 divisions ranging from rigging/lifting products, fall protection, suspended access, agri-business field services and safety training to mining site services, fabrication, rentals, repairs, testing and recertification. This diversity provides for an exciting environment with the opportunity to work with our employees and managers in every division.
Northern Strands Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer.
We thank all applicants, however only those selected to continue the recruitment process will be contacted!