FGS Longview is Canada’s leading corporate communications and public affairs firm. We have an unrivalled track record in helping our clients Lead, Influence and Win in decisive moments — be it with investors, government officials, regulators, employees, advocacy groups or the public.

We serve a diverse range of clients across Canada and abroad from our offices in Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Ottawa, Winnipeg, and Montréal. We provide trusted advice and expert support across four practice areas: corporate and financial communications, public affairs, special situations and design & branding.

In 2023, Longview became a part of FGS Global, a global communications and public affairs consultancy. FGS Longview is the #1 M&A communications advisor in Canada and FGS Global is the #1 ranked M&A communications advisor globally.

About FGS Longview internships:

FGS Longview is seeking highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented students for a full-time summer internship. As an intern in our Toronto, Calgary or Vancouver offices, you will have the opportunity to work on accounts across strategic, corporate, and financial communications, and gain hands-on experience working alongside our teams of dedicated and creative communications professionals. Interns will also have the opportunity to connect with the broader community of FGS interns spanning North America. This is a 10-week paid internship ($22.00 hour) beginning on June 4th and ending August 9^th that will require you to work a hybrid schedule in Toronto, Calgary or Vancouver.

As part of the intern program, you will:

• Monitor relevant developments in government and media coverage spanning multiple industries
• Support various account teams working to advise clients on mergers and acquisitions, profile raising, crisis, litigation support, and other mandates through drafting high-quality work products
• Research emerging issues and policies to inform advice provided to clients
• Take part in a mock new business pitch collaborating with interns across North America to develop a strategy and pitch for a hypothetical new assignment
• Learn about the many facets of what we do, including crisis and issues management, government affairs and policy, strategy and reputation, and financial communications
• Participate in ongoing internal training and information sessions
• Work collaboratively with internal experts, our clients and other advisors to develop holistic approaches to complex problems

Requirements:

• Recent graduate or student in the final year of undergraduate studies
• Strong writer and editor
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Interest in and enthusiasm for business, strategic and corporate communications
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Eagerness and desire to learn

Additional assets:

• Proficiency with the Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Canva or other graphic design and production tools
• Experience using data analysis and visualization tools
• Ability to work in the French language

Our goal is to provide a productive, enjoyable experience, after which you’ll leave FGS Longview with a clear understanding of our business, and the skills and knowledge relevant to strategic communications and its facets. Hopefully, you’ll make some connections and friends along the way.

High-achieving interns may also be considered for further full-time or contract employment after the internship program.

FGS Longview works diligently to foster a culture that embraces and advocates for diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to improving our support of all individuals — regardless of race or ethnicity, religion or creed, sexual orientation or gender identity, ability or age — in leadership roles and more broadly in the fields of communication and public affairs.

Submit your resume and cover letter to:
INTERNSHIPS@FGSLONGVIEW.COM

Application deadline:

5:00 PM ET,  March 14, 2025

Due to the volume of applications, only qualified candidates will be contacted.