About the role#
The Human Resources Co-op Student supports the administration and coordination of daily HR activities. This position focuses on improving HR processes while providing hands-on experience in operations and organizational development. You will work under the guidance of the HR Manager and HR Coordinator.
What you'll do#
- Support core HR processes including onboarding, off-boarding, and scholarship programs.
- Identify and develop process improvements and create new work instructions.
- Perform routine transactions in the HR system for job changes and terminations.
- Run regular and ad-hoc HR reports as needed.
- Own, complete, and present a term-length project.
- Coordinate meetings, training sessions, and events.
- Draft and send organizational announcements regarding arrivals, transfers, and company initiatives.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a College or Bachelor’s degree program for Business Administration or Human Resources.
- Good academic standing.
- Completion of at least one prior internship or work term in a business or HR-related role.
- Proficiency with MS Office, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of HRIS systems.
- Strong communication, presentation, and time management skills.
- Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid position for the Winter 2027 term.
- The role is based on-site in Dieppe, New Brunswick, or Toronto, Ontario.
- Co-op fee reimbursement is available for eligible students.
About J.D. Irving, Limited
J.D. Irving, Limited is a family-owned company founded in 1882. It operates across Canada and the United States in sectors including forestry, shipbuilding, retail, and food processing. The company maintains head offices in Saint John and Moncton, New Brunswick. It employs over 10,000 people across its diverse business segments.
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