Co-op Student - Standards (1-year contract starting September 2026)

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At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today.

Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from every day househould items to leading edge technology-to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.

Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.

Job Summary:

Job Summary: 

CSA Group has an opportunity for a Co-op Student, Membership and Services, reporting to the Manager, Operational Excellence. 

In this role, you will primarily support projects related to process improvement opportunities and change management initiatives.   You will engage with staff and CSA members, assisting in the overall standards development processes, analyzing critical data, facilitating meetings, and learning different standard operations.  You will also provide support to other Membership functions, including member programs, committee services, and standards events.

The target start date for this role is September 2026 for a term of 12 months. Please submit a cover letter with your application and please confirm that you are able to work for the duration of 1-year starting in September, that you can commute to the Toronto (178 Rexdale Blvd) office 3 days a week, and that you are currently enrolled in school and WILL be returning after the co-op ends).

Responsibility:

As Co-op Student, the successful candidate will assist with operational activities within the membership team. Responsibilities include:

• Conducting analysis on systems and process data to support standards operations
• Assisting in process improvement and change management initiatives, including reviewing and assessing data, updating documents, facilitating internal meetings, and supporting staff training
• Assisting as needed with other standards project and program activities, including conducting research and problem-solving issues.
• Support member programs, services and events with other administrative tasks associated with member meetings, committee weeks, or standards conferences.
• Interfaces/coordinates activities with broader membership and standards development teams.

Education and Experience:

• Completion of second year or higher in an undergraduate program.
• Knowledge of process improvement, change management, and project management would be an asset.
• Working knowledge of standards development and business processes is an asset.
• Experience working with volunteers and/or multi-stakeholder groups would be an asset.

Skills:

• Excellent people skills: managing relationships, facilitating and networking with people at all levels with divergent interests and backgrounds.
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent project management, organizational and planning skills. Detail and process orientation.
• High degree of self-motivation, initiative, resilience, and adaptability.
• Demonstrated ability to be a team player.
• Strong computer skills (word processing, presentation software, project planning software, spreadsheets, etc.).
• Candidates with proficiency in French will be given special consideration.

The typical hiring range for this position is $24.60–$31.48 CAD per hour. CSA Group reserves the right to determine the appropriate level within the band based on the student’s work-term year.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

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