About the role#
This is an 8-month co-op position starting in January 2027. You will manage your own area of responsibility while receiving support from a supervisor and technical mentor. This role is based in Calgary, Alberta, and requires you to work on-site.
What you'll do#
- Support the National Supply Chain team with master data management and vendor management programs.
- Coordinate the vendor review process and collect feedback from stakeholders.
- Research market data for purchasing and subcontract administration proposals.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts to turn technical details into proposal content.
- Create and update purchasing templates and standard documents.
- Analyze policies and procedures to recommend improvements.
- Organize and maintain documentation on the internal SharePoint site.
- Assist with meetings by tracking action items and reporting requirements.
- Analyze spend data, vendor utilization, and market data for strategic sourcing.
- Support the National Fleet Management team with fleet and fuel programs.
- Participate in internal and external meetings regarding fleet initiatives.
- Help document fleet processes, procedures, and training materials.
- Develop internal communications related to fleet management.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in Supply Chain, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related program.
- Completion of at least one semester of school after the internship ends.
- A GPA of 3.0 or higher.
- Proficiency with Canva.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships.
- A sense of urgency and a commitment to achieving goals.
- A collaborative attitude and the ability to work well in a changing environment.
- A current transcript must be included with your application.
Location & details#
- Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
- Term: Winter 2027 (8 months).
- Modality: On-site.
- Employment type: Full-time paid internship.
About Bird Construction
Bird Construction is a Canadian company that provides construction and maintenance services. It operates across industrial, infrastructure, and building markets. The firm handles projects ranging from new construction and retrofits to industrial maintenance and mine support. It employs over 3,600 people and maintains offices in major geographic markets across Canada.
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