Marketing Intern
Location: Sydney, Nova Scotia
Term: Work-Term, until the end of December 2026
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Anticipated Start Date: September 21, 2026 (estimated)
Are you creative, curious, and excited to turn ideas into content that people actually want to engage with? Do you enjoy learning new things, taking on challenges, and figuring out how to make an impact?
At Protocase Inc. and 45Drives Ltd., we're looking for a Marketing Intern to join our team in Sydney, Nova Scotia. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience across several areas of marketing while contributing to real projects that support our companies and their growth.
You won't just be watching from the sidelines. You'll have the opportunity to create, research, organize, experiment, and help tell the stories behind our people, products, and companies.
This position might be right for you if you're interested in...
Getting Hands-On Marketing Experience: Work across multiple marketing channels and gain practical experience you can take with you throughout your career.
Creating Content That Matters: Help us share company news, develop social media content, and tell stories about what's happening across Protocase and 45Drives.
Exploring New Ideas: Research products, capabilities, audiences, and opportunities, then help turn what you learn into tangible marketing tactics and strategies.
Working With a Collaborative Team: Join a marketing team where curiosity, creativity, initiative, and a willingness to learn are valued.
About the Role
As our Marketing Intern, you'll support the Protocase and 45Drives marketing team across a variety of projects and channels.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Supporting internal marketing and communications, helping company news get shared through channels such as Workvivo, company TVs, and more.
- Helping create and coordinate social media content.
- Assisting the team with event logistics.
- Providing behind-the-scenes administrative support for podcast production.
- Supporting other marketing initiatives and day-to-day projects as needed.
- Taking ownership of marketing projects related to specific product lines and capabilities, including researching opportunities and developing practical tactics and strategies that can help drive company growth.
About You
At Protocase and 45Drives, aptitude and attitude matter to us. We're looking for someone who brings energy, curiosity, and a willingness to jump in and learn.
You might be a great fit if you:
- Have a degree or diploma in Marketing or a related field, or have relevant experience and/or a strong interest in marketing.
- Are a strong communicator.
- Are naturally curious, creative, and eager to learn.
- Have excellent computer skills and are comfortable learning new technology.
- Have experience or comfort using AI tools — this would be a major asset.
- Have experience with Canva or similar creative tools — an asset.
- Are organized and have strong attention to detail.
- Can follow instructions while also being a self-starter.
- Enjoy taking on challenges and working with speed and purpose.
- Are a good team player who brings a humble and hungry mindset.
About Us
Established in 2001, Protocase Inc. combines advances in software with innovative manufacturing techniques to provide custom manufacturing solutions to engineering, design, and research organizations. Our customers range from innovative startups and research institutions to some of the world's best-known technology and aerospace organizations.
45Drives Ltd. takes a different approach to data storage. By combining open-source software with powerful hardware, 45Drives develops storage and infrastructure solutions that give customers greater control over their data without locking them into proprietary ecosystems.
Together, we're a group of people who like solving difficult problems, building useful things, and continually finding better ways to serve our customers.
Compensation
This internship offers a base wage of $19 CAD per hour, with the opportunity to earn additional incentives based on performance. Incentives are tied to project execution, campaign support, and measurable contributions, allowing interns to increase their earnings through strong engagement and results. This structure is designed to reward initiative while providing meaningful, hands-on experience.
Why Us?
Even though full benefits only kick in with a permanent role, interns still enjoy the best parts of our culture—and if we’re a great fit, a full-time role could be your next step.
Available to Interns
- Training, mentorship, and leadership exposure
- Social events, team celebrations, and community engagement
- Recognition culture—great work is noticed
- ️ Local discounts at shops & restaurants
- Cape Breton-inspired people-first culture
- Compensation that reflects your experience
If You Join Us Full-Time
- Medical, dental, life insurance
- ️ Vacation starting at two weeks, increasing with tenure
If you're ready to bring your energy, creativity, and curiosity to a marketing team where you'll have the chance to learn by doing, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today to join Protocase and 45Drives as our next Marketing Intern!
