Intern - Office Move Assistant

At FIRST Insurance Funding of Canada (FIRST Canada), we are proud to promote a workplace that fosters growth and innovation. We employ a dedicated team of enthusiastic individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment. Our open concept and creative culture fosters team work and presents opportunities for growth within the organization. FIRST Canada is an affiliate of Wintrust, a financial services company with more than $66 billion in assets.

Join the FIRST Insurance Funding of Canada (FIRST Canada) team.

We are a multi-year Globe and Mail / Morneau Shapell Employee Recommended workplace with an award-winning culture.

We have a dedicated team of enthusiastic individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, fast-paced environment.

We support work / life balance and promote growth-from-within opportunities.

Why join this team?

• We have a culture that encourages an entrepreneurial spirit
• We offer multiple opportunities for development and upward mobility
  

Position Summary

We are seeking a reliable and organized Temporary Office Move Assistant to support our office relocation and ongoing logistics needs through January 2027. This is a full-time, fully in-office position during regular office hours. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting with packing, loading and unloading shipments, moving boxes and office materials between locations, and unpacking and organizing items.

The ideal candidate is dependable, physically capable, detail-oriented, and comfortable performing hands-on work and with minimal supervision. This is a full-time position based in the Toronto office, with on-site attendance five days per week. The role is not part of the company’s hybrid work arrangement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Pack office supplies, equipment, documents, and other materials for the office move
• Label and organize boxes to ensure items are easily identified and located
• Load and unload shipments, boxes, supplies, and office materials
• Move boxes and materials between the old and new office locations
• Receive and organize deliveries and shipments
• Unpack boxes and place items in their designated locations
• Assist with organizing and setting up office spaces
• Handle office equipment, furniture, and materials carefully to prevent damage
• Maintain clean and organized work areas throughout the relocation process
• Assist with general office logistics and other moving-related tasks as required

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Required

• Previous experience in moving, warehouse, delivery, logistics, general labour, or a similar role is an asset
• Comfortable performing physical work throughout the workday
• Able to safely lift, carry, load, and unload boxes and office materials
• Reliable, punctual, and dependable
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Able to follow instructions and complete tasks efficiently
• Careful when handling office equipment, furniture, and supplies
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Professional and positive attitude
• Able to adapt to changing priorities and timelines
• Ability to perform essential shipping and workplace duties, including the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Training / Education / Experience Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent
• Full-time, temporary position through February 2027
• Fully in-office
• Monday–Friday during regular office hours
• Primarily based at the office, with work taking place between the current and new office locations as required

Compensation:

The hourly rate for this role is $20.00/hour to $23.00/hour

AI Disclosure:

No AI technology is used in the recruitment process

Vacancy Status:

This position is an existing vacancy that is actively being filled

Immigration Assistance/Sponsorship:

FIRST Canada does not provide immigration assistance or sponsorship for this position, now or in the future.