As a co-op/intern student at BMO, you will have the opportunity to be heard, keep growing and make a difference. You will be part of our campus program to gain the skills and knowledge needed to take on roles similar to the description listed below.
Our student experience is designed to integrate you to the BMO team from day one by adding value in the work you do. You will have the opportunity to participate in programs such as the Women in Technology Mentorship Program, BMO First Friend peer assignment, BMO Social Squad student-led activities, BMO U corporate learning platform and access to various Employee Resource Groups to further develop your network within BMO.
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Note: Only students currently enrolled in an academic program and returning to their studies will be considered for Co-op/Internship opportunities. Student who recently graduated are invited to apply to our New Grad opportunities which are available at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en/new-grad
To apply for this opportunity, please submit your cover letter, resume and an unofficial copy of your academic transcript. By applying for this general posting, you will be considered for a number of different student opportunities across multiple locations. If you are selected to move forward, you will be provided additional information.
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Strategic Communications, BMO GAM Distribution support the Sales Teams in their interactions with key target audiences by bringing complex product information to life in a way that is exciting, simple and intuitive. Communications initiatives are aligned with BMO communications principles, support the company culture and brand, support the improvement of business results and assist in increasing customer & employee engagement. Supports the planning, development and delivery of communication solutions to ensure the target audience can easily access, understand and action information. Works collaboratively with key stakeholders to ensure that timelines are met and solutions are aligned to communication standards.
Communication solutions at BMO are used to help shape employee and customer experiences and bring information to life in a way that is exciting, simple and intuitive. Communications solutions are aligned with BMO communications principles, support the company culture and brand, support the improvement of business results and assist in increasing customer & employee engagement. Supports the planning, development and delivery of communication solutions to ensure the target audience can easily access, understand and action information. Works collaboratively with key stakeholders to ensure that timelines are met and solutions are aligned to communication standards.
- Understands the business strategy and stakeholder needs to assess business issues & impacts on target employee and audiences.
- Understands communication principles/programs/approaches and effective ways to communicate (e.g. message development, vehicle selection, etc.)
- Supports the development and execution of communications plans & solutions.
- Works collaboratively with internal & external stakeholders to develop and execute communication solutions.
- Organizes and reviews material for compliance with relevant quality standards.
- Coordinates, tracks and manages the delivery and receipt of materials for translation, as required.
- Tracks progress to plans and escalates complaints, issues and concerns.
- Assists in the monitoring and measurement of communications solutions impacting the target audience. Gathers feedback and monitors performance of the effectiveness of existing communications content and the vehicles/platforms/tools/technology (e.g. Intranet, Portal, conference calls, e-mail, shared drives and SharePoint sites, social networking platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, and blogs, etc.).
- Analyzes data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
- Recommends improvements, changes, additions or deletions of communication content and the vehicles/platforms/tools/technology as necessary. Coordinates with partners to ensure content is up-to-date and relevant.
- May assist in the planning and execution of events and conferences (as required).
- Completes complex & diverse tasks within given rules/limits and may include handling escalations from other employees.
- Analyzes issues and determines next steps.
- Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.Qualifications:
- Typically between 2 – 3 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study desirable or an equivalent combination of education and experience. However, as part of the BMO campus program, we are looking for motivated University and College students with a strong desire to learn.
- Specialized knowledge.
- Verbal & written communication skills – Good.
- Organization skills – Good.
- Collaboration & team skills – Good.
- Analytical and problem solving skills – Good.