Center Coordinator's Assistant, Amal Center for Women
Application deadline: August 12, 2026
Last updated: July 21, 2026, 6:14 p.m.
About the host organization
The Amal Center for Women is a Montreal-based nonprofit dedicated to supporting marginalized women and families through culturally sensitive, trauma-informed psycho-social services. Since our founding in 2004, we have empowered thousands of Muslim, BIPOC, immigrant, and refugee women by helping them overcome challenges such as domestic violence, poverty, and mental health issues. At Amal, our mission is to create a community where every woman and girl can live free from violence, poverty, and fear.
Responsibilities
Work with the Center Coordinator on the following:
- Fundraising
- Grant research and grant writing
- Event management
- Human Resources tasks
- Organizing shared drives
Assets and requirements
You must be a Concordia student enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program through the fall 2026 term.
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills; bilingualism (French/English) is a strong asset.
- Availability: Flexible and reliable; able to commit to 2 to 3 shifts per week (including 2 times evenings/weekends during events).
- Problem-Solving & Research: Creative problem-solver with strong research skills to help find grants, resources, or community solutions.
- Organization: Excellent time-management skills. Diligent with work tasks.
- Interpersonal Skills: Friendly, approachable, and passionate about fostering an inclusive, creative community space.
Duration
September 8, 2026 - November 27, 2026 (12 weeks)
These dates could be negotiated between the intern and the host organization. Internships might be renewed for up to 3 terms if that is of interest to both the student and the host.
Location/site of employment
- Site of work: Hybrid
- Address(es): 860 Decarie Blvd, Saint-Laurent, H4L 3M1
Note: Interns are invited to come work at SHIFT's co-working space (LB-145) between 10-4 throughout the work week.
Working style
Independence: This role offers a balance of independent work and guidance. Students will have opportunities to take ownership of their work while receiving support as they build confidence, develop new skills, and contribute to the organization's work.
Support: You'll have scheduled opportunities for guidance and feedback, with additional support available as needed.
Hours
120 hours total, 10 hours a week
Remuneration
$2,500
Please note that payments are made as awards, sent in 2 installments.
To apply
Please submit the following by August 12, 2026:
- Resume
- Cover letter
About this internship
This opportunity is part of the Community-based internship program, which connects students with organizations driving social change across Tiohtià:ke/Montréal, through a partnership with the Office of Community Engagement and SHIFT Centre for Social Transformation.
Note to candidates
Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by the host organization. If you have any questions or accessibility requests about the application process, please reach out to shinling.low@concordia.ca.
