The deadline to apply for this role is:
Until 11:59 PM of September 21, 2026
The opportunity
January 2027 - December 2027
The Government Relations and Public Affairs (GPA) team The Government Relations and Public Affairs (GPA) team plays a crucial role in shaping and influencing public policy, legislation, and regulation to protect and enhance Teachers' interests. Some of the key responsibilities for the GPA team include policy advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and monitoring and analysis of political and regulatory development. Overall, the government relations team acts as a trusted advisor, proactively engaging with governments to protect and enhance the organization's reputation and returns.
Who you'll work with The Government and Public Affairs (GPA) team engages with governments to advance Teachers' interests, focusing on building relationships with officials and advocating for policies that impact its operations. This includes advising portfolio companies and senior leaders on government interactions to support strategic objectives. Additionally, the organization collaborates on initiatives like the energy transition, emphasizing the importance of regulatory stability and community engagement in infrastructure projects. Based in Toronto, you will work closely with your GPA colleagues in Toronto and London to help further key strategic priorities and relationships.
What you'll do Support the GPA team's efforts in providing recommendations on key strategic initiatives by assisting the GPA team in gathering and analyzing internal and external resources.
Prepare clear and concise presentation materials, memos, and briefing notes for senior leadership, distilling research into straightforward to understand presentation materials.
Connect with various asset classes/regions and functional partners to capture input to support strategic initiatives and solicit feedback.




Monitor legislative and regulatory changes and provide recommendations as to how they may impact the Fund.
Support the GPA team's development, cultivation, and overall coordination of key internal and external relationships for the Fund.
Attend meetings with Government stakeholders.
What you'll need Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or master's degree; a focus on economics, business, political science or global affairs is an asset
Keen interest in politics and policymaking.
Curiosity about, and understanding of, the investment industry, global politics, and/or economic affairs
Curiosity about, and willingness to take on, strategic challenges facing Teachers'
Ability to work independently and self-start, as well as to perform optimally in a collaborative and dynamic environment
Excellent communication skills (oral and written), with a strong attention to detail and accuracy
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong proficiency in MS Office applications
Ability to navigate ambiguity
What we're offering The expected hourly range for this role is $24 - $28 depending on experience and qualifications.
Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development, including lunch and learns
Student led team building events on a monthly basis
Employee discount programs including Edvantage and Perkopolis
At Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring. We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves. To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check out Life at Teachers'.

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📌 Intern - Government and Public Affairs (January 2027 - 12 months) (Ontario)
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