Operations Intern

Crestview Strategy; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid internship

On-site in Toronto or Ottawa

Job summary

Crestview Strategy is seeking an Operations Intern for a four-month, paid on-site internship in Canada (Toronto or Ottawa). You will work closely with the Office Manager on real projects, supporting daily tasks and providing logistics, travel, and event planning assistance.

This role emphasizes organization, teamwork, and professional growth within a multinational public affairs environment. The position requires strong Microsoft Office skills, adaptability to fast-paced settings, and a

Qualifications

• Client-focused; hospitality experience preferred.
• Strong work ethic; highly organized and detail-oriented.
• Comfortable in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable learning new apps.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support office operations, including reception, mail/courier handling, emails, printing, and filing.
• Assist in maintaining safety and security protocols.
• Provide shipping and receiving support, including handling heavy items.
• Assist with correspondence and gifting activities for the agency.
• Coordinate vendor and contractor visits as needed.
• Assist with travel bookings for visiting staff and clients as needed.
• Monitor and replenish office supplies (snacks, beverages, stationery, field materials).
• Liaise with building management for cleaning, repairs, maintenance, and security.
• Help maintain office organization and cleanliness, including kitchen, meeting rooms, and workstations; assist with AV equipment checks.
• Support planning of office outings, client events, and company socials.
• Assist with logistics for conferences and events, including catering for meetings and functions.
• Provide assistance to the Operations team members including IT, admin, and other special projects.

Skills

Client-focused

Highly organized

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Pursuing a university degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

We are Crestview Strategy, a leading multinational public affairs agency with teams across Canada, the United Kingdom, United States, UAE and Australia. We work with some of the world’s most prominent organizations on complex, high-impact government relations and communications mandates. We are looking for talented and motivated team players to join our Fall 2026 Internship Program in Operations.

As an Operations intern, you will be working closely with the Office Manager who will provide you the direction and coaching with real hands-on projects and daily tasks. Crestview Strategy is dedicated to developing successful leaders, and we strive to make this internship an exceptional learning experience.

Role Description

As Operations Intern, you will be responsible for:

• Support office operations, including reception, mail/courier handling, emails, printing, and filing
• Assist in maintaining safety and security protocols
• Provide shipping and receiving support, including handling heavy items
• Assist with correspondence and gifting activities for the agency
• Coordinate vendor and contractor visits as needed
• Assist with travel bookings for visiting staff and clients as needed
• Monitor and replenish office supplies (snacks, beverages, stationery, field materials)
• Liaise with building management for cleaning, repairs, maintenance, and security
• Help maintain office organization and cleanliness, including kitchen, meeting rooms, and workstations; assist with AV equipment checks
• Support planning of office outings, client events, and company socials
• Assist with logistics for conferences and events, including catering for meetings and functions
• Provide assistance to the Operations team members including IT, admin, and other special projects
• Perform additional related duties as assigned

Qualifications, Experiences and Skills

• Client-focused, with experience in hospitality roles preferred
• Strong work ethic; highly organized and detail-oriented
• Comfortable adapting to fast-paced, dynamic environments
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneDrive, OneNote, SharePoint, Teams), and comfortable learning new applications
• Skilled at quickly acquiring new knowledge and developing expertise in assigned projects or topics
• Capable of working effectively in unstructured settings with minimal guidance
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills
• Adept at prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy
• Able to work independently and collaborate effectively within a team
• Dependable, punctual, and reliable

This is a four-month, paid internship position, based on-site at our Toronto or Ottawa office.

Current salary range: $40,000 – $50,000 annually.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Crestview is committed to an inclusive, barrier free recruitment and work environment.

Accommodations are available upon request at any stage of the hiring process. If you require accommodation, please email [e-mail] with your specific request, and we will work with you to support your needs.

Please note: Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada.

AI Usage

As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to help review and assess applications. These tools are used to support our hiring process and do not make employment decisions. All screening, interview, and selection decisions are made by our Talent team.

Application Deadline Monday October 19, 2026