Programs & Communications Intern

Who We Are

The Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame (CSHF), a subsidiary of SOCAN, is a national, bilingual, non-profit organization that honours and celebrates Canada’s greatest songwriters. As the nation’s sole Hall of Fame for songwriting, the CSHF raises awareness of the incredible contributions Canadian songwriters have made both at home and globally. Through various initiatives, we celebrate Canada’s greatest songwriters and foster the next generation of music creators—our Hall of Fame inductees of tomorrow.

We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our organization and programming.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism

CSHF thrives with a variety of viewpoints, identities, and backgrounds, and we are committed to anti-racism. Everyone is welcome to apply for our wide range of roles, regardless of gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, race, age, culture, sexual orientation, religious belief, or physical ability.

Why Work With Us?

• Make a difference by supporting and collaborating with a vibrant and creative community
• Enjoy many options for workplace flexibility and work-life balance
• Get involved in the rapidly changing creative space
• Advocate for and empower the creative community
• Together, we’ll help music creators earn more income and make a living

What We Offer

• 35-hour workweek schedule
• Access to SOCAN fitness facility
• Inclusive and collaborative working environment

About The Role

As Programs & Communications Intern, you will significantly enhance the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame (CSHF) team’s operational efficiency and productivity. You will be responsible for providing support in handling administrative tasks, fostering creative ideas, and ensuring organizational support. This internship would be an excellent foundation for learning about the music business and our major events planning process, all while working in a fast-paced environment. The dynamic nature of the CSHF ensures that you will be constantly engaged and challenged, fostering personal and professional growth throughout your internship journey. This is an opportunity to learn and grow within the Canadian music industry, network with industry professionals, work with globally known brands, and make meaningful contributions to the Hall of Fame's initiatives. We offer a rewarding experience that will lay a solid foundation for future endeavours within the Canadian Music Industry.

What You’ll Do / Key Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and coordination support across Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame programming, including the 2026 Induction Ceremony, Breakthrough Songwriter Award, Song & Score Week, and related campaigns and initiatives.
• Assist with event logistics, scheduling, guest tracking, approvals, and internal documentation.
• Support marketing and communications campaigns, including social media, asset coordination, and campaign timelines.
• Help manage databases, contact lists, invitations, and reporting related to events and activations.
• Contribute to day-of-event operations and post-event follow-up as required.
• Provide general administrative support as needed

What You Will Bring / Qualifications & Experience

• In-depth understanding and knowledge of Canadian music creators and trends in pop culture
• Currently enrolled in/recently graduated from an Event Planning, Music Industry, Business or Marketing and Communications program
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Marketing and social media experience (an asset)
• Experience with Canva, Photoshop and WordPress (an asset)

Accessibility & Accommodation

CSHF is committed to providing an inclusive workplace environment that meets the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities. Should you require accommodations please contact us directly at hr@socan.com and we will make the necessary accommodations. Applications submitted to this email address will not be accepted.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSHF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and other employment decisions at CSHF are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation, record of offences, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.

If you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to apply.

How To Apply

If you’re interested in joining us, we’d love to hear from you: http://www.socan.com/careers/

Thank you for your interest in our company; we will be in touch with those candidates we wish to interview.

To learn more about CSHF, go to www.cshf.ca. You can also follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook (@cshfmusic).

Key skills/competency

• Administrative Support
• Event Logistics
• Marketing Campaigns
• Social Media Management
• Database Management
• Communications Support
• Program Coordination
• Canadian Music Industry Knowledge
• Microsoft Office Proficiency
• Creative Idea Generation