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For more information, visit WPP.com \nFor more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.\nMore about the role:\nReady to skip the typical intern coffee runs and jump straight into work that actually matters? At Burson, we don’t just “do PR” - we shape conversations, influence behaviours, protect reputations, and build campaigns that spark change across social, digital, and traditional channels - in Canada and globally. 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The next? You’re tracking a news announcement, pitching journalists or researching an emerging reputational issue. 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