Communications Liaison – Co-Op Student

City of Kamloops; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4% in lieu of benefits

Job summary

The City of Kamloops is seeking a Communications Liaison – Co-Op Student to join our team. This temporary, full-time co-op role provides the chance to work on capital projects and project delivery, translating complex information into clear, engaging communications.

You will collaborate with professionals to communicate with diverse audiences and gain hands-on experience in municipal communications within a dynamic city environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in communications, marketing, or business with a marketing major.
• Excellent in-person and written communication skills.
• Valid Class 5 BC Driver's Licence, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside professionals delivering projects that shape and improve the community.
• Support communications across projects and audiences, translating technical information into clear, accessible updates.

Skills

In-person communication

Written communication

Marketing education

Driver's license

Education

Post-secondary program in communications/marketing/business (marketing major)

Job description

Communications Liaison – Co-Op Student

(Temporary, Full-Time) - 2010

Close Date September 25, 2026

At the City of Kamloops, we believe in progressive and barrier-free recruitment for everybody every day. This means employment opportunities for all in a safe, inclusive and diverse workplace. We know our city is stronger when we hire qualified individuals from different backgrounds with diverse experiences, cultures and perspectives.

We are focused on creating the highest levels of service excellence, based on an organization-wide community culture that celebrates our employees who make it all happen. We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience. This is Kamloops!

Let’s make Kamloops shine! Join our team today.

Position Overview

Are you a strong communicator who enjoys turning complex information into clear, engaging stories? Are you interested in seeing how major projects take shape and make a real difference in a community? The City of Kamloops is seeking a temporary, full-time Communications Liaison – Co-Op Student to join our team. This Co-Op opportunity offers the chance to put your communication skills to work in the exciting world of capital projects and project delivery.

Living in Kamloops

We are known as Canada’s Tournament Capital and are famous for our hospitality and community spirit, traits that make us a leader! Recreation, sports, arts and culture, health care, social activities, volunteerism, and affordable housing all meld to form a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town ambience.

We have world class, hiking and biking trails, ski resorts, green spaces, and facilities to fit whatever your passions are! We are nestled in the interior of British Columbia a few hours away from the Okanagan lakes and the Vancouver coastline. This is Kamloops!

The Civic Operations Department provides vital services throughout the year to make Kamloops a safe and enjoyable City to live in, work and visit. Learn more here.

Communications Liaison – Co-Op Student

As a Communications Liaison – Co-Op Student, you’ll work alongside professionals delivering projects that help shape and improve our community. You’ll support communications across a variety of projects and audiences – helping translate technical and project information into communications that are clear, accessible, timely and engaging.

The successful candidate must have the following qualifications:

1. Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in either communications, marketing, or business with a major in marketing.
2. Excellent in-person and written communication skills.
3. Valid Class 5 BC Drivers Licence, or equivalent.

This is a unionized position with CUPE Local 900; check out our Collective Agreement (2024 - 2025) for full details (ratified 2026 Collective Agreement coming soon). As this is a unionized position, all qualifications must be met in order to be shortlisted for the position.

For new hires, and for those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, no formal offer of employment will be made until an applicant completes a police information check. This position will receive 4% in lieu of all benefits, vacation, stat holidays, and health time as per attached CO-OP Student Letter of Understanding.

Hourly Rate $29.629

Hours & Days of Work Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Hours per Week 35

Please note if you need assistance or have individual needs or requirements throughout the application process, contact the Human Resources Department by telephone, email [e-mail] or in person at 6-510 Lorne Street so we can better support you.

External job postings are open to everyone.We are an equal opportunity employer and thank all applicants for their interest.