ABOUT US

SickKids Foundation, with over 50 years of philanthropic impact in 2023, is

Canada's largest charitable funder of child health research, learning and care, raising over $200 million last year. As a national charity, SickKids Foundation invests in national and international initiatives to benefit children in Canada and around the world. As the fundraising partner to The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), we are aligned in supporting Precision Child Health (PCH), the future of tailoring medicine to each child's unique traits so SickKids can diagnose faster, treat smarter, and predict better.

We are driven by our core values of integrity, collaboration, excellence, innovation, and inclusion, with goals of delivering an unmatched donor experience, investing in our people and culture, driving innovative and sustainable fundraising, and leading in digital charity.

SickKids Foundation is committed to an inclusive culture by embedding equity, diversity and inclusion in everything we do. We aim to build awareness and skills in this area, both internally and with our partners. Our commitment extends to creating a safe, positive work environment. For details on our Equity, Diversity & Inclusion commitment, please click here.

We're committed to attracting and retaining passionate individuals to help

create a healthier future. That's why SickKids Foundation is looking for a new Intern, Impact Ambassador.

Position Status: 2 Temporary Full-time Contract

Available: August 31, 2026 to December 16, 2026

Description of the Position

As a member of our Impact Ambassador Team, you will be responsible for inspiring

and engaging our partners at corporate and community events, encouraging them to achieve their fundraising goals and create meaningful impact for SickKids Foundation (SKF).

Like brand ambassadors who advocate for a company or organization, our Impact

Ambassadors promote awareness of the SickKids brand within the community by building positive relationships with donors and sharing the impact of the important work done by The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids). This role includes a mix of time on the road visiting corporate partners at their storefronts and offices, attending community events, and working in the office.

You will

• Travel to corporate partners’ offices and retail locations to deliver presentations that educate and inspire staff about SickKids and motivate fundraising activity.
• Attend community events to provide on-site support, lead fundraising activations, and engage attendees to boost fundraising results.
• Deliver customized impact speeches to donor groups of all sizes, inspiring connection to SickKids’ mission.
• Complete data entry and reporting in the KYDS CRM system (training provided).
• Collaborate with fellow Impact Ambassadors to manage workload and share campaign insights, partner feedback, and emerging trends with the Activation Team and relationship managers.
• Collect meaningful stories from partners, donors, and events to strengthen relationships and support personalized communications and social media content.
• Provide general administrative and project support as required, including mailing donor materials, supporting inventory management, and assisting with data entry and processing.

Qualifications

While we know that for any job posting no one candidate will possess the

qualifications being sought in equal measure, below is an outline of the qualifications we believe are important for a candidate to bring to the position or for the successful candidate to develop while in the role:

• You have recently graduated, or are expected to graduate in Fall 2026, with a university degree or college diploma in Not-for-Profit Management or another relevant field.
• You have strong interpersonal skills and are comfortable building relationships in professional settings.
• You have excellent verbal and written communication skills across phone, video, and in-person interactions.
• You are a confident and engaging public speaker, storyteller, and motivator who can inspire others.
• You are organized, detail-oriented, and demonstrate strong follow-through to ensure tasks are completed on time.
• You work well both independently and as part of a team, with a willingness to contribute to a variety of projects as needed.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment, effectively prioritizing tasks and using resourcefulness and creativity to meet deadlines.
• You are flexible and adaptable, able to adjust to evolving strategies, schedules, and priorities.
• A personal connection to SickKids or the cause is considered an asset, but not required.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends is required.
• Access to a vehicle and a valid G-class driver’s license are required. You should be comfortable with frequent driving, as Impact Ambassadors typically log approximately 3,500+ km during their contract. Mileage will be reimbursed.

We’re looking for a passionate individual who is interested in moving the dial

and making a difference. We are an environment that looks to attract hardworking and committed people; people who want to challenge themselves and grow with a globally recognized brand that continues to change the world. If this describes you, consider joining our team. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Hours: 35-hour (full-time) work week, flexible work options available; hybrid

work model, in office work required; evening and weekend work required. 

Date Posted: July 13, 2026

Available: Internal and External Candidates

Deadline: July 27, 2026

SickKids Foundation is committed to its people and the talents, capabilities, and perspectives they bring to our mission. We live that commitment by being open and accessible to all, by valuing and respecting every individual, and by equally supporting every employee. As an organization proud to have joined the BlackNorth Initiative’s CEO pledge, we uphold our commitment by inviting and encouraging individuals from diverse lived experiences from Black, Indigenous, communities of colour, people with disabilities, 2SLBTQIA+ community and all candidates who may contribute to the further diversification of the Foundation’s community.

Candidates who require accommodation during the recruitment process should

contact the People & Culture Department at: HR@sickkidsfoundation.com.