The Community
6-Month Internships in Copywriting, Design, Spatial Design, Motion Graphics
Application Deadline: Sunday, March 8, 2026, 11:59 PM ET
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OPPORTUNITY DESCRIPTION:
OCAD University’s RBC Centre for Emerging Artists & Designers is excited to announce recruited placements in partnership with The Community for 6-month internship roles in Copywriting, Design, Spatial Design, and Motion Graphics.
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY:
At The Community, we’re the heartbeat of a big agency with the soul of a creative boutique. We’re a tight-knit group of 80+storytellers, designers, strategists, and doers—spanning branding, experiential, social, real estate, and more. We're bold, collaborative, culture-obsessed, and always on the hunt for the next great idea.
Why Intern With Us?
- Real client impact: Dive into meaningful, deadline-driven campaigns.
- Collaborative learning: Partner with senior creatives and leaders across disciplines.
- Growth-focused environment: Receive feedback, skill coaching, and mentorship.
- Creative freedom: Experiment, explore, and push boundaries—your ideas matter.
AVAILABLE INTERNSHIP STREAMS:
Copywriting Intern
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate on ads, social content, branded experiences.
- Draft and polish headlines, taglines, scripts, and social copy.
- Contribute in brainstorming sessions.
- Assist with client presentations and internal pitches.
You bring:
- Enrolled in Advertising, Copywriting, or similar
- Strong storytelling instincts and attention to tone and voice.
- Portfolio or samples of written work.
- Curiosity, adaptability, and a collaborative spirit.
Design Intern
Responsibilities:
- Support visual campaigns across print, digital, and social.
- Aid in branding, layout, and asset creation.
- Adapt designs to different platforms and formats.
- Participate in moodboarding and creative ideation.
You bring:
- Enrolled in Graphic Design, or similar.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
- Keen eye for typography, layout, and brand consistency.
- A portfolio showcasing design versatility and aesthetic.
Spatial Design Intern
Responsibilities:
- Assist in designing physical and experiential spaces.
- Produce moodboards, renderings, and schematic diagrams.
- Support material selection and prototyping.
- Work closely with experiential and real estate teams.
You bring:
- Enrolled in Environmental Design, Interior Design, or related.
- Experience with SketchUp, CAD, or similar tools.
- Strong sense for spatial storytelling and environmental aesthetics.
- Passion for immersive, place-based experiences.
Motion Graphics Intern
Responsibilities:
- Design and animate engaging 2D/3D content.
- Create dynamic social videos, explainer snippets, animated presentations.
- Assist in storyboarding, scene building, and post-production.
- Collaborate with art directors, copywriters, and editors.
You bring:
- Enrolled in Animation, Motion Design, Multimedia or related.
- Skilled in After Effects and Premiere (plus Cinema 4D or similar is a bonus).
- A reel or samples demonstrating motion storytelling and timing.
- Willingness to experiment and learn across platforms.
PARTNER:
The Community
thecommunity.ca
822 Richmond St. W
Suite 400
Toronto, ON M6J 1C9
RATE:
$26 - $30/hour
TERM:
Full-time for 6-months starting in May 2026.
Exact start date TBD once candidate has been selected
LOCATION:
Toronto (in office, 5 days per week)
ELIGIBILITY:
- Current OCAD U undergraduate students in any discipline who have completed 15+ credits and will be graduating in 2026,
- or current OCAD U Master's students graduating in 2026
- Full-time availability for 6 months (Summer through Fall 2026).
- Available to work in Toronto
**Priority will be given to applicants who have not previously received a Career Launcher opportunity
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Please provide the following information in one PDF document:
- Contact info (Name, phone, and email)
- Website and/or social media handle
- Current resume
- A Cover Letter stating which role you are applying for and why you are a good fit
- A link to your Creative Portfolio or link to your Reel highlighting 3-5 relevant projects
APPLICATION PORTAL:
Apply via Typeform here!
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