Employment for Recent Alumni

Deadline for applications: April 14, 2025

Compass Rose is a bilingual public affairs firm in Ottawa. Since 2015, Compass Rose has been advancing the work of companies, organizations and industry associations from every sector of Canadian society — as part of its governing philosophy to help clients find the common good. From coast to coast to coast, the firm works with change agents and steadfast leaders across vital sectors such as fintech, tech and digital government, innovation, export, energy diversification, housing, ag, transportation, marine employers and operators, health and regulatory, natural resources such as potash and forestry, the Canadian creative sector, telecommunications, ecommerce and small business. 

Compass Rose specializes in government relations, strategic communications, targeted information campaigns, stakeholder and relationship building and profile raising. At the core of everything the firm does is a commitment to providing clients with real time intelligence on Canada’s public policy landscape and an overarching resolve to drive results. 

The firm brings together former senior officials in politics and public service, award winning journalists and leading business and industry experts who have unsurpassed understanding of national issues and a commitment to provide the best in analysis and advice. To learn more, visit https://compassrosegroup.org/en/core-team.  

We believe in challenging work, rewarding opportunities and creating positive impact. The research and data entry intern will support Compass Rose public affairs counsellors in their client monitoring work and support in the development of a comprehensive database. This includes: 

• Collecting data from websites, social media, or public platforms, including news outlets 
• Following Parliamentary proceedings such as Question Period in the House and Senate, committee hearings and reports and legislative debates 
• Government documents such as news releases, statements, reports and monitoring press conferences and public appearances 
• General monitoring of local and national media 
• Inputting the information collected into a database 

What the intern would bring: 

• Understanding of database management, data entry and research. Familiarity with tools like Excel, Google Sheets, basic database software, and Open AI would be beneficial. The intern should be comfortable with organizing and inputting data, and performing basic data analysis.  
• Strong attention to detail, the ability to follow instructions, and good communication skills will be essential. 
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to make complex issues easily understood across a variety of stakeholder audiences. Excellent critical thinking skills is also required.  
• A general understanding or ability to read French is also an asset. 
• Excellent judgment and the skills to balance competing priorities. 
• A desire to learn and grow. 
• An interest in public affairs, public policy, Canadian federal politics or elections is a strong asset. 

What we offer: 

We provide an exciting team environment with opportunities for growth and learning, including: 

• Flexible working hours and a hybrid work environment. 
• Two beautiful offices in the heart of Ottawa’s ByWard Market. 
• Learning side-by-side with some of the best in the business. 
• Collaborative and supportive team environment. 
• Career development programs and mentorship opportunities. 
• Competitive salaries and health benefits. 
• Support for mental health and wellness. 
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. 
• A magnitude of networking opportunities. 

Details: 

Location: Ottawa, Ont., or remote    

Contract: 4 months (with possibility for renewal), starting May 5 

Payment: $10,000 (less benefits, taxes, and costs for travel) 

Eligibility:  Current students in a University of King’s College program, Journalism or otherwise, and recent graduates (within the last 2 years)  

Interested? Send your Cover Letter and Resume (including the names and contact information for 2 references) to bvongdouangchanh@compassrosegroup.org by 5 p.m. (AST) April 14, 2025 .

This opportunity is made possible through partnership between Compass Rose, Mitacs and the University of King’s College, mobilizing the Mitacs Business Strategy Internship Program