Position Summary
The Projects, Fundraising and Events Assistant will support Pollution Probe’s development and events team, with a primary focus on organizing the Pollution Probe Gala, a signature fundraising event. The student will gain practical experience in fundraising, event management, STEAM informed environmental research, sponsor prospecting, stakeholder engagement, and web-based research, while contributing to measurable environmental outcomes.
This role is ideal for a student interested in environmental non-profits, sustainability, STEAM based environmental solutions, fundraising, communications, or events management.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising & Sponsorship Support
- Conduct web based and sector research to identify potential corporate, foundation, and individual sponsors, with an emphasis on organizations involved in environmental innovation, sustainability, and STEAM related initiatives
- Compile and maintain sponsor prospect lists, research summaries, and data tracking materials
- Support outreach preparation, including sponsor packages, tracking documents, and follow up reporting
- Assist with donor stewardship activities with regards to the Pollution Probe Gala
Event Management – Pollution Probe Gala
- Support planning and coordination of the Pollution Probe Gala, including timelines, logistics, technology needs, and vendor coordination
- Assist with event communications, registration tracking, and guest list management using digital tools and databases
- Provide on site support during the event, including coordination of STEAM related displays or environmental education materials
STEAM Focused Research, Data & Project Assistance
- Organize and maintain datasets and spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or similar software
- Participate in waste characterization activities, data collection, quality control, and basic data analysis
- Assist with various project-related activities as required
- Support environmental programs involving plastic pollution reduction technologies, including assisting with demonstrations and public engagement
Research & Administrative Support
- Conduct environmental, policy, and sector research to support fundraising and community engagement strategies
- Support the development team with general administrative, project coordination, and reporting tasks as needed
Learning Outcomes
Through this placement, the student will:
- Gain hands on experience at the intersection of STEAM, environmental protection, fundraising, and event management
- Develop practical skills in data collection, organization, and basic analysis related to environmental projects
- Build capacity in science communication, translating technical and environmental information for public audiences
- Learn best practices in non-profit development, sponsor relations, project coordination, and environmentally focused innovation
- Strengthen employability skills relevant to careers in the environmental, sustainability, and STEAM adjacent sectors
Required Qualifications
- Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program (college or university)
- Strong organizational, analytical, and research skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Interest in environmental issues, sustainability, STEAM applications, or non profit work
Assets
- Previous experience with fundraising, events, STEAM outreach, or community engagement
- Familiarity with CRM systems, donor databases, data collection tools, or event software
- Studies in environmental studies, environmental science, engineering, data analysis, communications, business, marketing, public relations, fundraising, or event management, or related fields
Compensation & Hours
- Paid position (wage compliant with SWPP and organizational standards)
- Temporary full time (approximately 35 hours per week for 16 weeks)
Eligibility
This position is intended for students eligible for the ECO Canada Student Work Placement Program, including domestic post-secondary students legally entitled to work in Canada.
How to Apply:
Please send your cover letter and resume to hr@pollutionprobe.org with the reference Projects, Fundraising, and Events Assistant in the subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.