Research and Innovation Co-op Student

at  NAV Canada

Job Posting Title
Research and Innovation Co-op Student
Job Category
Employee in Training/Student
Language Requirements
English / Anglais
Flexible Work Agreement Type
Posting End Date
2024-07-01
Job Grade

STU-1

Pay Range
Commensurate with Experience / Selon l’expérience
Job Summary
We are experts in navigating Canada’s skies. Helping pilots safely cross 18 million square kilometers of Canadian and North Atlantic airspace is what we do. Enroute or at airports, in clearances or on charts, through radio signals or expertise — we’re always there.
NAV CANADA is hiring a Research and Innovation Co-op Student to join our Chief Technology Office! As a Co-op Student, you will improve your skills and gain valuable on-the-job work experience while being actively involved in research initiatives. As an organization focused on collaboration and teamwork, we provide opportunities for students to share ideas and perspectives. For NAV CANADA, the Co-op Student Program is an opportunity to identify highly skilled talent for future positions.
Job Description
Are you passionate about analyzing concepts and progressing new and innovative ideas and solutions? Do you have a knack for discovering and synthesizing knowledge to forge new ways forward? Do you want to help NAV CANADA adopt new and innovative technologies in a responsible way? Make a difference by joining our team and becoming a part of new and exciting initiatives at NAV CANADA! As the Research and Innovation Co-op student, you will be working with technology specialists, business specialists and data analysts to contribute to various initiatives that are within the scope of NAV CANADA’s Research and Development Centre. This could include research into the application of new technologies, development of technology-related frameworks and processes, and enhancing the practice of research at NAV CANADA.

This role involves:

• Researching, analyzing and evaluating the potential impacts and benefits of innovative technologies and processes.
• Contribute to the creation of concepts, frameworks and policy recommendations that help support safe, ethical, and efficient integration of emerging technologies within the organization.
• Engage with stakeholders to collect feedback and gain insights that help guide the direction of research and development.
• Documenting findings and developing guidance material.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written).
• Great organizational skills, be details-oriented, and dependable.
• Motivation to learn and gain valuable experience.
• Must be a team player.

Programs and Level:

• Graduate student working towards a degree in Innovation, Engineering, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Business Analyst, Administration, Digital transformation, or similar technical discipline.

Work Environment:

• The work is performed during weekdays in a hybrid office environment in Ottawa.
• The work term is 8 months: from Sep 2024 to May 2025.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Ability to gather and document information from multiple sources, conduct analyses, and generate actionable insights.
• Ability to identify complex problems, research and develop options and implement solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally, visually, and in writing with internal and external stakeholders.

Experience

• Previous academic or work experience in data analytics, artificial intelligence, business analysis or digital transformation is an asset.
• Knowledge of Office suite or similar
• Experience working within a team environment.

Work Environment Language

• English

Work Location:

• A minimum of 3 days per week at the office is required.
• This position is located at 280 Hunt Club Rd, Ottawa, ON.

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.
Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.
The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada.
We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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• Researching, analyzing and evaluating the potential impacts and benefits of innovative technologies and processes.
• Contribute to the creation of concepts, frameworks and policy recommendations that help support safe, ethical, and efficient integration of emerging technologies within the organization.
• Engage with stakeholders to collect feedback and gain insights that help guide the direction of research and development.
• Documenting findings and developing guidance material