Administrative Support Level 1 Intern - Business & Rights

Position Title:

CAPE - Administrative Support – Level I (Business & Rights)

Status of Employment:

Temporary Long-Term (Fixed Term)

Position Language Requirement:

English

Language Skills:

English (Reading - C - Advanced), English (Speaking - C - Advanced), English (Writing - C - Advanced)

Work at CBC/Radio-Canada

At CBC/Radio-Canada, we create content that informs, entertains and connects Canadians on multiple platforms. Our successes and accomplishments are driven by embodying and upholding values, which include creativity, integrity, inclusiveness and relevance. 
 
Do you think you have the ability and drive to keep up with this exciting, ever-changing industry? Whether it be in front of the camera, on air, online or behind the scenes, you would be joining a team that thrives on making connections and telling stories that are important to Canadians.

Unposting Date:

2026-11-06 11:59 PM

This role described below is part of CBC’s CAPE program which is specifically for people with disabilities*. CAPE is a six-month paid placement program that aims to kick-start the careers of people with disabilities, eliminate barriers to employment, showcase individual talents and generate more discussion, learning and content related to disability, accessibility and inclusion.

The program will run from January 11 until June 25, 2027.

What do you need to be eligible?

• You must self-identify as a person with a disability*. 
• You must have no prior long-term work experience with the CBC. 
• You must be able to work legally in Canada.  
• You must be available for the assigned workweek during the program, to be discussed during the interview process (up to 38.75 hours-some roles have more flexibility).

*The Accessible Canada Act definition of disability:

“means any impairment, including a physical, mental, intellectual, cognitive, learning, communication or sensory impairment—or a functional limitation—whether permanent, temporary or episodic in nature, or evident or not, that, in interaction with a barrier, hinders a person’s full and equal participation in society." 

Please note by applying for this role you give consent to be recognized as a “CAPE participant” and as identifying as a person with a disability. No further information will be shared without your permission.

This role is based in Toronto, ON, and typically requires two days in the office each week. We are committed to an inclusive workplace and offer flexible arrangements and accommodations to fit your needs. 

Part of the CAPE program includes attending weekly online group meetings with other CAPE participants. These meetings will be scheduled with your manager’s approval.

Overview:

Are you interested in working with independent equity-deserving producers? Are you a collaborative team player who is passionate about making a difference in Canada’s media landscape? 

CBC’s Business & Rights department brings people and ideas together. We collaborate with creative partners across CBC to secure rights and design innovative programs for Canada’s independent producers. Our team is seeking a passionate Administrative Support to support day-to-day operations and help bring these high-impact industry initiatives to life.  

Your role and how you will make an impact:

• Help drive initiatives that empower independent, equity deserving producers across Canada’s media landscape. 
• Serve as a key operational anchor for both the Project Lead, Industry Information Sharing and the Content Accessibility team. 
• Build positive relationships with external stakeholders, industry partners and internal CBC team members to help bring impactful projects to life. 

The ideal candidate for this role is….

• A proactive team player. You thrive in a collaborative environment, enjoy supporting others and bring a solution-oriented mindset. 
• Highly organized and detail-focused. You can track multiple moving parts, manage task timelines and keep digital files and administrative details in order. 
• Passionate about equity. You care about creating barrier-free media experiences and building meaningful connections with diverse creators and independent producers. 
• A clear communicator. You express ideas clearly in writing and conversation, and adapt well when working with people from different backgrounds.  

Responsibilities include:

• Operational & Administrative Support. Assist with the day-to-day coordination of industry initiatives, consultations, and meeting schedules.
• Industry Engagement. Serve as a point of contact for independent equity-deserving producers. 
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other CBC departments and various external stakeholders.
• Data and Record Management. Maintain organized contact lists, project logs and feedback summaries to help measure program impact. 
• Creates and maintains files, activity logs, production books or other information storage systems appropriate to the unit, department or location. Prepares, gathers or receives, documents and information, codes as necessary, and enters them into the appropriate system, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate with the following:

• Post-secondary education 
• Proficiency in G-Suite (Gmail, Drive, Docs etc) 
• Ability to coordinate tracking and reporting and assist in the administration of management projects 
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team 
• Strong interpersonal skills 
• Accuracy and attention to detail 
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity 
• A passion for the Canadian media landscape

To Apply:

You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest. In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.

If this sounds interesting, please apply online OR, if you have difficulty navigating the online format, please submit the following to the email address: [email protected]:

• A cover letter, indicating the title of the position that you are applying for;
• Your resume;
• A one-page letter of interest describing: 
  • Why you think this program is right for you and; 
  • What impact you think it could have on your career objectives 

The deadline to apply is Friday, November 6 at 11:59 PM ET.  We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact each applicant about the status of their application when the interview process begins. 

Interview Process:

If you’re invited to an interview, we’ll reach out to ask how we can best support your access needs—whether that means ASL interpreters, screen-reader friendly documents, extra time, or other accommodations. We’ll also share a clear agenda ahead of time so you know who you’ll meet and what to expect from the space, whether it’s virtual or in person. 

Candidates may be subject to skills and knowledge testing.
 

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

As part of our recruitment process, candidates who advance to the next

step will be asked to complete a background check. This includes:  

• A mandatory Criminal record check. 

• Other background checks may be conducted based on the operational requirements of the position.

CBC/Radio-Canada is committed to being a leader in reflecting our country’s diversity. That’s because we can only create and tell the stories that connect Canadians, by having a workforce that mirrors the ever-changing makeup of our country. That’s why we, as an employer, value equal opportunity and nurture an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are not only recognized and valued, but also extend to and pervade all the services we provide as Canada’s public broadcaster. For more information, visit the Diversity and Inclusion section of our website. If you have accommodation needs at this stage of the recruitment process, please inform us as soon as possible by sending an e-mail to [email protected].
 
You are invited to consult and familiarize yourself with our Code of Conduct, which can be found on our corporate website. All employees must adhere to the Code as a condition of employment. We also invite you to take a look at our policy on conflicts of interest. In the event that you become an employee, it will be important to inform us, as quickly as possible, of any situation that, because of your hiring, constitutes or could appear to constitute a conflict of interest.

Primary Location:

Broadcast Centre 205 Wellington St. W., Toronto, Ontario, M5V 3G7

Number of Openings:

1

Work Schedule:

Full time