Communications Associate Specialist – Launch Program 2027

About the role

Join Mastercard’s 18‑month Launch Program as a Communications Associate Specialist in Toronto. You will gain hands‑on experience in corporate communications, content creation, media relations and digital storytelling while supporting the Global Communications team.

Key responsibilities

• Support integrated internal and external communications that advance Mastercard’s business priorities and reputation.
• Create compelling content and storytelling for employees, media, customers and other key audiences.
• Assist media relations, thought‑leadership and reputation‑building programs and campaigns.
• Help deliver internal communications and employee‑engagement initiatives, including town halls, events and executive messaging.
• Collaborate across the business to uncover stories, measure communications impact and contribute to digital and social content.

Required profile

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or accelerated graduate program in Communications, Marketing, Business or related field, graduating between Dec 2026 and Jun 2027.
• Strong writing, editing and storytelling abilities with attention to detail.
• Project‑management experience and ability to partner across the organization and with external partners.
• Flexibility, adaptability and comfort working in ambiguous, fast‑paced environments.

What we offer

• Annual salary of 71,000 CAD.
• Potential eligibility for a discretionary annual incentive program and competitive pay based on location and experience.