Intern, Safe Sport - North York, Canada - Tennis Canada

Tennis Canada

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North York, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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WHO WE ARE?

The future is bright for tennis in Canada, and you will be right in the middle of it all at Tennis Canada A national sport organization with a mission to lead the growth of tennis in Canada and a vision to be a world-leading tennis nation, Tennis Canada seeks to grow participation across the country and develop champions on the international stage.

Tennis Canada also owns and operates the world-class National Bank Open presented by Rogers tournaments in Toronto and Montreal, two of the best-run sporting events on the planet which annually bring the globe's best tennis players to Canada and continue to break attendance records year on year.

In recent times, Canadian tennis has enjoyed many historic achievements, including winning the Billie Jean King Cup in 2023 and Davis Cup the year before, the world's largest team sports competition.

Join us as we look to build on this exciting momentum and continue to produce incredible results. We are a team of innovators, who are passionate about our work and pursue excellence together everyday.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR?

Intern, Safe Sport**The intern of tennis development and partnership reports into the Manager of Safe Sport & Education. As a member of the Tennis Development and Partnerships team, your main responsibilities focus on projects within the Safe Sport Department and Community Department. The Safe Sport Department is committed to protecting the security, safety and health of all participants. The Safe Sport Department is committed to protecting the security, safety and health of all participants. The position will assist with core activities across the department.

Support the development, monitoring and execution of compliance for different stakeholders as it relates to Safe Sport
Support the implementation of the Respect in Sport modules across the tennis ecosystem
Support the development of Safe Sport training & education for all stakeholders
Support the development and implementation of the Safe Sport videos across the tennis ecosystem
Support the development of the new Safe Sport Tennis Canada website along with ensuring alignment across the Provincial and Territorial Tennis Association (PTTA)
Any other duties as outlined by the supervisor

WHO YOU ARE?:

Must be currently enrolled in a Canadian accredited college/university program and complete this internship as a part of your school program
Possess strong administrative and organizational skills and an independent work ethic
Excellent computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Teams
Excellent communication skills, both spoken and written
Energetic, selfmotivated and possessing a winning attitude while excelling in a professional, working environment
Flexible, adaptable and comfortable in a fast pace and fluid work environment
Knowledge of tennis and/or coaching an asset but not required
French speaking an asset but not required

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Fixed term contract starting May 6th, 2024 to August 23rd, 202
Hybrid remote office schedule
Office hours are Monday to Friday 95pm
Some evening and weekend work will be required leading up to and during the National Bank Open presented by Rogers;
Some physical work (ex. packing and lifting boxes) may be required.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?: