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Social Media and Public Relations, Co-op Student

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At Shoppers Drug Mart, we’re innovating health and wellness in Canada. From prescriptions to walk-in clinics, and a beloved loyalty program, we’re caring and supporting our customers in new ways every day.
With more than 1,300 locally owned and operated stores from coast to coast, the Shoppers Drug Mart network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work.  We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness and inclusivity. Join our team, and help recognize a healthy future for your career and for all Canadians.

Why this role is important?

 

Summer 2025 Work Term 

Term Length: 4 months 

Term Start: May 5, 2025 

Term End: August 22, 2025 

 

As of October 15, 2024 Loblaw has adopted the following Hybrid working model (a combination of working between the office and remotely). Colleagues will continue working remotely up to 1 day a week, while spending the other 4 days in the office (to be determined by each business unit). 

Joe Fresh: Social Media and Public Relations Intern

Essential Style. Exceptional Value. Founded in 2006, Joe Fresh offers accessible, modern design in lifestyle collections for women, men and children. Joe Fresh brings a contemporary point of view to everyday wardrobe favourites full of colour, polish and thoughtful details. In categories spanning apparel, accessories, footwear and beauty, Joe Fresh provides quality and style for the entire family.

OVERVIEW:

Joe Fresh is looking for a Social Media and Public Relations Intern to join its Integrated Communications team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for fashion and lifestyle. This person should have a strong work ethic, great team-working skills and a can-do attitude with the drive to grow and enhance their skills.

RESPONSIBILITLES

  • Assist with social media and PR reporting, with an emphasis on key learnings for future successes. This includes:
    • Daily media monitoring and tracking of PR coverage for Joe Fresh
    • Weekly social content, influencer coverage and earned media reporting
    • Monthly period reports that analyze data pulled from third-party platforms (Dash Hudson, Cision, MRP)
    • Influencer campaign and PR reporting
    • Competitor reporting to stay up-to-date on social media trends within the Canadian retail industry
  • Support the Social Media Specialist with executing social media campaigns, including:
    • Assist with the creation of Instagram Stories and other ad hoc content creation
    • Assist with day-to-day customer service on Instagram (DMs, in-feed post comments)
  • Support the Public Relations Specialist with PR initiatives, including:
    • Research paid media opportunities
    • Draft pitches for core product lines and pitching to Canadian media outlets, including selecting images of new/upcoming product launches to be shared with media on an ongoing basis through Flick
    • Create styleouts for broadcast segments that strong brand messaging, including selecting product samples and creating briefs to be shared with broadcast producers
    • Assist with influencer/media gifting mailers

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be able to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Knowledge and understanding of Microsoft office
  • Knowledge and understanding of Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Photoshop and/or Premiere Pro)
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Previous Social Media/PR experience and/or education is an asset, but not mandatory

Why work at Shoppers Drug Mart?
Acting as consultants, supporting internal customers and the Associate-Owners, you will get experience unique to the retail industry while working for an award-winning national brand.   Benefit from a competitive pay program and online learning through Academy.
Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your work, co-workers, customers and community.

How You’ll Succeed:

At Shoppers Drug Mart Inc., we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture.  We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections. 

If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today. 

Employment Type:

Full time

Type of Role:

Temporary (Fixed Term)



Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing.  Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

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