Social Media Intern
PolicyAdvisor.com is an exciting, early-stage, insurtech startup that is transforming the way Canadians buy insurance. We’ve built a brand-new digital insurance platform that offers a simple, intuitive alternative to the archaic, offline distribution model used by most of Canada's insurance industry. With a compelling vision, proven management team, and significant seed funding, PolicyAdvisor.com brings innovation and disruption to the rapidly evolving insurtech space. Since launching in Q2-2019 we've helped countless Canadians get the coverage they need; we're going to help even more in 2025 and beyond.
Are you ready to help spread the word about PolicyAdvisor.com and get more Canadians covered?
Position Overview
The Social Media Intern will be responsible for managing and executing the company’s social media strategy across platforms. This role will involve content creation, community engagement, campaign planning, and performance tracking. The ideal candidate is creative, detail-oriented, and experienced in producing social-first content that aligns with brand and business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and grow PolicyAdvisor’s social media presence across platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, Facebook, X, etc.)
- Develop, maintain, and execute a content calendar in alignment with marketing goals
- Create original content—both static and video—from concept to publishing
- Monitor trends and identify opportunities to engage and grow our audience
- Collaborate with marketing, design, and advisor teams to produce brand-aligned campaigns
- Translate complex insurance concepts into clear, engaging social content
- Respond to messages, comments, and engagement in a timely and brand-appropriate manner
- Track performance metrics, produce monthly reports, and suggest improvements
- Support employee advocacy by guiding team members on promoting branded content
Qualifications
- 1–3 years of hands-on experience in social media, marketing, communications, or a related field
- Proven experience managing corporate social media accounts and growing engagement
- Strong copywriting, editing, and visual storytelling skills
- Proficiency in content creation tools (Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, etc.)
- Familiarity with scheduling, analytics, and social publishing platforms (e.g., AgoraPulse, Hootsuite, Google Analytics)
- Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
- Strong understanding of digital marketing fundamentals and brand communication
- Bonus: Experience in insurance or financial services content is an asset, but not required
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
- Comprehensive health benefits
- Flexible, remote-first work environment
- Opportunity to grow into a leadership role within a scaling organization
- A collaborative, inclusive team focused on innovation and impact
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care
- Work from home
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
