Job Description

Seaspan Shipyards is one of North America\xe2\x80\x99s most modern shipyards and unique in its ability to provide a complete range of services including new construction, conversion, refit, repair and life-cycle maintenance work for Canada\xe2\x80\x99s Coast Guard and Navy as well as commercial vessels including cruise-ships and deep-sea vessels. Seaspan Shipyards operations include Vancouver Shipyards, Vancouver Drydock and Victoria Shipyards.

United Way British Columbia is a community impact organization who responds to emerging issues in our communities, co-creating programs where and when they\xe2\x80\x99re needed most. Working with community members, local businesses, agencies and governments, we strengthen vital connections that support people in need across British Columbia.

The Campaign Associate Program is a full-time fall work term that gives individuals an exciting opportunity to make a difference in their community, try new things, build their networks, strengthen skills and raise resources for the improvement of their community. Campaign Associates help local organizations to run workplace campaigns, raising funds to support the communities we call home. Loaned Campaign Associates are seconded to United Way for the work term and paid their regular salary by their employer.

Note: This role will likely be a hybrid of work-from-home and in-office work, with an occasional requirement to visit local campaign partners to coordinate campaign activity, and pick up or drop off materials. All in-person work requirements will adhere to current provincial health guidelines.

A valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s license and access to a vehicle is required for this role. Access to a cell phone, laptop and reliable internet access is also mandatory.

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll do:

• Support a range of workplace campaigns ranging in company size, employment sector, and campaign dollar value, under the supervision of a Campaign Manager
• Lead, empower, educate and encourage workplace volunteers to run successful workplace fundraising campaigns

What you\xe2\x80\x99ll bring:

• Enrolled in a 2nd or 3rd year undergraduate degree program
• Organized, detail oriented, self-motivated and driven
• Computer savvy with knowledge of the full Microsoft Office Suite and an interest in digital communication
• Able to work under pressure; meet deadlines and exercise tact and discretion
• Looking for an exciting challenge to make a measurable impact in the lives of British Columbians
• Looking to advance their careers and test their strengths in varied environments
• Able to build positive relationships effectively, support team members and collaborate on solutions

No fundraising or account management experience is required. United Way provides all necessary training and coaching to help Campaign Associates support the running of effective fundraising campaigns, including a one-week orientation program.

Start Date: August 28, 2023

End Date: December 15, 2023

To learn more about our InternSHIP Program, visit our website:

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