Columbia Basin Trust is seeking a Summer Student to join our Communications team from May through August 2025 in one of our four offices: Castlegar, Cranbrook, Golden or Nakusp. If you are self-motivated, results-oriented and have strong communication skills, we want to hear from you!

The rate of pay for this position is $25.00 per hour.

Reporting to the Manager, Communications you will:

• Assist with the development and implementation of communications and marketing plans.
• Draft stories, web and ad copy, social media content, presentations and more for internal and external purposes.
• Research and analyze information on various topics related to communications.
• Collaborate in the design and development of graphics for web, social and advertising.
• Support web, digital and social media projects and campaigns.
• Provide administrative and office support services.

We are looking for a student who is passionate about pursuing a career in communications and marketing. The ideal candidate should be familiar with the Columbia Basin area and comfortable working in a digital environment.

Key skills required include strong verbal and written communication abilities, as well as the capacity to effectively research and analyze information on a variety of topics. Candidates must be post-secondary students, preferably enrolled in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, or business, and returning to school in the next academic year.

How to apply:

If you have what it takes to fill this exciting opportunity, submit a cover letter and resume on our website at https://ourtrust.org/careers by March 7, 2025. The Trust respects and values the rich and diverse cultures in the Columbia Basin. We welcome and encourage those with different backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Who are we?

Our staff team is made up of highly motivated, innovative and passionate individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment and want to contribute to Basin communities. Working alongside the people of the Basin, the Trust is committed to strengthening where we live, now and for future generations.

The Trust gratefully operates in the unceded, traditional territories of the Ktunaxa, Lheidli T’enneh, Secwépemc, Sinixt and Syilx Nations. This region is also home to six Metis Nation BC Chartered Communities. We have offices in four communities in the Basin: Castlegar, Nakusp, Cranbrook and Golden. These communities offer year-round outdoor recreation, a vibrant arts and culture scene, and much more.