Parliamentary Research Intern, Public Affairs

FHICA Fleishman Hillard; Toronto, Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Mentorship opportunities

Exposure to a wide range of clients

Job summary

FleishmanHillard Canada is seeking a Parliamentary Research Intern to support Public Affairs with research, parliamentary monitoring, and stakeholder engagement. The role offers hybrid or remote work depending on location, with a Toronto presence three days per week and Ottawa fully remote.

The six-month contract runs Monday–Friday, starting in October 2026, and includes a paid weekly stipend and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in political science, communications, journalism, public relations, or equivalent experience.
• Superior written, oral and interpersonal skills with an acute attention to detail.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Canadian government structure, current policy issues, and political dynamics.
• Strong problem-solving ability, critical thinking and the capacity to simplify complex subjects.
• Proficiency with MS Office and familiarity with parliamentary tools/databases (Hansard, Legis Info).
• Excellent multitasking, time management and social media understanding.
• Bilingualism is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor parliamentary activity and legislative developments relevant to FH clients.
• Research government positions and policy developments and scan for emerging issues.
• Synthesize research into concise, actionable briefing notes and reports.
• Develop written materials for government outreach, stakeholder engagement, and media.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Social media savvy

Bilingualism

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in political science, communications, journalism, public relations, or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Hansard / Legis Info familiarity

Job description

FleishmanHillard Canada is seeking a Parliamentary Research Intern to support Public Affairs with research, parliamentary monitoring, and stakeholder engagement. The role offers hybrid or remote work depending on location, with a Toronto presence three days per week and Ottawa fully remote.

The six-month contract runs Monday–Friday, starting in October 2026, and includes a paid weekly stipend and paid time off.