Summer Internship - Maintenance​/Cook

At More Than a Roof Housing Society (MTR), our mission is simple yet profound: bringing people home. Every day, we have the privilege of creating spaces where individuals not only find shelter but experience belonging and community. With over 2,000 people already calling our homes their own—and with more joining us every day—we are looking for passionate, purpose-driven individuals who share our heart for transformation.

If you’re ready to make a lasting impact and help others find their way home, we invite you to join us. More Than a Roof is a faith-based ministry, guided and operated by those who are mature in the Christian faith.

Purpose: These summer internship positions are funded under the Canada Summer jobs program. Multiple internship positions are available in functions of maintenance and apprentice cook. To meet the site management needs at the affordable housing community and to serve our tenant population both practically and personally to provide inclusion, community and a sense of belonging while upholding the mission, vision and values of More Than A Roof.

Report to:
Building Manager/Supervisor

Full Time: 35 hours/week

Duration: 8 weeks contract over the summer

• Assist Maintenance managers in repairs, maintenance of units and building upkeep
• Janitorial responsibilities
• Maintenance records and assist in maintenance activities

• Assist in our Community kitchen, food prep
• Assist with events related meal planning and kitchen assistance
• Preference will be given to those currently pursuing a culinary program

Multiple positions are available at various downtown Vancouver locations.

These are Canada Summer Jobs funded positions. Candidates must qualify under below criteria to be eligible to participate -

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period
• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment and
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations

MTR employees work closely with members in the vulnerable sector, both within our client base and with the general public. There may be exposure to abuse (verbal or physical), encounters with individuals in unsanitary conditions, and interactions with individuals experiencing emotional issues or vicarious trauma.

We thank all candidates for their interest in More Than a Roof, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.