Is it to be part of an organization that is child-focused, values employee experience and is an inspiring workplace? If so, Make-A-Wish is for you!

Make-A-Wish^® Canada creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. We are on a quest to bring every eligible child's wish to life because a wish is an integral part of a child's treatment journey. Research shows children who have wishes granted can build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight a critical illness.

“It’s been wonderful to have this wish to look forward to... It’s wonderful to see [Rowan] with something that brings him pure joy after all he’s been through and missed out on!”

–Melissa, mom to wish kid Rowan (age 5, leukemia), who wished for an indoor jungle gym.

• Meaningful opportunities to make an impact and change the lives of children with critical illnesses within your community and across Canada
• A collaborative team environment where you feel valued and inspired
• An attractive compensation package that includes group health and dental coverage (premiums are fully covered by the Foundation), a matching RRSP program as well as paid Wish Hours
• Annual vacation starting at three weeks & additional paid leaves
• Work/life balance and flexibility
• Hybrid working environment
• Employee Wellness Program
• Corporate discounts
• Continuous learning, development and internal training opportunities
• Fun employee activities, contests, and more!

Make-A-Wish^® Canada is committed to fostering a culture that aims to change lives while offering a rewarding employment experience where your contributions make a true difference every day!

MISSION, VISION AND VALUES

Our mission is, together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illness.

Supported by our vision to grant the wish of every eligible child.

Our values are Child-Focused, Integrity, Impact, Innovation, and Community.

We are looking for a summer intern to join our People & Culture team at Make-A-Wish® Canada. We are looking for a driven, energetic, and creative student who enjoys collaboration, research and has fresh ideas! Working with the P&C team and reporting to the Senior Manager, People & Culture, you will gain valuable, real-world HR experience as well as provide the team with administrative and creative support.

This role can be based out of our offices in Pickering or Toronto (North York).  This role is a summer internship at 4 days (30 hours) per week, Monday to Thursday, and is on a hybrid schedule.

• Support the recruitment process:
  • Create job descriptions, post jobs, remove inactive jobs from job boards.
  • Screen incoming applications with our applicant tracking system, Vidcruiter.
• Conduct references checks, coordinate background checks.
• Assist HR team with onboarding activities for new hires:
  • Send new hire packages and welcome e-mails.
  • Review new hire paperwork for accuracy.
• Assist with data entry of employee information into our new HRIS system that is set to launch this fall.
• Assist with the design and set-up of the home page of the new HRIS system.
• Learn about the organization’s HR policies and employee benefits to be able to respond to internal staff inquiries.
• Conduct research for various HR initiatives, policies, processes, and training as needed.
• Assist with the roll-out of new HR initiatives:
  • Assist in creating internal trainings for managers and employees.
  • Support the growth of our onboarding program by contributing ideas & suggestions.
  • Assist in the creation of communication documents and PowerPoint presentations for internal meetings.
• Assist with HR specific projects and initiatives as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Education/Certificate in Human Resources Management (or working towards) or general business with an interest in HR.
• Current student or a recent graduate.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Reliable team player.
• Excellent written, verbal and organization skills.
• Curious and eager to learn.
• Innovative, creative, resourceful, go-getter and self-starter, you enjoy challenging yourself.
• Some HR experience is preferred.
• Proficiency with common computer applications, such as MS Office, Internet, Outlook.
• A clear Criminal Background Check required.
• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at least 14 days prior to their first day of work, subject to relevant accommodations or exemptions.

• Hybrid work environment: 2 days in-office per week, 2 days remote.

Physical/Mental Effort

• Works with multiple demands and changing/overlapping priorities.
• High degree of responsibility including confidentiality and day-to-day operations.
• Repetitive work.
• Extended periods of standing, with opportunity to sit down.