Monitor Canadian government activity at Interac while building research, policy analysis, and writing skills through a versatile hybrid internship. Track developments shaping payments and fintech.
Reporting to the Specialist, Government Relations & External Affairs, you will support a collaborative team working across government relations, policy, and external affairs. You will turn research into briefing materials, stakeholder records, executive updates, and practical recommendations. The January to April 2027 internship is designed for a Canadian university student interested in current affairs and digital finance.
Key Responsibilities: Monitor federal and provincial announcements, legislation, consultations, and regulatory developments
Track payments, fintech, banking, and digital economy developments
Draft briefing notes, stakeholder profiles, presentations,



and correspondence
Maintain trackers, stakeholder maps, and engagement records accurately
Support meetings, conferences, executive engagements, and follow-up actions
Requirements: Enrollment in a relevant Canadian university discipline
Knowledge of Canadian political and government institutions
Strong research, analytical, writing, and synthesis skills
Attention to detail when verifying facts, names, dates, and sources
Proficiency in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Develop government relations expertise through policy research, stakeholder engagement, and clear communications supporting Interac’s Canadian digital economy.

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📌 Government Relations Policy Intern (Ontario)
🏢 Interac
📍 Ontario