Peer Support Program Assistant Intern - Edmonton

Peer Support Program Assistant Intern (Paid)
Full Time: Anticipated length May-August

Why STARS
At STARS, we come to work every day with a purpose…to save lives. Whether you work in the aircraft or at one of our six bases, everyone at STARS plays a vital role in helping to provide critical care, anywhere. Since flying our first mission in 1985, we have never lost sight of what is most important – our VIPS, or Very Important Patients. Each year, we fly over 3,000 missions, providing world-class critical medical care whenever and wherever we are needed, and every team member contributes to helping that VIP. We are a lifeline to the community when time and clinical expertise can make all the difference.

We are currently looking for a Peer Support Program Assistant Intern at our Edmonton base in the Safety department.

While you may not be flying the helicopter or providing patient care, as a member of STARS’ Safety team, you will play an important role in STARS’ life-saving mission. Be part of something bigger. Be part of our team.

Key Responsibilities:
Data Collection, Tracking & Reporting (40%)

• Support refinement and ongoing maintenance of data tracking systems (usage, themes, onboarding status, training completion, trends of organizational peer support program)
• Compile and organize qualitative and quantitative data for internal program review
• Assist in preparing the annual evaluation report by summarizing de-identified data and key insights
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy standards in all data handling

  Change Management & Program Development Support (35%)

• Assist in developing onboarding materials, orientation session content, and education resources for peer supporters
• Help coordinate quarterly peer team meetings, including agenda preparation, logistics, and documentation of shared outputs
• Support the development and distribution of communication materials in collaboration with Communications & Marketing (e.g., Pulse content, posters, lanyard campaign)
• Contribute to the awareness and engagement campaign to increase program visibility across the organization

  Administrative & Organizational Support (25%)

• Help track milestones against the project timeline and ensure deliverables remain on schedule
• Support documentation of referral pathways, psychologist roster updates, and activation tier revisions

Qualifications & Requirements:

• New grad or current student enrolled in a post secondary institution, preferably majoring in Psychology, Social Work or Education with a focus on personal well-being and mental health
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a mature, professional, and calm demeanor
• Advanced time management skills, ability to thrive with multiple priorities of focus

What we offer:
At STARS, every day we come to work with a purpose, to save lives. Maybe that’s your purpose too.

When you join STARS, you become part of a community that knows we’re stronger together. It takes a team to deliver the highest standards of care, and we need you to help us be our best.

Elevate your career. Be part of something bigger. Be part of STARS.

How to Apply/ Deadline to apply:
If you are the person we are looking for and would like to make a difference with your career, please make sure to apply by closing date: April 6, 2026

Want to learn more?
Looking to support life-saving missions from a business perspective? See how our Corporate Services team helps STARS run efficiently and effectively.

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