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SalaryDepartment: Natural Resources & Renewables
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Co-op
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date: 20-Feb-24 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
The Business Investment and Export Development Division of the Nova Scotia Department of Natural Resources and Renewables promotes the energy-related capabilities of Nova Scotia companies and develops strategic approaches to ensure Nova Scotia businesses are positioned to maximize opportunities arising from the development of the province’s energy resources.
About Our Opportunity
As a Co-op Student with the Business Investment and Export Development Division, you will help promote, market, and administer programs including the Nova Scotia Clean Economy Scholarship and Grant Program and the Energy Training Program for Students which are designed to encourage post-secondary students to pursue energy related careers.
You can expect to:
- Assist with the development and updating of promotional and marketing material
- Track, analyze, and enter data
- Assist with organizing and managing special events (trade shows, conferences, receptions, etc.)
- Communicate and liaise with Nova Scotia stakeholders in the energy sector
In addition, you will provide support and input in Divisional projects that promote the energy-related capabilities of Nova Scotia companies.
About You
You are currently enrolled in a relevant post-secondary co-op program (Public Relations, Business Administration, Commerce, Management, etc.) and returning to school full-time in the next applicable semester.
In addition to the above, the below will also be key for your success within this role:
- Interest in the energy sector
- Awareness of companies working in the Nova Scotia energy sector
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, writing and presentation skills
- Excellent analytical and computer skills
- The ability to deal with highly confidential material
Working Conditions
Normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day. May be required to work overtime, evenings and/or on occasion.
Normal office/desk environment, however may be required to stand for long periods of time when attending trade shows and Events.
Additional Information
This Department of Natural Resources and Renewables co-op term is expected to run from May 6 – August 30, 2024.
What We Offer
• Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career
- Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies
- Countless career paths opportunities
- Department specific flexible working schedules
Pay Grade:HOURLY
Salary Range:$17.34 - $28.26 Hourly
Employment Equity Statement:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
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PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.
