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About Us This is your opportunity to join us in producing and hosting some of Edmonton’s biggest events—while also helping shape the city’s tourism story.

Our summer internship roles support the planning and delivery of KDays and other activities throughout the season, while also focusing on developing tourism ideas and experiences.

Join our team and help create an unforgettable experience!

Internship Details

Duration: May to August 2026
Hourly rate: $21.00
Program: Available through the Canada Summer Jobs Grant Program

Available Internships – Role Summaries

Engagement & Events Intern: Supports the coordination and execution of strategic corporate events, including, but not limited to, town halls, roundtables, social events, and other stakeholder engagement events as needed. Monitors the company's best practices and standard procedures for corporate event planning across the organization. Prepares briefing notes before and reports following all corporate events.
Media Relations & Storytelling Intern: Supports the execution of Explore Edmonton media relations and content creation, as well as a variety of communication projects and initiatives within the department.

The successful candidates will have:

Solid prioritization, organization skills, self-motivation, flexibility, and adaptability
Proficiency in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong, demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
Demonstrated sound judgment and professionalism
Solid understanding of handling confidential information with discretion and professionalism
Proven ability to work independently and perform effectively in a team environment
Ability to work under pressure and with time-sensitive deadlines
Lifting and moving of equipment up to 50lbs
Knowledge of the City of Edmonton and KDays is considered an asset
Availability to work full-time from May until August 2026
Be available for in-person and remote/off-site work as required

Eligibility Criteria

All successful candidates require the following to be eligible for the Canada Summer Job Program:

Must be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment.

Must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee status has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment.

Must have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada per relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.

Note: International students, temporary residents or work permit holders are not eligible to apply or participate in this program.

How to Apply

We will be accepting applications until April 30, 2026. Please apply with your resume, cover letter, and the position(s) you are interested in.

Application Instructions

Application deadline: April 30, 2026
You will be considered for all positions, so submit only one application with your resume and cover letter.
In your application, please indicate the preferred position(s) you would like to be considered for using the dropdown menu.

These positions are in collaboration with Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) – Canada Summer Jobs Grant Program. All summer intern positions pay $21 per hour.

Explore Edmonton encourages, supports, and celebrates a diverse and inclusive work environment. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the city we promote and where our employees feel safe and supported daily.

Ready to join one of the most exciting teams this summer? Apply today and be part of the action behind KDays and other Explore Edmonton corporate events!

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