Intern, General Secretary Department – Danone Canada

Job description

Are you eligible for an internship ? 

 

·  Internship related to your field of study
·  Full-time (usually 35 hours per week)
·  Normal duration of 15 weeks (minimum of 12 weeks)
·  Mandatory paid
·  Supervised
·  From January 6th to April 18th 2025

 

Intern, General Secretary Department – Danone Canada

 

Your main mission will be to support the function of the General Secretariat, covering the following areas: public affairs, internal and external communications, and regulatory affairs. Every day, you will contribute to promoting healthy eating among stakeholders, as well as through numerous initiatives that have a significant impact on the creation and maintenance of Danone Canada’s reputation.

 

More specifically :

·  Conduct research and prepare files to support advocacy efforts on Danone Canada’s political and regulatory priorities with provincial stakeholders (e.g., support in preparing key messages and monitoring the deployment of provincial government strategies in agri-food).
·  Coordinate and plan meetings with provincial government representatives and other public affairs events, particularly within the framework of Quebec’s Provincial Strategy for the Reduction and Responsible Management of Plastics.
·  Support the senior manager in government affairs in coordinating and planning internal meetings of the co-financing committee and contribute to the implementation of an effective collaboration strategy with corporate and plant teams.
·  Support the General Secretariat team on various ongoing mandates.

 

Requirements :

 

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and skills:

·  Good command of written and spoken French and English
·  Analytical and synthesis skills, solution-oriented attitude
·  Ability to communicate simply and effectively
·  Great resourcefulness and autonomy
·  Dynamism, strong desire to learn, sense of leadership
·  Proactive and positive attitude
·  Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team, in a high-pressure, constantly evolving environment
·  Ability to manage multiple tasks with very tight deadlines
·  Knowledge of the main political and regulatory issues facing an agri-food company
·  Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (with relevant work experience related to the internship)

Here are some of the reasons why you should join our team:

·  Named one of Canada’s Top 100 employers for the 4th year in a row! Certified B Corporation.
·  Work Environment: a flexible hybrid model that lets employees work with their managers to design a work model that best suits their needs. Onsite workplace features (flexible and collaborative working spaces, fresh fruits, yogurts, and plant-based products), onsite gym and fitness classes.
·  Work Atmosphere: casual dress code, concierge services available throughout the year, employee sports teams, social committee, departmental-led events.
·  Training & Skills Development encourages ongoing employee development through a variety of in-house and online training initiatives, mentoring and leadership development programs.
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Community Involvement: founding partner of Breakfast Club of Canada and has worked alongside the organization for 25 years, helping kids develop their potential by giving them regular access to a nutritious breakfast in a comfortable environment.

Danone Canada is a business unit of Danone and operates from its head offices in Boucherville, Quebec, and Toronto, Ontario. Danone Canada is the largest certified B Corp in the country, attesting that it meets the highest standards of social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency. We have more than 500 employees across Canada committed and ready to achieve Danone's mission Bringing health through nutrition to as many people as possible, working on strong brands such as Activia, Oikos, Danone, Silk, International Delight and many others. Join our movement for a healthier world One Planet, One Health, BY YOU!

 

Danone Canada offers many benefits to its employees! Benefits you can enjoy, like a flexible work environment - make your own schedule at home and in the office. We host a variety of social and team building events throughout the year, free coffee, and of course, unlimited yogurt to enjoy at work and take home!