Intern, Creative Strategy

THE·TEAM; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

All Pro learning program

Networking with top talent

Job summary

THE·TEAM is seeking a Creative Strategy Intern to support early-stage research, concept exploration, and strategy development within our Creative Strategy group in Toronto. This internship runs January 12, 2027 through April 29, 2027, with a hybrid schedule requiring in-office presence at least 3 days per week.

The role offers real industry experience, exposure to global brands, and participation in our learning programs. Compensation is $18.15 CAD per hour for a full-time paid internship.

Qualifications

• Curious, culturally fluent thinker with interest in brand and cultural strategy.
• Enjoy researching trends, music, media, design and platforms and connecting ideas.
• Proficient with decks, docs and collaborative tools to organize work.

Responsibilities

• Support the Creative Strategy team with early-stage research and concept exploration.
• Develop strategic insights, creative territories and big ideas via decks and mood boards.
• Track cultural moments and emerging platforms relevant to clients and projects.
• Collaborate across Creative, Insight, Experience and Community teams to move ideas forward.

Skills

Cultural strategy

Trend research

Decks & docs

Social media literacy

Team collaboration

Education

Student or recent graduate

Tools

Google Workspace

Keynote

Job description

THE·TEAM is proud to provide representation and marketing services to talent, brands and properties across 28 countries and more than 70 cities worldwide.

Our brands and properties group partner with iconic brands and rights holders to turn relevance into revenue through integrated strategy and consulting, creative, live experiences and commercialization. We help clients understand, connect to and inspire global audiences by bringing together brands, properties and talent/creators to build meaningful relationships that drive measurable business outcomes.

In Canada, we’ve proudly been recognized as the Sponsorship Marketing Council of Canada’s ‘Agency of the Year’ for 5 of the past 6 years.

As THE·TEAM supports hybrid working environments and also acknowledges the benefits of in-office collaboration, our global policy is 3-days per week in-office.

Shaped by our belief in the unifying power of sports, music and entertainment, THE·TEAM leads with intelligence, ideas and influence.

For more information, please visit the.team.

Job Summary

As THE·TEAM supports hybrid working environments, the successful candidate will be expected to be in the office a minimum of 3 days per week, in addition to remote working.

Fixed Term: January 12th – April 29th, 2027.

Job Overview

To support our rapid growth, THE·TEAM has built a robust internship program designed to introduce driven, hard-working students and young professionals to the sports and entertainment industry, and our company.

As Creative Strategy Intern, You Will

• Support the Creative Strategy team in early-stage research, insight development, and concept exploration, including trend analysis, cultural research, deck support, and idea organization across brand, content, and experiential projects.
• Assist in maintaining clear, efficient creative workflows while gaining exposure to the full creative strategy lifecycle; from brief to concept to presentation.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct cultural, brand, and trend research to inform creative strategy across a range of department needs
• Support the development of strategic insights, creative territories, and big ideas through decks, mood boards, and written frameworks
• Track cultural moments, emerging platforms, and creative best practices relevant to our clients and projects
• Collaborate with Creative, Insight, Experience, and Community teams to help bring ideas from early concept through execution
• Support administrative and operational tasks by organizing materials, references, and research to keep projects moving smoothly and efficiently

What We’re Looking For

• A curious, culturally fluent thinker with a strong interest in brand, creative, and cultural strategy
• Someone who loves researching trends, music, media, design, internet culture, and emerging platforms — and can connect dots across them
• Comfort working in decks, docs, and collaborative tools (Google Workspace, Keynote, etc.)
• Strong understanding of social media from a consumer perspective, with familiarity across platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage tasks, meet deadlines, and support multiple projects.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting while also taking initiative on independent tasks.
• High attention to detail and ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to anticipate needs proactively.
• Professional demeanor and ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

What We Offer

• Access and networking opportunities with our global internship program
• Participation in THE·TEAM‘s ‘All Pro’ learning & development programs, gaining insights into all THE·TEAM services and products
• Access and exposure to the top sports, arts, culture, music, and entertainment clients around the world
• Participation in THE·TEAM’s CMHA mental health programming
• Opportunity to work in a hybrid environment
• Real-time industry experience, working alongside some of North America’s top talent, including both clients and THE·TEAM employees
• $18.15/hour wage

This is a full-time, paid position. Applicant must be either a Canadian Citizen, Permanent Resident of Canada, or have the ability to work in Canada.

THE·TEAM does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.