Law Student

About UJA Federation of Greater Toronto

At UJA Federation of Greater Toronto, our vision is to lead the most vibrant Jewish community in North America - a community characterized by its diversity, unity, compassion, generosity and commitment to Jewish values. Together with our philanthropic, volunteer and professional leadership, we’re changing lives.

As one of North America’s leading Jewish non-profits, UJA Federation of Greater Toronto works to preserve and strengthen the quality of Jewish life in Greater Toronto, Canada, Israel and around the world. UJA advances this mission through fundraising, programs, and research focused on our strategic pillars: fighting poverty and improving well-being, growing Jewish education and identity, countering antisemitism and hate, and strengthening connections with Israel and Jewish communities worldwide.

About the Opportunity 

The Law Student will provide legal research and analytical support across various organizational initiatives, with a primary focus on the cemeteries program modernization project. Key responsibilities include conducting comprehensive research on Ontario cemetery regulations, performing due diligence on property rights and transfer mechanisms, and analyzing regulatory compliance requirements for cemetery operations. The student will draft and review contracts, agreements, and legal documentation related to property transfers and partnerships. Working collaboratively with the General Counsel and project team, the student will contribute to the development of a comprehensive business plan by providing legal analysis and recommendations on governance structures, liability considerations, and operational frameworks. This position offers exposure to charity law, real estate transactions, regulatory compliance, and strategic planning within a major community organization, providing valuable practical experience in non-profit legal practice.

Classification: Seasonal Contract (approx. 12-week contract @ $19/hour x 30 hours per week). No Benefits. 

This is a Seasonal Contract position.

This position is a collaboration with the Canada Summer Job Program. In order to qualify for this position, you must:

• Be aged between 18 and 30 years old on the start date of the job;
• Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN); and
• Be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or a person who has been granted refugee status in Canada.

International students and other temporary residents of Canada are not eligible.

At UJA we support a flexible work schedule. Engagement and connection are key to supporting the best employee experience and we want to ensure that this puts balance and well-being at the forefront of our approach to ways of working.  

Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and resume.  
Only those applicants invited for interview will be contacted. Please be advised that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of professional references and background checks including Social Media Account(s) and a Police Records Check/Vulnerable Sector Screening.   

Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility: 

UJA Federation supports a diverse candidate and employment experience. We are proud of our dynamic professional team, which reflects the diversity of the Jewish community and general community alike in Greater Toronto. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all communities. We encourage you to follow us to get regular updates on open roles. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace and believe this is essential to ensure that every member of our team can thrive. 

We adhere to barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.