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The Max Bell School of Public Policy communications team is looking for a creative, independent, and self-motivated communications assistant with excellent writing and design skills to join our team. Apply if you’re keen to get some good work experience in communications and exposure to important policy issues.

We offer flexible hours, in the office and remotely.

Hiring Unit

Max Bell School of Public Policy Position Summary:

Assist with public outreach and events promotion

Produce visual and video content for the School's website and social media

Assist in updating the School's website

Proof-reading and writing articles, newsletters, and social media copy

Assist with social media posting

Attend and help out with Max Bell School online and in-person events Essential Skills

Impeccable written and spoken English

Excellent writing skills with ability to adapt writing tone to different audiences and platforms

Ability to take initiative and work independently

Strong attention to detail and ability to adapt work based on feedback

Robust communicator with a can-do approach to challenges

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities

Experience with InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator,



and a good eye for design

Completed McGill Web Management System (Drupal) training

Excellent written and spoken French;

Familiarity with Mailchimp, LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Hootsuite, Microsoft Teams, GSuite and Eventbrite

Experience with PremierPro

Experience with creating podcasts

Schedule: 20 hours a week

Salary: $18/hour

Contract dates: from Aug-3-2026 to Aug-2-2027

To apply you must be enrolled in the McGill Work Study Program. Please upload Cover Letter and CV with application.

Minimum Education and Experience: High School Diploma 2 Years Related Experience

Hourly Salary

(AMUSE C) $18.00

Estimated Number of Work Hours per Week:

20 (Part time)

Position Start Date

2026-08-03

Position End Date

2027-08-02

Deadline to Apply

This position is covered by the AMUSE collective agreement.

McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify.

Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].

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