Intern – Needs Assessment Researcher

The Legacy Fund for the Environment is dedicated to protecting nature by preserving biodiversity and addressing climate change. The organization supports citizen‑led environmental legal actions and empowers the public through education and awareness of environmental laws and legal remedies.

Job description :

As a Needs Assessment Research Intern, you will support a project aimed at evaluating client needs, satisfaction and expectations across Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue. The goal is to produce a report for the Board of Directors to improve organizational processes and strengthen future initiatives.

Specific Working Conditions:

Paid internship
Compensation: $20/hour
Schedule: 30 hours/week
Duration: May 25 to July 24, 2026
Primarily remote work
1–2 field visits (2–3 in‑person interviews)

Responsibilities :

Organize and conduct semi‑structured interviews (online, phone and in person)
Assess client needs, experiences and satisfaction
Accurately record and manage data while ensuring confidentiality
Follow interview protocols to ensure neutrality and consistency
Track weekly progress and report key findings to supervisors
Participate in training sessions and team meetings
Contribute to continuous improvement of evaluation practices

Candidate profile :

Student or graduate in environment, communications, sociology, management or related field
Strong command of French and English
Excellent listening and communication skills
Knowledge of qualitative research methods and thematic analysis
Experience in report writing and outreach (phone/email)
Experience designing or conducting surveys (priority)
Organized, motivated and comfortable working remotely
Driver’s license (asset)

Eligibility – Canada Summer Jobs

Aged 15–30 at the start of employment
Valid Social Insurance Number
Canadian citizen, permanent resident or refugee
Not concurrently employed under another Canada Summer Jobs placement

Benefits :

Paid internship
Hands‑on research and evaluation experience
Flexible and remote‑friendly work structure
Direct contribution to environmental protection
Development of transferable research and analysis skills

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Intern – Needs Assessment Researcher