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Employment Opportunities

Posted: April 15th, 2025

Position: Business Programs & Support Intern (13 week placement, 8 weeks paid)

Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce
Location: Georgetown, ON (in-office with occasional remote work)
Duration: May 20 – August 15, 2025 (13 weeks)
Compensation: $18.00/hour for 8 weeks (35 hours/week), final 5 weeks unpaid

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM, with occasional adjusted hours for evening events

The Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce is looking for a self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment to join our small but mighty team as a Business Programs & Support Intern. This is a hands-on role where you’ll gain valuable experience in event planning, member engagement, project support, and office administration.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Project Assistance
    Provide support on key projects such as our national accreditation submission and other internal initiatives.
  • Database Maintenance
    Keep our member records up-to-date and accurate in our database system.
  • Member Outreach
    Connect with Chamber members via phone, email, and in person to gather feedback, provide information, and strengthen relationships.
  • Event Support
    Assist with the planning and execution of our monthly networking events and other special programming.
  • Digitization of Historical Files
    Help us preserve our history by scanning and organizing important legacy documents.

What We’re Looking For:

  • A proactive, detail-oriented individual who takes initiative and enjoys working as part of a team
  • Strong communication skills and confidence in engaging with a wide range of people
  • Comfortable using Microsoft Office programs and willing to learn internal systems
  • Organized, resourceful, and able to juggle multiple tasks with shifting priorities
  • Must be between 15–30 years of age at the start of employment
  • Preference will be given to students in Business Administration, Marketing, Commerce, and Political Sciences programs
  • This is a 13-week placement, with the first 8 weeks paid at $18/hour and the final 5 weeks unpaid
  • 35 hours per week, with some evening availability required for events (hours adjusted accordingly)
  • The Chamber office is closed and staff are paid for the following statutory holidays:
    • Canada Day
    • August Civic Holiday

Additional Notes:

  • Because the final 5 weeks of the placement are unpaid, we're able to sign documentation if you're eligible to count this internship for class placement credit or co-op hours.

  • This role does not require weekend work.

 

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter, attention Melanie Frazer, with the subject line:
Project Coordinator Intern

Email your application to: ceo@haltonhillschamber.on.ca
Deadline to apply: April 30, 2025

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: phone calls and social media messages regarding this position will not be answered.