Intern, People and Culture

Job Description

WHO WE ARE?

The future is bright for tennis in Canada, and you will be right in the middle of it all at Tennis Canada A national sport organization with a mission to lead the growth of tennis in Canada and a vision to be a world-leading tennis nation, Tennis Canada seeks to grow participation across the country and develop champions on the international stage. Tennis Canada also owns and operates the world-class National Bank Open presented by Rogers tournaments in Toronto and Montreal, two of the best-run sporting events on the planet which annually bring the globe's best tennis players to Canada and continue to break attendance records year on year. In recent times, Canadian tennis has enjoyed many historic achievements, including winning the Billie Jean King Cup in 2023 and Davis Cup the year before, the world's largest team sports competition. Join us as we look to build on this exciting momentum and continue to produce incredible results. We are a team of innovators, who are passionate about our work and pursue excellence together everyday.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR?

Intern, People & Culture

Reporting to the Sr. HR Generalist, this position is responsible for supporting recruitment, Onboarding, HRIS data management and providing administrative assistance to all members of the team. This role is a vacant seasonal position.

• Provide support on a variety of ongoing or new HR projects and initiatives - may include the development of company job description creation/updates, policies and procedures development, and outlining company benefits within the orientation procedure for New Hires
• Assist Recruiter and Sr. HR Generalist with the recruitment process - screen resumes and application forms, schedule interviews and conduct reference checks for final candidates
• Perform administrative tasks such as employee filing, updating Human Resources bulletin boards and organizing online people & Culture SharePoint structure
• Work in close association with Payroll on administration of new hires, processing of terminations & timesheet approvals
• Maintaining and organizing electronic and physical documents, files, and records.
• Participate in and support company Wellness initiatives, including active involvement in the Recharge Program.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

WHO YOU ARE?

• Must be currently enrolled in a Human Resources Management or a related post-secondary program
• Preferred previous experience working within a HR department, preferably within the Sports industry
• Preferred working towards CHRP designation
• Bilingualism (French/English) is considered an asset

WORKING CONDITIONS

• 4-month fixed term contract from May to August 2026
• Hybrid remote office schedule
• Hours of work are Monday-Friday 9am-5pm with some evenings & weekend leading up to and during the National Bank Open presented by Rogers
• Reporting location is Sobeys Stadium at 1 Shoreham Drive, North York, ON
• Application period is from February 16th to March 8th, 2026

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Join the team that's making Canadian tennis history.
• Be behind the scenes of the National Bank Open.
• Work in a dog friendly environment.
• Benefit from a generous organisation that truly cares about its employees.

Tennis Canada utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) technology as part of our application screening process to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our recruitment efforts by analyzing applications to identify candidates whose qualifications and experiences align with the requirements of the position.

Tennis Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity and inclusion. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible work environment where every team member feels valued, respected, and supported. We strive to build a team that reflects a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process upon request.