About the role#
The Woodlands and Sawmill Division is looking for a student to join our Human Resources team for the Summer 2027 term. This role provides hands-on experience by supporting various administrative, safety, and HR tasks. You will work on projects that contribute to our daily operations and gain exposure to different areas of our business.
What you'll do#
- Assist with full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates.
- Partner with Hiring Managers to evaluate candidate suitability.
- Coordinate new hire orientations and various training courses.
- Help document safe work procedures.
- Lead and complete assigned special projects.
- Support the team with various administrative tasks and ad hoc requests from different departments.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a Business Administration or Human Resources program with good academic standing.
- Ability to work as a self-starter who is punctual, consistent, and flexible.
- Strong attention to detail and a goal-oriented mindset.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and excellent typing abilities.
- A preference for working in a team environment.
Location & details#
- Positions are available in Sussex and Saint John, New Brunswick.
- This is a full-time, on-site, paid Summer 2027 work term.
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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