About EMPIRE UNLIMITED GTZEMPIRE UNLIMITED GTZ is a Canadian federally incorporated nonprofit organization with an international outlook and activities connecting Canada and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Our mission focuses on humanitarian action, education, health, community empowerment, sustainable development, research and international cooperation.

The organization holds Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) and is developing a modern, technology-enabled working environment supported by professional tools for accounting, project management, collaboration, communications and digital operations.

As a growing organization, EMPIRE UNLIMITED GTZ offers students and volunteers the opportunity to gain practical experience while contributing directly to the development, improvement and professionalization of real nonprofit operations.

About the Opportunity

EMPIRE UNLIMITED GTZ is seeking motivated students and emerging professionals to join our organization as

Student Volunteers or Academic Interns.

This is a hybrid and flexible opportunity designed for individuals who want to gain practical experience while contributing to community, humanitarian, educational and sustainable development initiatives.

Opportunities are available in the following areas:

- Finance & Accounting
- Administration & Operations
- Project Management
- Communications & Marketing
- Digital Systems / IT
- Research & Community Outreach

Possible Responsibilities

Depending on your area of interest and academic background, you may contribute to:

- Supporting real organizational projects and administrative processes
- Preparing reports, budgets, research and project documentation




- Supporting project planning, task tracking and internal coordination
- Assisting with communications, social media and digital content
- Supporting community outreach and partnership research
- Participating in the development and improvement of digital tools and organizational systems

What You Will Gain

- Practical experience in a nonprofit environment
- Exposure to professional digital and project-management tools
- Opportunities to build portfolio-ready projects and measurable accomplishments
- Flexible hybrid collaboration
- Experience working with a diverse and internationally oriented team
- Certificate/confirmation of volunteer service upon successful completion
- Professional reference may be provided based on performance and contribution

Who Can Apply

We welcome students and recent graduates in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Project Management, Communications, Marketing, Information Technology, International Development, Social Sciences and related programs.

Applicants should be responsible, organized, willing to learn and able to work independently while meeting agreed deadlines.

Location: Hybrid – Ontario and Greater Montreal, Canada

Schedule: Flexible and based on availability

Compensation: Volunteer opportunities are unpaid.

Academic internships/field placements may also be considered in collaboration with the student’s college or university and must comply with the requirements of the applicable academic program.

How to Apply

Please submit your application through LinkedIn and indicate your preferred area of interest, current school/program, availability and whether you are applying for a volunteer chance or an academic placement.

📌 Student Volunteers & Academic Interns – Multiple Departments (Ottawa)
🏢 Empire Unlimited GTZ
📍 Ottawa