Marketing Manager - Project Intern
Reports to: Facility Manager
Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario
Employment Type: Full-Time, One-Year Internship
Rate of Pay: $22 per hour
Funding Support: Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC)
About Thunder Bay Community Tennis Centre
The Thunder Bay Community Tennis Centre is undergoing an exciting transformation with the development of a new indoor tennis facility, shifting our operations from seasonal to year-round programming. This milestone represents an important moment for tennis and community recreation in Northwestern Ontario.
To support this growth, we are seeking a creative, organized, and driven Marketing Manager – Project Intern to lead marketing initiatives, strengthen community engagement, support fundraising efforts, and help bring our expanded vision to life.
This one-year internship, supported by the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC), offers hands-on experience in sports marketing, event planning, fundraising, and community development.
Position Overview
The Marketing Manager – Project Intern will play a central role in strengthening the Centre’s public presence and building community enthusiasm during the transition to year-round operations. The role focuses on digital marketing, social media engagement, fundraising campaigns, membership growth, and social event coordination.
This position is ideal for someone passionate about marketing, community engagement, and sports.
Key Responsibilities:
Marketing & Social Media Leadership
- Develop and implement a comprehensive marketing strategy aligned with the Centre’s expansion
- Manage and grow all social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.)
- Create engaging digital content including graphics, videos, newsletters, and promotional campaigns
- Develop branding materials for the new indoor facility and grand opening
- Track and analyze marketing metrics to evaluate reach and engagement
- Maintain website updates and promotional materials
Fundraising & Sponsorship Development
- Organize and promote fundraising campaigns to support facility development
- Assist in developing sponsorship packages and donor recognition programs
- Coordinate community sponsorship outreach and relationship management
- Support grant communications and promotional reporting
- Collaborate with Board members on donor engagement initiatives
Social Events & Community Engagement
- Plan and execute social events, tournaments, and member engagement activities
- Coordinate events to support the new indoor facility
- Organize community appreciation events and networking initiatives
- Support membership drives and promotional events
- Work with volunteers to ensure successful event delivery
Membership & Growth Initiatives
- Support membership recruitment and retention campaigns
- Promote youth, adult, and competitive programming opportunities
- Assist in launching year-round programming promotions
- Develop community outreach initiatives targeting schools and local organizations
Project & Administrative Support
- Support communications related to the new indoor facility project
- Collaborate with the Facility Manager and Tennis Director on promotional rollouts
- Assist with reporting requirements tied to NOHFC funding
- Maintain organized event and marketing documentation
Required Qualifications:
- Recent graduate or current student in Marketing, Communications, Business, Recreation, or related field
- Strong social media and digital marketing experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Experience organizing events or fundraising initiatives
- Strong organizational and project coordination skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Passion for community engagement and sports
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in nonprofit or community organization marketing
- Experience with fundraising campaigns or sponsorship outreach
- Graphic design skills (Canva, Adobe, etc.)
- Knowledge of tennis or racquet sports
- Experience coordinating volunteers
Skills & Competencies
- Creative and strategic thinker
- Strong interpersonal and networking skills
- Event planning and coordination capability
- Comfortable speaking publicly and promoting initiatives
- Detail-oriented and deadline-driven
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media management tools
- Basic understanding of marketing analytics
What We Offer
- A dynamic leadership internship during a transformational growth phase
- Hands-on experience in marketing, fundraising, and event management
- Mentorship from experienced board and facility leaders
- Networking opportunities within the Northwestern Ontario recreation sector
- Opportunity to play a key role in launching a major community facility
- Professional development in nonprofit marketing and sponsorship development
- Competitive internship compensation through NOHFC funding
Application Process
Interested candidates should submit:
- Resume
- Cover letter highlighting relevant experience
- Three professional references
Application Deadline: August 14, 2026 Email: executive@thunderbaytennis.com
Thunder Bay Community Tennis Centre is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and community members.
