Position Description

At Tearfund Canada, we are Christians passionate about ending poverty. We are looking for six fabulous summer student intern positions of up to 23 weeks, starting as early as May 1, 2023. These are life-changing opportunities for young adults up to age 30 wanting to serve in a growing faith-based International Development organization. We work through local churches across the Global South to unlock people's potential and transform the world. Join us in the journey.

Tearfund Canada is currently hiring for six summer student intern positions in the following four roles:

• Digital Marketing Specialist
• Writer / Storyteller
• Business Development Officer
• Data Researcher

Is this the place for you this summer?

• Are you passionate about using your skills to help people become free from poverty, living transformed lives, and reaching their God-given potential?
• Do you believe that God is working powerfully in the world through the local church?
• Do you see your work as ministry and are you passionate about using your skills of the best of your abilities as an act of worship?
• Are you passionate about refining your skills with strategic thinking to elevate you to leadership?
• Are you a hard worker, giving it your all to achieve the best you can?

We encourage you to apply if you said yes to more than one of these questions.

For detailed job descriptions and for more information on how to apply, please visit our website

To apply: Email a cover letter and resume to: hr@tearfund.ca

Your cover letter should include a description of:

1. Why you’re the right fit for one of these positions. Check out each of them on the website and watch the video. 
2. An overview of your related education and experience
3. How would you integrate your personal faith with this role

Note: Applications will be accepted until Thursday, April 5, 2023. No phone calls please.

These are Canada Summer Jobs positions, and therefore, the candidate must:

• be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of the employment
• be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment
• have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations

Qualified candidates must be able to demonstrate a commitment to the core values and Christian mission of Tearfund Canada.

Tearfund Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. 

We thank all applicants for applying, however we will only be contacting those selected for interviews.

To learn more about Tearfund Canada