Tourism Coordinator Intern at City of Dryden

Dryden, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Apr, 26

Salary

27.48

Posted On

17 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Tourism Development, Digital Marketing, Event Coordination, Stakeholder Engagement, Community Events, Visitor Services, Social Media, Website Content Management, Organizational Skills, Communication Skills, Indigenous Tourism, Team Collaboration

Industry

Government Administration

Description

TERM FULL TIME – Tourism Coordinator Intern HR-CD-2026-03 The City of Dryden is located in the heart of Northwestern Ontario and is the second-largest city in the Kenora District. Located on Wabigoon Lake, the City is enveloped by the beauty of tranquil lakes, stunning views and the boreal forest. Dryden offers something for everyone; the perfect blend of opportunities to raise a family, grow a business, build a life. It has the conveniences of an urban centre without losing its rural, neighbourly charm. The City of Dryden is seeking a self-motivated and creative Tourism Coordinator Intern to join our Community Development Department. In this position you will support the delivery of tourism marketing, visitor services, community events, and promotional initiatives aligned with the City’s Economic Development and Tourism Strategy. This position plays a key role in enhancing Dryden’s profile as a destination, supporting signature tourism initiatives, and delivering high-quality visitor experiences. The successful candidate will gain hands-on experience in tourism development, digital marketing, event coordination, stakeholder engagement, and municipal operations, while contributing directly to projects that support economic growth and community vibrancy in Northwestern Ontario. Position Requirements: Post-secondary education in tourism, marketing, communications, business, economic development, or a related field. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience with social media platforms, website content management, and digital marketing tools. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Interest in tourism development, community events, and visitor services. Knowledge of or interest in Indigenous and Métis tourism. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Availability to work occasional evenings or weekends for events. Must provide a clean criminal record check at applicant’s expense prior to start date. This opportunity is proudly supported by the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation and is funded through the Indigenous Workforce Development Program. It is a requirement under this program that the selected candidate for this position self-identify as an Indigenous person. This opportunity is for an existing vacancy and is a non-union term position for a period of twelve (12) months. This position is thirty-five (35) hours per week with an hourly rate of pay of $27.48 with benefits as per the Employment Standards Act. The closing date is 4:00 pm CDT, Thursday, February 5th, 2026. Interested applicants are to submit a cover letter & resume outlining qualifications & experience through the City’s online application, which can be found at: http://www.dryden.ca/careers Personal Information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Act, 2001, and will be used for the purpose of determining eligibility for employment. Questions with respect to the collection of personal information should be addressed to the Freedom of Information and Privacy Coordinator, City of Dryden, 30 Van Horne Avenue, Dryden, ON P8N 2A7 or via telephone contact at (807) 223-1432. The City of Dryden is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age. Accommodations of persons with disabilities are available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. Applicants need to make their required accommodations known in advance to the Director of Human Resources or designate. We thank all applicants and advise that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This opportunity is proudly supported by:

Responsibilities

The Tourism Coordinator Intern will support tourism marketing, visitor services, community events, and promotional initiatives. This role is essential for enhancing Dryden’s profile as a destination and delivering high-quality visitor experiences.