Government Relations Intern

What the Intern Will Achieve


* Contribute to building a structured Government Relations storyline by priority sector in Canada, linking policy challenges to business opportunities


* Help articulate key policy priorities, economic implications, and Schneider Electric's role by sector


* Enable more consistent and efficient engagement through reusable briefings, talking points, and narratives


* Strengthen the team's ability to anticipate and respond to policy developments with business-aligned insights


* Gain experience at the intersection of public policy, business strategy, and executive engagement

Key Responsibilities


* Analyze legislation, budgets, and policy announcements across key sectors (energy, electrification, digital infrastructure)


* Translate policy developments into clear business implications and opportunities


* Support development of sector-specific Government Relations narratives


* Draft concise executive briefings, backgrounders, and talking points


* Build and maintain a repository of reusable messaging and briefing materials


* Create templates, trackers, and formats to standardize outputs and improve efficiency


* Support strategic initiatives, including policy positioning and stakeholder mapping

Skills & Profile


* Currently enrolled in or recently graduated (2025 or later) in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, or a related field.


* Strong understanding of public policy and regulatory environments


* Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, actionable insights


* Excellent writing skills in English and French


* Autonomous, resourceful, and able to work with limited direction


* Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities


* Curious, proactive, and motivated to connect policy with business impact

What Success Looks Like


* Delivers high-quality, executive-ready briefings


* Brings structure and reusability to GR content and outputs


* Identifies relevant policy developments and their business impact early


* Becomes a trusted support across Government Relations and Strategy teams

Ready to gain experience that matters? Join us and take the first step toward an exciting career!

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