Intern, Community Impact and Engagement

The OSEG Foundation is seeking a motivated and passionate student to support our upcoming Foundation initiatives and events. In this role, you will help support the OSEG Foundation’s mandate to leverage the power of sport to help children and youth develop critical life skills, improve their mental and physical wellbeing and reach their fullest potential.

Students who wish to participate in an internship opportunity with Ottawa Sports & Entertainment Group must be a part of an accredited post-secondary program where fulfillment of internship credit is required for graduation.

• This internship is a full-time position for four (4) months from January, 2027 to April, 2027.
• Candidates must be enrolled in a post secondary education program offering class credits for the internship placement. This is an un-paid internship.

What you’ll do:

Program Support

• Support OSEG Foundation community impact programs and initiatives, assisting in the development and implementation of youth sport programming for marginalized communities in Ottawa.
• Support the delivery of programs by attending program sessions, engaging with youth participants, and assisting program staff and community partners.
• Build positive relationships with youth and help create welcoming, inclusive, and engaging program environments.
• Assist with program logistics, including preparing materials, equipment, schedules, and resources for program delivery.
• Support volunteer recruitment, management, and recognition.
• Conduct program evaluations and identify opportunities for program enhancements.

Communications

• Help maintain, grow, and enhance content for OSEG Foundation web pages and social media to promote and increase exposure of signature programs and events.
• Capture and prepare social media content.

What’s needed:

• Enrolled in a post-secondary program related, but not limited, to Event Management, Communication/Marketing, Sports Management, Physical Education, Recreation and Leisure.
• Experience supporting youth recreation programs.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude, with the ability and desire to work as part of a multifunctional team.
• A proactive nature and ability to adapt.
• Highly organized and attentive to detail.
• Great written and verbal communication skills with a high level of professionalism.
• Demonstrate the values that align with the OSEG Foundation mission.
• Exceptional time management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Powerpoint.

Why OSEG Foundation?

Founded in 2017 as the charitable arm of the Ottawa REDBLACKS and Ottawa 67’s, the OSEG Foundation leverages the power of sport to help children and youth reach their fullest potential. The 50/50 raffle is held at each home-game for the REDBLACKS, 67’s, Atlético, Blackjacks and other special events at TD Place. Revenue raised through charitable gaming is invested in positive youth development programs for children and youth facing barriers.

Located at Lansdowne Park, the Ottawa Sports and Entertainment Group (OSEG) is the largest sports and entertainment company in the capital. We are proud owners of the Ottawa REDBLACKS, and Ottawa 67’s. We are also home to Atletico Ottawa, Ottawa Blackjacks, and Ottawa Rapid FC, and live events at TD Place. OSEG and its related Foundation were founded on the vision of its partners - to create year-round world-class guest experiences and give back to the Ottawa community.

TD Place is an advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion and invites and encourages all candidates to apply for this role, including women, Indigenous peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities. Additionally, we are happy to accommodate any individual needs in keeping with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. If you require an accommodation in order to participate in the hiring process, please contact us to make your needs known in advance.

Please note this role will require interacting with the public, including in crowded spaces. TD Place is committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all employees and guests. We encourage you receive a full dose of the COVID-19 vaccination (subject to applicable exceptions).

We appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply and thank all applicants for their interest. Our selection process utilizes AI to compliment application screening. We’ll reach out to candidates whose applications best match the role's requirements.