Event Marketing Specialist (Summer Student)
Job type: Full-time | Temporary (10 weeks)
Location: Edmonton
Workplace type: Remote
Wage: $15/hour (this position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program and offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience while contributing to environmental impact in Alberta)
Are you a creative and driven student passionate about the environment, storytelling, and event planning? Join the Alberta Emerald Foundation as our Event Marketing Specialist and help bring the 34th Annual Emerald Awards to life!
This is a 10-week, full-time summer position funded by Canada Summer Jobs, offering hands-on experience in event coordination, communications, and digital marketing — all while celebrating and promoting environmental excellence across Alberta.
About the Emerald Awards
The Emerald Awards showcase the organizations, projects, and individuals across Alberta working to address environmental challenges and build a more resilient and sustainable future.
Since 1992, the Emerald Awards have showcased nearly 400 recipients and 900 finalists who are raising the bar in addressing environmental challenges. These environmental awards are the only program in Canada to recognize environmental excellence across a diverse range of sectors. Whether you’re a business, nonprofit, or community group, the Emerald Awards offer the opportunity to gain recognition for your impactful work.
What You’ll Do:
In this role, you’ll be supervised and supported by our Communications & Engagement Specialist, Sabrina (Bri), who will provide regular check-ins and on-the-job training throughout the 10-week term.
Event Coordination & Planning
- Assist with the planning and logistics of the 34th Annual Emerald Awards in Edmonton on June 5th, supporting the smooth execution of all aspects of the event
- Provide hands-on support during the event day, including setup, coordination, and other on-site tasks as needed
- Collaborate with staff and stakeholders to manage timelines, address challenges, and adjust plans in real time
- Contribute ideas to enhance the overall event experience for attendees, both in-person and online
- Support other event-related tasks as they arise, adapting to evolving needs throughout the planning and delivery process
Communications & Marketing
- Develop and implement a communications plan to promote the awards, focusing on increasing public awareness of shortlisted candidates and event attendance.
- Provide live social media coverage during the ceremony, sharing real-time updates and engaging with online audiences.
- Build relationships with media outlets to encourage coverage and expand the reach of recipient stories.
- Execute a post-awards communications strategy to highlight recipients and their work, using blogs, newsletters, and social media platforms to maintain engagement.
- Monitor and analyze the impact of communications efforts to inform future strategies.
- Assist Communications & Engagement Specialist in creating a post-awards impact report to communicate the success and impact of the event to stakeholders
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong written communication skills with attention to detail
- Familiarity with social media platforms (especially Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook)
- Organized and dependable, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
- Creative thinker with an interest in marketing, storytelling, and/or events
- Comfortable working independently in a remote setting with regular team check-ins
- Available to work the full 10-week contract (April – July), including in person on the day of the Emerald Awards in Edmonton (June 5, 2025)
- Enthusiastic about environmental issues, community building, and celebrating positive impact
- Experience in event coordination, marketing, or communications is an asset but not required
- Basic knowledge of tools like Canva, Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive), and email platforms like Constant Contact is an asset but not required
The successful candidate must meet the following criteria as outlined in the Canada Summer Jobs Articles of Agreement:
- is between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at the start of employment;
- is a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, S.C. 2001, c. 27*; and
- is legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and regulations.
*International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents;
About Us
The Alberta Emerald Foundation is a registered charity with the unique mission of accelerating environmental excellence by identifying and celebrating Alberta’s visionary leaders and by sharing best practices through the power of compelling educational narratives.
How to Apply
Send your resume and a short cover letter to sabrina@emeraldfoundation.ca with the subject line “Event Marketing Specialist – Summer 2025.” Only applications that include a cover letter will be considered.
We encourage applications from youth who face barriers to employment, including Black, Indigenous, racialized, 2SLGBTQI+, and disabled youth.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and will close on April 25th or once a suitable candidate is selected.