Intern, Partnerships
About the role
Intern, P artnerships
REPORTS TO: Director, Partnerships
LOCATION: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)
POSITION DETAILS: Internship - 4 months from Start Date
START DATE: Hiring Immediately
COMPENSATION: $17.60/hour
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) was formed in 1975 to preserve and enhance the Canadian music industry and to contribute towards higher artistic and industry standards. CARAS’ mandate is comprised of four key pillars: Educate through our music education charity MusiCounts’ programs and initiatives, Develop emerging artists through mentorship and development programs, Celebrate Canadian artists through The JUNO Awards and other year-round initiatives, and Honour music industry icons through the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
OVERALL POSITION
The Intern, Partnerships will support the CARAS Partnerships department in preparing sponsorship materials and coordinating partner-related activities. This role provides hands-on experience in partnership management and event support while helping ensure the smooth execution of CARAS’ core initiatives.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist the Partnerships team in supporting day-to-day activities to drive partner engagement and success
- Help research and prospect potential brand partners
- Develop customized pitch materials and presentations aligned with the objectives of prospective brand sponsors
- Assist with coordination and preparation for 2026 JUNO Week partner activities and other CARAS milestones, including tracking deliverables and assets
- Take notes during internal and external meetings and help maintain organized documentation, including proposals, contracts, approvals, and asset inventory tracking
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth execution of partnership initiatives and activations
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED
- Previous experience or strong interest in sponsorship, partnerships and brand activation
- Strong presentation design skills, including layout, formatting, and visual storytelling
- Outstanding attention to detail
- Proficiency with Google Workspace
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure
- Highly resourceful with strong time management skills
- Professional, organized, and able to juggle multiple priorities at once
- Comfortable working on-site
- Interested in music and culture and how brands are activating in sponsorship
- Experience working in events is considered an asset
PLEASE EMAIL A PDF COPY OF YOUR RESUME TO:
SUBJECT LINE: Application – CARAS – Partnerships, Intern
Deadline for resume submission – Thursday, October 16, 2025
We want to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will
be contacted.
CARAS embraces the diversity of all people, including those with disabilities, and aims to
maintain an inclusive and equitable workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and
supported. We encourage individuals who identify as Indigenous, Black, a person of colour, as
having a disability and/or as a member of the 2SLGBTQ+ communities to apply. If you require
an accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, we would be happy to work with
you to meet your needs.
About The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) was formed in 1975 as an umbrella not-for-profit organization for The JUNO Awards – Canada’s Music Awards, MusiCounts, Canada’s music education program associated with CARAS and the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
CARAS’ mandate is to promote and celebrate Canadian music and artists.
The JUNO Awards is Canada’s premier awards show, which encompass a week-long celebration of Canadian music, culminating in The JUNO Awards Broadcast where Canadian artists are recognized for excellence of achievement in recorded music.
MusiCounts, Canada’s music education charity associated with CARAS, is dedicated to ensuring that young Canadians regardless of socio-economic circumstances and cultural background have the opportunity to experience the joy of music, explore their talent, build self-esteem, and above all dream big.
Intern, Partnerships
About the role
Intern, P artnerships
REPORTS TO: Director, Partnerships
LOCATION: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)
POSITION DETAILS: Internship - 4 months from Start Date
START DATE: Hiring Immediately
COMPENSATION: $17.60/hour
ORGANIZATION SUMMARY
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) was formed in 1975 to preserve and enhance the Canadian music industry and to contribute towards higher artistic and industry standards. CARAS’ mandate is comprised of four key pillars: Educate through our music education charity MusiCounts’ programs and initiatives, Develop emerging artists through mentorship and development programs, Celebrate Canadian artists through The JUNO Awards and other year-round initiatives, and Honour music industry icons through the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
OVERALL POSITION
The Intern, Partnerships will support the CARAS Partnerships department in preparing sponsorship materials and coordinating partner-related activities. This role provides hands-on experience in partnership management and event support while helping ensure the smooth execution of CARAS’ core initiatives.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist the Partnerships team in supporting day-to-day activities to drive partner engagement and success
- Help research and prospect potential brand partners
- Develop customized pitch materials and presentations aligned with the objectives of prospective brand sponsors
- Assist with coordination and preparation for 2026 JUNO Week partner activities and other CARAS milestones, including tracking deliverables and assets
- Take notes during internal and external meetings and help maintain organized documentation, including proposals, contracts, approvals, and asset inventory tracking
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure smooth execution of partnership initiatives and activations
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED
- Previous experience or strong interest in sponsorship, partnerships and brand activation
- Strong presentation design skills, including layout, formatting, and visual storytelling
- Outstanding attention to detail
- Proficiency with Google Workspace
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to stay calm under pressure
- Highly resourceful with strong time management skills
- Professional, organized, and able to juggle multiple priorities at once
- Comfortable working on-site
- Interested in music and culture and how brands are activating in sponsorship
- Experience working in events is considered an asset
PLEASE EMAIL A PDF COPY OF YOUR RESUME TO:
SUBJECT LINE: Application – CARAS – Partnerships, Intern
Deadline for resume submission – Thursday, October 16, 2025
We want to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interviews will
be contacted.
CARAS embraces the diversity of all people, including those with disabilities, and aims to
maintain an inclusive and equitable workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and
supported. We encourage individuals who identify as Indigenous, Black, a person of colour, as
having a disability and/or as a member of the 2SLGBTQ+ communities to apply. If you require
an accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, we would be happy to work with
you to meet your needs.
About The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences
The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences (CARAS) was formed in 1975 as an umbrella not-for-profit organization for The JUNO Awards – Canada’s Music Awards, MusiCounts, Canada’s music education program associated with CARAS and the Canadian Music Hall of Fame.
CARAS’ mandate is to promote and celebrate Canadian music and artists.
The JUNO Awards is Canada’s premier awards show, which encompass a week-long celebration of Canadian music, culminating in The JUNO Awards Broadcast where Canadian artists are recognized for excellence of achievement in recorded music.
MusiCounts, Canada’s music education charity associated with CARAS, is dedicated to ensuring that young Canadians regardless of socio-economic circumstances and cultural background have the opportunity to experience the joy of music, explore their talent, build self-esteem, and above all dream big.