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Intern - Governance, Risk & Compliance

CompanyThinkon Inc
LocationEtobicoke
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 3, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The GRC Intern will support the organization's Governance, Risk, & Compliance initiatives by assisting the team in maintaining and strengthening compliance and security programs. Key duties include supporting security assessments, policy documentation, coordinating audits, and contributing to continuous improvement and awareness initiatives.
Internship Type
intern
Salary Range
CA$20 - CA$20
Company Size
183
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
ThinkOn, Inc. is a cloud solution provider with a global data center footprint, focused on empowering you to do whatever you need to do with your data. Consider us your dedicated department of data-obsessed experts. We will protect your data like it's our own, making it more resilient, secure, actionable, and searchable. ThinkOn works with a trusted ecosystem of top technology partners to provide creative, turnkey Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), DRaaS (Disaster Recovery-as-a-Service), and BaaS (Backup-as-a-Service) solutions and data management services that are fast, flexible, scalable, highly secure, and cost-effective. We like to keep things simple and predictable—especially our pricing. Because no one likes unpleasant surprises—in their infrastructure or their invoice. Not to brag, but we are VMware Verified, a VMware Sovereign Cloud Partner, a Veeam Platinum Partner, a Dell Technologies Platinum Partner, and comply with ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, SOC 2 Type 2, PCI DSS, and hold a PBMM Framework Agreement. . With cloud locations across Canada, the US, The Bahamas, Australia, and the UK, ThinkOn is the only Canadian cloud service provider capable of offering complete data sovereignty to the Government of Canada.
About the Role

The GRC Intern will support the organization’s Governance, Risk, & Compliance initiatives, assisting the GRC team in maintaining and strengthening ThinkOn’s compliance and security programs. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in information security, risk management, and compliance activities.

Please note that this listing is for a current vacancy at ThinkOn. We are looking for qualified candidates who are eager to contribute and grow with us. If you're interested in this opportunity, we encourage you to apply soon, as we are reviewing applications on a rolling basis. 

You Will:

  • Assistin administration, management, and reporting for security assessments and ongoing compliance monitoring across various frameworks.
  • Support the development, documentation, and dissemination of information security policies and procedures.
  • Coordinate meetings with subject matter experts andassistwith follow-ups for internal and external audits.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and related follow-up activities.
  • Contribute to security investigations, training, and awareness initiatives as needed.

You Have:

  • Actively pursuing abachelor's or master'sdegree in computer science, Information Security, Network Engineering, or related field.
  • Interest in governance, risk, and compliance, and eagerness to learn in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proficiencyin MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Basic understanding of Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) and related policies and procedures.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with a proactive approach.
  • Problem-solving mindset with strong troubleshooting abilities.
  • Flexible, adaptable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to prioritize and manage changing workloads effectively.

About ThinkOn Inc. | Where Data Thrives:

Founded in 2013, ThinkOn is a managed infrastructure services provider (MISP) with a global data center footprint, focused on empowering partners to do whatever they need to do with their data. ThinkOn’s team of data-obsessed experts protect clients’ data like it’s their own, making it more resilient, secure, actionable, and searchable. ThinkOn is Channel First and works with a global network of value-add resellers and managed service providers to provide creative, turnkey Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Disaster Recovery-as-a-Service (DRaaS), and Backup-as-a-Service (BaaS) solutions and data management services that are fast, flexible, scalable, highly secure, and cost-effective with predictable pricing and no hidden fees. ThinkOn has data centers located across North America, the United Kingdom, Australia, and the Caribbean.

Recognized for its substantial growth and global success, ThinkOn has been named to several notable lists, including The Globe and Mail’s Report on Business ranking of “Canada’s Top Growing Companies” (2021 and 2022), the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 (2021 and 2022), the Deloitte Technology Fast 50 (2021), CIOReview’s “Most Promising Backup Solution Provider” (2021), the Canadian Business “Growth List,” and Channel Daily News’ “Top 100 Solution Providers” (2021).

ThinkOn is headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. To learn more, visit www.ThinkOn.com

Accessibility Accommodations:

ThinkOn is committed to a workforce that is reflective of diverse populations. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and accessibility standards across Canada, ThinkOn provides accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive, equitable, accessible, and adheres to our corporate values.

Learn more about our corporate values at www.ThinkOn.com/values/.

Key Skills
GovernanceRiskComplianceInformation SecurityRisk ManagementSecurity AssessmentsCompliance MonitoringPolicy DevelopmentDocumentationAuditsContinuous ImprovementSecurity InvestigationsTrainingAwarenessMS OfficeAnalytical Thinking
Categories
Security & SafetyTechnologyData & AnalyticsConsultingAdministrative