Student - Junior Writer (Social & Content)
Toronto, ON, CA, M5G 2M1
Please note this role will work in a hybrid environment. The successful candidate will be working a mixture of on-site and off-site work to meet the needs of our organization. Currently, employees are expected to have an in-person presence for at least 40% of their work time.
Job posting ID: 8931
Employment status: Temporary part-time
Possible schedule/FTE: 0.50
Position's anticipated start date: 2026-07-13
Position's anticipated end date: 2027-08-27
Salary/Rate of pay: $24.00
Application deadline: 2026-07-14
- This external job posting may close earlier than the advertised deadline. We recommend applying as soon as possible.
Application requirements:
- Your up-to-date resume.
- Job specific cover letter.
- Portfolio and/or writing samples, including examples of social media content.
**We recommend you save a copy of the job posting for reference throughout the recruitment process.
Do you currently work for Canadian Blood Services? All employees must apply via the internal career page.
Together, the work we do connects people and changes lives — including your own.
Experience what you get when you give: write with purpose, grow alongside a passionate team and make a meaningful impact across the country.
Be part of a dynamic, collaborative and caring organization committed to saving and improving lives. Thousands of patients depend on us every day for reliable access to safe blood, plasma, stem cells and organs and tissues.
About the role
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Temporary part-time Student - Junior Writer (Social & Content) to join our dynamic Integrated Marketing team.
Canadian Blood Services is looking for a Part-time Student Writer to join our dynamic Integrated Marketing team. Reporting to the Content Lead, Creative Studio, you’re not just a writer, you’re a bright, curious creative force. This is an early-career role designed for someone who is passionate about storytelling, understands how content performs in digital spaces, and is excited to grow within a fast-paced creative environment.
This role is social-first, with a strong focus on creating engaging, platform-appropriate content. You’ll also support broader copywriting needs across campaigns, digital experiences, and internal communications.
You’ll work closely with designers, strategists, and marketing partners to bring ideas to life contributing to content that is engaging, consistent, and aligned with our brand voice across all touchpoints.
Key Responsibilities
Social & content creation
- Write clear, engaging, and platform-specific copy for social media (e.g. Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, TikTok).
- Develop scroll-stopping hooks and concise messaging optimized for attention and engagement.
- Adapt tone, voice, and format depending on channel, audience, and objective.
- Support creation of content across other channels including email, web, landing pages, and campaign assets.
Creative development & collaboration
- Collaborate with designers and creative leads to develop integrated concepts and campaigns.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas and content approaches.
- Translate briefs and strategic direction into compelling, on-brand messaging.
Content capture & production support
- Bring a "creator mindset" to content, thinking beyond copy to how content is captured and experienced.
- Collaborate with internal partners to gather content and bring stories to life.
- Support content capture when needed (e.g. photos, short-form video, behind-the-scenes content).
Brand voice & quality
- Apply and help reinforce a consistent brand voice across all content.
- Edit and proofread work for clarity, accuracy, and tone.
- Ensure all content aligns with brand standards and messaging.
Performance & optimization
- Stay current on social media trends, platform changes, and content best practices.
- Monitor content performance and engagement.
- Use insights and feedback to refine messaging and improve outcomes over time.
Workflow & execution
- Manage multiple assignments and deadlines in fast-paced environment.
- Work within content calendars and campaign timelines.
- Incorporate feedback quickly and continuously improve output.
Desired education and skills
- Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program at a recognized academic institution in a relevant discipline (e.g. Public Relations, Journalism, Communications, Marketing).
- 0-2 years' experience in copywriting, content creation, or digital storytelling (personal or academic work encouraged).
- Demonstrated interest in social media trends, content creation, or digital storytelling (personal or academic work encouraged).
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Solid understanding of social media platforms and digital content formats.
- Ability to write for different tones, audiences, and objectives.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Comfortable working collaboratively and receiving feedback.
- Portfolio or writing samples are required.
What we offer you
- Payment in lieu of vacation and benefits..
- Defined benefit pension plan.
- Employee discounts, wellness program, professional resources.
What you can expect
- This role will work in a hybrid environment with requirements to be onsite at 67 College St, Toronto, Ontario 40% of the time/days of the week.
- Shifts/hours - Monday to Friday days, on average 20 hours a week, flexible with school schedule.
- Travel requirements - trave may be required for training purposes.
If this role resonates with you, we encourage you to apply by providing your up-to-date resume. This could be your first step towards a meaningful and inspiring career. Come to work each day knowing that you save lives.
We acknowledge that the work of Canadian Blood Services spans many Territories and Treaty areas across the country, and we are grateful for the Traditional Knowledge Keepers and Elders who have guided us in this important work. We recognize the land and waters that have inspired our work and offer gratitude to those Indigenous peoples on whose territory we work, live and play.
Diversity and inclusion play a vital role in ensuring health equity for patients across Canada. We are committed to reflecting Canada’s population in our organization and fostering an environment where all employees can be their authentic selves, with equal opportunities to succeed and contribute.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those considered for an interview or those invited to participate in an assessment will be contacted. Emails are sent directly from our system, to ensure you receive them please add donotreply@blood.ca and system@successfactors.com to your safe senders list.
Applicants who require accommodation should discuss their needs with us.
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