Internship (Paid)

OPEN TO YOUTH AGED 15-30 (not in education, employment or training) 

 

Location: VIRTUAL  Start Date Jan 10th, 2022

6 months full time or 8-9 months (part-time) $18.00 -19.50/hr

Who We Are:

The Raw Carrot is a social franchise that believes that every person who WANTS to work should have the opportunity for a Hand Up (instead of just a handout) in life!

We partner with churches and nonprofits across Ontario to create meaningful employment for amazingly talented individuals living with disAbilities and mental illness.

We’re “stirring up” change in local communities through our delicious, handcrafted gourmet soup.

Together, we are “Peeling for Change”!

Who You Are:

We’re looking for an enthusiastic individual who is interested in making a difference in their community and interested in learning more about Sales & Marketing or E-Commerce

We have 2 positions available:

 

  • Sales and Marketing
  • E-Commerce/ Website development

*This work experience placement is part of the CreateAction Inclusive Social Innovation program. The successful team member will be part of a network of CreateAction participants and will join in regular peer learning sessions and evaluation activities delivered by the program partners: the Canadian CED Network, the National Association of Friendship Centres, and the Social Research and Demonstration Corporation.

 

Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

(a) be between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at start of placement;

(b) be a Canadian citizen, or permanent resident or a protected person as defined by the

Immigration and Refugee Protection Act;

(c) be legally entitled to work in Canada;

(d) be legally entitled to work according to the relevant provincial/territorial legislation and

regulations; and

(e) be experiencing one or more barriers to employment; (gender, race, LGBTQ+, person living with a disAbility, etc…) and/or

(f) be not in education, employment, or training (NEET).

 

We would also value:

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Computer literacy: basic proficiency in word processing, excel and internet use. Experience in Publisher, Canva, Shopify, WordPress or other an asset

A positive attitude, team player and willingness to try new things (with support)

Contact: info@therawcarrot.com to submit a resume AND cover letter or call us for more information: 519 865-1965

 

 

 

At The Raw Carrot Soup Enterprise, diversity and inclusion are part of our essence. Together, we are working to build a culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our staff, soup purchasers, volunteers and partners so that we all create a community where we want to, and CAN, play an important role.