Duration until March 31, 2027

Start Date

October 19, 2026

Application Deadline

Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Compensation

$17.95/hour

Hours of Work

Part-time (8 hours per week)

Location

Greater Sudbury

Description

Why Literacy? Work with purpose at United for Literacy.

Canada’s literacy divide widens daily because so many people lack adequate support. Solving systemic literacy challenges is key to advancing social equity and prosperity across our country. Literacy changes everything.

United for Literacy (formerly Frontier College) is a national charity that was founded in 1899. We believe literacy is a right, and that every place can be a learning place. Our vision is a Canada in which everyone has the literacy skills they need to achieve their goals at school, at work, and in life. Our mission is to provide local learning support programs that change lives.

We encourage applications that reflect the diverse cultures and socio-economic backgrounds we serve at United for Literacy. In keeping with our ongoing efforts to promote equity and reflect the diversity of our organization, we encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities.

The Opportunity

This position is part of the Southern Ontario team and reports to the Sudbury Community Coordinator. The Sudbury Intern works both independently and collaboratively to carry out and promote the work of United for Literacy. The position may involve a combination of remote work and travel to program sites or meetings in the Greater Sudbury area.

As part of its national literacy program, United for Literacy operates literacy tutoring programs based in the Greater Sudbury area, recruits volunteer tutors and places them in various community-based and online [virtual] tutoring programs for children and youth. United for Literacy has previously been an accredited student club on the Laurentian University campus. United for Literacy would like to regain accreditation status as an official student club on campus to help with rebuilding and maintaining a reliable volunteer base in the Greater Sudbury area.

We are currently seeking an Intern for the 2026-2027 academic year to meet the goals and objectives of the literacy program in Greater Sudbury area as set out by United for Literacy and the Community Coordinator.

Overall Accountability The intern will work primarily remotely with weekly in-person and online programs and will work 8 hours a week. The workload for this position will vary throughout the contract and will require flexibility on the part of the candidate.



The Intern will be responsible for carrying out the following activities under the supervision and direction of the Community Coordinator.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Volunteer Recruitment and Screening (30%)

- Adhere to United for Literacy’s Volunteer Management Policies & Procedures.
- In collaboration with the Community Coordinator, develop, coordinate and manage the volunteer recruitment and promotional plans/events on campus and/or community.
- Oversee the volunteer screening process, including managing volunteer application forms, conducting volunteer interviews, and completing reference calls for all recent volunteers.
- Assist the Community Coordinator with the organization and delivery of training sessions for all new volunteers including logistical details.

Program Support (40%)

- Oversee placement of volunteers at program sites to ensure sufficient volunteers are available to effectively run the programs.
- Run weekly programming at our partner site(s) including one held on Tuesday mornings at a local elementary school.
- Provide ongoing support to the volunteer tutors to ensure the smooth running of program sites and inform the Community Coordinator of any serious incidents or when assistance is required to resolve issues.
- Support in-person and/or on-line programs when required.

Communication, Administration and Evaluation (30%)

- Lead the application and ratification process of becoming an official student club at Laurentian University
- Upon successful ratification, maintain all requirements for United for Literacy club status and campus office, and maintain constructive working relationships with Laurentian University, etc.
- Seek out and develop connections or partnerships with other student clubs, organizations, and departments on campus.
- Recognize volunteer efforts and contributions through initiatives like the Volunteer of the Month program, Volunteer Socials and Appreciation events, etc.
- Other duties may be assigned.

Skills and Attributes

- Be a post-secondary student for the 2026-2027 academic year.
- High level of commitment to the program.
- Ability to hold/manage virtual/in-person meetings/programs.




- Flexible schedule; able to work 8 or more hours per week on average.
- Detail oriented; strong organizational and administrative skills.
- Ability to provide leadership and support to lead volunteers and volunteer tutors.
- Experience with volunteers, with community settings, and diverse populations.
- Works well independently and as part of a team.
- Computer skills (MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel and Internet).
- Ability to take initiative.
- In accordance with funder requirements, this position is open to youth applicants under the age of 30.

Additional Assets

- Prior experience leading a team, committee, or club.
- Knowledge and experience creating and delivering educational activities for children.

Working with United for Literacy

- Hours of Work: 8 hours per week. Actual weekly hours will vary considerably depending on the time of year. Evening and weekend hours will be required.

In addition to your salary, you will benefit from:

Paid time off

- Paid time of during the public holidays
- Plus: paid time off during our seasonal closure between Boxing Day and New Year’s Day
- Plus: half-days off before some long weekends (start your long weekend early!)
- Plus: generous and compassionate wellness time allowance, and a “floating day” for personal/cultural events

Application Process Interested candidates should send a Résumé and statement outlining the reasons why you should be selected as the Intern to:

Fahad Adeniran, Community Coordinator, by email: [email protected]

Subject Line: Intern Application

Provide three references (two referees will be called). Please note: References cannot be family or friends.

The deadline for accepting applications is Wednesday, September 30, 2026

Virtual interviews will be held during the week of October 5, 2026

No phone calls, please. You will be contacted if you are selected for an interview.

For more information about United for Literacy visit www.unitedforliteracy.ca

We welcome applications from individuals who self-identify on the basis of any of the protected grounds under the Human Rights Code. We are committed to integration and maintaining the independence of individuals and removing barriers to accessibility in the workplace. We are committed to full compliance with the Human Rights Code, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Occupational Health and Safety Act, and all other applicable legislation.

We invite applicants to request accommodation, as required, throughout the application and hiring process.

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