Digital Ads & Social Media Intern - Canada Summer Jobs 2026

Digital Ads & Social Media Intern - Canada Summer Jobs

Location: IslamicFamily Hub (10545 108 Street)

Report to: Community Relations Manager

Salary:  $17 ( 16 weeks)

Position Start Date:  May 18, 2026

Position End Date: Aug 30, 2026

About the Role

IslamicFamily is seeking a creative and community-minded Digital Ads & Social Media Intern to support our outreach and digital storytelling efforts. This role involves creating engaging content for distribution across platforms like Instagram and TikTok, promoting events and programs, and attending select events to capture moments that highlight our impact. Help design, develop, and create content that can be used throughout the year. 

This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about using social media to inform, engage, and inspire diverse audiences. Strong visual storytelling skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to community-building are essential.

This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) Program.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Tell Our Story:
   Help share IslamicFamily’s mission by creating engaging posts that highlight our programs, events, and community.
2. Plan and Post Content:
   Schedule and post content on Instagram, TikTok, and more to keep our followers informed and inspired.
3. Create Visuals and Videos:
   Design graphics, take photos, and make reels or short videos—using tools like Canva or your phone.
4. Capture Event Moments:
   Attend events to snap photos, film clips, and showcase what makes our gatherings special.
5. Track Engagement:
   Monitor likes, shares, and comments, and suggest ways to improve our reach and impact.
6. Stay Organized:
   Help manage a content calendar to align posts with events and campaigns.
7. Contribute Ideas:
   Share creative input to strengthen our online presence and connect with more members of our community.
8. Support the Team:
   Jump in wherever needed—from brainstorming to helping at events.
9. Be Present:
   Attend events and meetings in person, including some evenings and weekends.

Required Qualifications

1. Social Media Comfort:
   You've created or supported content on platforms like Instagram or TikTok—whether for yourself, a club, or a cause—and you're excited to use social media creatively and responsibly.
2. Strong Storytelling Skills:
   You can communicate clearly through words and visuals—writing captions, making simple graphics, or editing short videos. Bonus if you enjoy design, photography, or video, but no pro skills required.
3. Independent and Collaborative:
   You're reliable, manage your time well, and work well both solo and with a team. You welcome feedback and enjoy creative collaboration.
4. Passion for Youth and Community:
   You care about building spaces where people feel seen and connected. You want to help others engage with what IslamicFamily offers and be part of something meaningful.
5. Culturally Aware and Team-Oriented:
   You bring cultural sensitivity, interpersonal skills, and a collaborative spirit to a diverse, community-focused team.
6. Those hired under CSJ must be between 15-30 years of age, and either a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred (foreign students are ineligible) and be legally entitled to work in Canada.

16 Week Overview 

Weeks 1–2: Learn & Plan

• Meet the team and get oriented
• Review past content and digital tools
• Attend events and capture content

Weeks 3–13: Explore & Create

• Attend events and capture content
• Become familiar with the variety of IslamicFamily’s programs and services
• Engage with different departments and learn about who we serve and support
• Propose content & campaign themes
• Draft digital engagement plan
• Draft content for future campaigns and special events

Weeks 14–16: Reflect & Wrap Up

• Revise and bank digital content for future distribution
• Finalize a distribution plan with specific dates for posting
• Submit all content, reflect, and celebrate the work

About Islamic Family
IslamicFamily supports the mother fleeing abuse without asking her to compromise her identity or safety. We support the man seeking counselling that honours his values. We support youth in search of creative platforms that amplify their voice. We support families starting over amidst hardship. We are IslamicFamily – created to serve. For over 30 years, we have been driven to disrupt systemic inequity, reflect a rich tradition with beauty, innovate, and serve with excellence.

Rooted on Treaty 6, IslamicFamily serves people from all walks of life. We run one of Edmonton's Food Bank's largest depots, provide urgent financial relief, support survivors of gender-based violence, empower refugees, and offer youth programming.

IslamicFamily is an Imagine Canada & Great Places to Work™ accredited charity and a proud recipient of the Government of Alberta’s Inspiration Award for its work combatting domestic violence (2020), the Canadian Mental Health Association’s Professional Service Award (2020), the Justice Innovation Award (2022), and the YEG Startup Community Award (2022).

About The Green Room

The Green Room is  an IslamicFamily initiative that provides support for Muslim youth and young adults through peer connection, engaging events, programs, and collaborative partnerships. We offer a range of activities and services designed to promote well-being, learning, and community involvement. Whether at our Community Hüb, exploring Edmonton, or connecting on high school and university campuses, The Green Room provides safe and welcoming spaces for open dialogue, personal growth, and mutual support. Our hope is to nurture a vibrant community where young people’s spiritual, educational, and emotional needs are honoured—helping them become grounded, confident individuals who contribute positively to society.

How to apply?

Confidence (or the lack thereof) can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job.  We’ll let you in on a secret — there is no such thing as a perfect candidate. This role is about growth, creativity, and making a difference in newcomer communities. If you're passionate about community programming and eager to learn, we encourage you to apply — even if you don’t check every single box. Curiosity and initiative matter just as much as experience. 

Submit the below through our Collage job postings portal!

To be considered for this role, please submit:

1.  Your resume 
2.  A cover letter or a  ≤ 5m video discussing
3. • What type of digital content do you think contributes to community building?
   • Tell us about a time when you created digital content and its impact or about a digital campaign that influenced you in a positive ways.ay.