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Government Relations Student

Hatch


Job Location:

Mississauga - Canada

Monthly Salary: $ 24 - 29
Posted: 26 August 2026 (18 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 23 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Requisition ID:100959

Job Category:Campus

Location:MississaugaONCanada

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining energy and infrastructureour 10000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe innovative and sustainable we think globally while acting you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional We look forward to hearing from you.

As part of our Shared Services group comprised of Finance Marketing Communications Human Resources Commercial Legal and Facilities we support the business achieve their goals through a range of strong technical capabilities. We ensure delivery of services through the skills of our people methodologies and systems.

Looking to take the next step in your career

Hatch is embarking on an exciting new chapter as we build our inauguralGovernment Relations practice a strategic capability that will shape how we collaborate with policymakers advance priority issues for our clients and position Hatch as a key enabler of government projects around the world. This is a unique opportunity to join a team at itsinceptionand help support its direction and impact as aGovernment Relations Student starting September 2026.

We areseekingonly the best and brightest strategic thinkers relationship builders and self-starters who are eager to learn and contribute while helping support the development of a world-class Government Relations function within a global entrepreneurial engineering and consulting organization. As part of this founding team you will gain hands-on exposure to new processes advocacy approaches and relationship-building across government and industry.

As a Government Relations Student you will be in a key support role to the Government Relations functionassistingwith the analysis of legislation and policies conducting background research on stakeholders and supporting the assessment of geopolitical political and economic trends as they relate to Hatch. You willassistin preparing Hatchs leadership for meetings with government officials and may have the opportunity to attend meetings whenappropriate. A corecomponentof your role will be to providetimelylogistical and administrative support to the function. You will also support data management efforts assistingwith the collection inputting and tracking of business intelligence in Hatchs government relations databases.

At Hatchwereentrepreneurs with a technical soul. Our flat organizational structure and spirit of entrepreneurshipmeansyour voice will be heard your ideas will matter and your contributions will influence decision-making at the highest levels.

If you possess strong organizational skills are eager to learn as part of a high-performing team and are energized by the opportunity to help build something meaningful from the ground up this role is for you. Reporting to the Director of Government Relations you will support offices globally while working from our Mississauga Ontario office location.

As the successful candidate you will:

  • Support the monitoring and analysis of legislative policy and regulatory changes
  • Assistwith the preparation of briefing notes reports and presentations for leadership
  • Support the development of advocacy strategies and campaigns
  • Coordinate and support meetings with government officials and industry associations
  • Assistwith data management byconsolidatingand tracking information from diverse sources into a centralized database
  • Support the planning and execution of events including coordinationlogistics andfollow-up activities
  • Assistwithmaintainingcompliance with lobbying and disclosure requirements

You bring to the role:

  • Currently enrolled in a Bachelors degree program in Political Science Public Policy / Government Economics Law Business Communications or a related field from an accredited University
  • Interest in government relations public policy politics or public affairs
  • Previousrelevant coursework academic projects or co-op/internship experience is considered an asset
  • Technical Proficiency: Working knowledge of Excel and data management tools; interest in CRM systems and database management; foundational understanding of macroeconomic concepts

Competencies (Knowledge Skills Attributesrequired):

  • Research & Analysis: Collect and synthesize political economic and regulatory information;assistwith tracking and reporting meetings and outcomes
  • Policy & Legislative Analysis: Support interpretation and analysis of legislation regulations and political trends
  • Networking: Support efforts to promote Hatchs brand and value proposition
  • Relationship Management:Assistwith building andmaintainingrelationships with government officials industry associations and stakeholders
  • Strategic Thinking: Support advocacy initiatives aligned with organizational objectives
  • Project & Event Management: Assist with campaigns stakeholder meetings and government relations events
  • Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills for preparing briefs reports and presentations; bilingual (English/French) considered an asset
  • Critical Thinking & Decision Making:Demonstratecuriosity and sound judgment when evaluating complex issues
  • Adaptability: Ability to learn and respond effectively in evolving political environments
  • Collaboration: Work effectively with internal teams and external partners
  • Compliance & Ethics: Interest in learning about lobbying regulations and ethical standards

Compensation:

Range: $24.00 - $29.00

At Hatch we are committed to fair and equitable compensation accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.

Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills experience qualifications and addition to base pay our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives comprehensive benefits and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

Note: Applicants mustsubmita transcript (official or unofficial) upon application.

Why join us



What we offer you

  • Flexible work environment
  • Long term career development
  • Think globally work locally

Dont meet every single requirement You dont need to. At Hatch we are building a diverse inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If youre interested in this role we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences dont perfectly align with the skills weve listed.

Were committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age race color national origin citizenship religion creed gender sexual orientation marital status disability veteran or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements please let us know. Well do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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