Co-Op/Intern/Summer Student Opportunity – Summer Term 2022

  • Location: Fredericton, New Brunswick
  • Deadline: January 23, 2022 at 4:00 pm

Co-Op/Intern/Summer Student Opportunity – Summer Term 2022

 ($16 – $18 per hour)

4 positions

Opportunities available on the Marketing, Client Engagement, Finance and Strategic Priorities teams

Proactive • Professional • Accountable • Client Focused

Opportunities NB (ONB) is New Brunswick’s lead business development corporation working with companies inside and outside the province to drive economic growth and job creation in the province.   A nimble, results-driven and client-centric organization, ONB is a Crown Corporation, strategically led by a private sector Board of Directors, made up of business leaders from New Brunswick companies and academia. ONB believes strongly in the future of New Brunswick and since its inception on April 1, 2015, has successfully been the catalyst for competitive and innovative economic growth and job creation for the benefit of New Brunswick today and for generations to come.

Recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures since 2018 and recognized as one of Atlantic Canada’s Top Employers for five consecutive years, in 2017-2021, ONB is seeking talented and motivated students from University and College for the Summer work term (May-August 2022, or any period during this time based on the post-secondary institution timelines). Join a dynamic team of business professionals who are passionate about growing New Brunswick’s economy, are committed to giving back to the community, and value making a difference.

Love where you work.  Love what you do.  Come work for us.

Who are you?

  • You have completed at least one year of post-secondary education and are returning to your program in the fall.
  • You understand the role of an economic development agency in growing the province’s economy
  • You are professional with a high degree of integrity and accountability
  • You are at your best when you are challenged and thrive on setting and meeting goals
  • You are recognized for your initiative and willingness to learn
  • You are focused and pride yourself on your attention to detail
  • You shine when you are able to effectively contribute fresh ideas and innovative solutions
  • You are skilled at effectively communicating ideas, orally, visually and in-writing
  • You value recognition, giving back to the community and camaraderie with your colleagues You work hard and are fun to have around

 

The following teams have opportunities available for the Summer 2022 term:

Team What the team is responsible for:
Marketing The Marketing and Communications team strives to help globalize the New Brunswick brand and share successes from all regions of the province. The team develops and executes upon digital and traditional marketing strategies,
manages external communications, and provides MarComm support to all internal ONB teams.
Client Engagement The Client Engagement team is responsible for ensuring ONB’s clients are supported throughout their growth and development journeys. They do this by finding strengths and identifying gaps in growth and recruitment plans, creating customized solutions for each client to optimize their growth, and helping to guide and connect employers to top talent.
Finance The Finance team encompasses Corporate Accounting, Financial Assistance to Industry and Special Accounts as well as Strategic Accounts. The team is responsible for financial reporting, financial and data analysis, operational monitoring, and ensuring financial due diligence.
Strategic Priorities The Strategic Priorities team is responsible for cultivating relationships and assessing information to identify and validate opportunities, identifying and leading key ecosystem growth and capacity building initiatives, as well as aligning internal and external partners to develop collaborative working relationships.

 

Don’t see anything that interests you this term? We encourage you to still apply and indicate your areas of interest on your application, as cross-training opportunities are available.

As a Student at ONB, you will:

  • Gain valuable work experience in one of the identified sectors
  • Support and implement at least one clearly defined project that aligns to ONB’s strategic mandate
  • Have the opportunity to cross-train in at least one other job function
  • Participate in weekly ONB student professional development and training
  • Expand your network and create meaningful connections in a collaborative work environment

Operational requirement:

All roles are based out of our Fredericton Head Office. Work hours are 8:15am – 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday.

How to apply?

  • Please ensure that preferred language for assessment is identified on your resume All applications must include the following:
    • Cover letter indicating your preferred area(s) of work (see opportunities above). Please note that you may be invited for an interview for a different work area than you indicated o Resume
    • Most recent transcript

Please submit your application by e-mail to HumanResources@onbcanada.ca or by mail to the following address by January 23, 2022 indicating competition number: R50-2021/22-1359.

Opportunities New Brunswick

Employee Experience

4th floor, 250 King Street

Fredericton, NB E3B 9M9

We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.