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Accounting
AbCellera – Accounting Co-op
We are a young, driven and innovative company looking for a highly motivated Accounting Assistant Co-
Op to join our Accounting team for an eight (8) month co-op term. AbCellera believes we can tackle the
most challenging scientific problems through teamwork, innovation, and mutual support. If you are a self-
motivated and creative problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, we'd love
to hear from you.

Working closely with your colleagues on the Finance team, you will be primarily responsible for
contributing to the management of our accounting processes and performing routine accounting
procedures. You will work with the broader AbCellera team to ensure our policies and procedures, as
they relate to Finance, are maintained to support our continued growth.

How you might spend your days:

• Contributing to monthly and quarterly financial reporting rhythms, including monthly


accounting entries for routine accounting areas
• Assisting with monthly and quarterly close processes including various reconciliations
• Contributing to maintaining AbCellera's financial records in compliance with company policies
and US GAAP
• Interacting and maintaining positive relationships with colleagues that will provide the
opportunity to understand how the business works
• Assisting with external auditor requests for period end reporting requirements
• Assisting on additional duties that may be deemed appropriate to the overall Accounting
functions
• Attending AbCellera wide learning and information sessions

We'd love to hear from you if:

• You are working towards a degree in Business, specializing in accounting and/or finance
• You are working towards an accounting designation or thinking about the prospect
• You are a goal driven individual seeking out continuous improvement opportunities
• You are a flexible and dynamic individual who is able to adjust and prioritize accordingly to
adapt to business demands and requirements
• You are a personable, adaptable and proficient team player
• You demonstrate behavior of transparency, accountability, agility and learning from others
• You have excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• You have an interest in the biotech industry and are curious to learn

About AbCellera:
At AbCellera, we're solving tough problems and creating innovative solutions from the ground up - custom
immunizations, microfluidics, high-throughput imaging, genomics, computation, machine learning and
laboratory automation - revolutionizing how our scientists can mine natural immune systems to discover
new antibody therapies, and the scale at which they can do it. This is life-changing research and you
could be a part of it.

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You'll join a diverse and multi-disciplinary team of accountants, administrators, biologists, biochemists,
engineers, computer scientists, and physicists - all working together to bring better therapies to patients.
We're a growing company with a high-throughput pipeline and the drive to be the best in the industry. This
isn't just about having the best technology, it's also about having efficient and seamless operations based
on teamwork and cutting-edge tools. We know we need a world-class team of visionaries and innovators
across the entire organization. We look for people with drive and energy. Idealists. People we love and
people we trust. This may be unconventional, but it is the key to our success. We're looking for someone
like you to support, nurture and organize our efforts along the way.

To apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter by 11:59pm PST. In your cover letter, please include
answers to the following questions:

Why do you want to work at AbCellera?


What in your previous experience has prepared you to work here?

We look forward to receiving your application! You will be notified if you are selected to proceed to the
interview stage.

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Finance
Providence Health Care – Finance Assistant
Providence Research
Providence Research is the research partner of Providence Health Care. As a teaching hospital affiliated
with the University of British Columbia and Simon Fraser University, PR provides services for researchers
and research centers with the common goal to improve the health of our community.

JOB SUMMARY:
To assist Providence Research finance team with finance and administrative related duties.

WORK PERFORMED:

• Assisting in preparing payment requests to various organizations and institutions


• Invoice collections and follow up
• Scanning, photocopying and filing of financial records
• Working with both UBC, PR and PHC accounts
• Preparing and processing requisitions including purchase orders, internal transfers, and other
expense claims
• Monitoring financial transactions for all research and operating accounts using Peoplesoft and
Workday to ensure expenses are within budget allocation
• Assisting in reconciliation of monthly ledgers and preparing financial reports; Preparing documents for
accounts receivable invoices
• Tracking internal and external invoices, processing payments, and initiating follow-up action as
required
• Setting up research accounts and following up to resolve problem accounts
• Auditing/coding payment requests for accuracy and in accordance with institution policies.
• Creating deposit documentation for incoming payments
• Maintaining financial transaction and supporting documentation files
• Extracting data and preparing financial and statistical data and materials for reports
• Performing other office related duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2nd or 3rd year Arts or Bachelor of Business students.


• Experience with databases and excellent customer service experience preferred.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS:

• Attention to detail required.


• Good with numbers.
• Quick learner.
• Effective oral and written communication, organizational, multi-tasking, problem-solving and
interpersonal skills needed.

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Finance
BCGEU – Finance Clerk Co-op

Job description:

• Will be required to perform a variety of duties within the Finance Department. Such duties may
include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Processing expense claims to ensure compliance with financial policy
• Coding expense claims
• Reviewing leave of absence computer data to ensure proper coding
• Processing leave of absence billings for accuracy and completeness
• Running and balancing monthly leave of absence reports
• Processing vendor invoices and matching invoices to purchase orders to ensure proper authorization
• Preparing non-government sector dues summary, processing payroll, preparing and reconciling
monthly payroll analysis
• Preparing payroll-related remittances, printing reports and cheques, preparing journal entries
• Reconciling account balances to supporting detail or sub-ledgers, filing, preparing monthly and year-
end component financial records
• Assisting non-accounting staff/members with a variety of issues related to the above
• Other accounting and secretarial duties as required.

Applicants should have:

• A good working knowledge of basic accounting procedures and/or payroll


• Keyboarding 40 - 50 wpm
• Good working knowledge of Word and Excel
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics GP (Great Plains) or a similar accounting software
program

Hours of work are 32 per week, four days.


Number of openings: 1

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MIS
Sierra Wireless - Product Management Position
Sierra Wireless, recently acquired by Semtech, is an Internet of Things (IoT) solutions provider with its
main offices located in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada. We sell mobile computing and machine-to-
machine (M2M) communication products that work over cellular networks, 2G, 3G, 4G and 5G mobile
broadband wireless routers and gateways, modules as well as software, tools, and services. Semtech
Corporation (Nasdaq: SMTC), is a high-performance semiconductor, IoT systems and Cloud connectivity
service provider dedicated to delivering high quality technology solutions that enable a smarter, more
connected and sustainable planet. For more information, visit www.sierrawireless.com and
www.semtech.com.

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Equity and Diversity


At Sierra Wireless diversity is valued and celebrated. We strive to foster an inclusive organization. As a
proud equal opportunity employer, we welcome people of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or
disability status to grow their careers here.

Job Summary

We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic and collaborative Product Management, Co-op to join the
AirLink Product Management team. This team is responsible for our Sierra Wireless' 5G AirLink®
solutions - router hardware, embedded software (including advanced network management) and cloud
software and services. We are focused on providing mission critical 5G connectivity to key verticals such
as industrial, public safety and utilities. We are building solutions that enable our customers in the
transformation to a smarter and more sustainable planet.

You will play a key role interfacing with functional areas of the company (Operations, Finance, Sales,
Engineering) and our customers, assisting with product lines for deployment in the harshest mission
critical environments.

You will be responsible for the definition of hardware and software elements of the AirLink 5G Router
portfolio. Listening to customers, assisting with driving the product vision, developing requirements,
guiding product development and championing new product commercialization.

This position will be located at our Richmond, BC headquarters and will have a hybrid work arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the product management team that is responsible for the hardware, embedded software
and cloud platform of AirLink 4G & 5G gateways and routers.
• Develop an understanding of target markets and competitors.
• Develop an understanding of the completive environment across the wireless landscape and provide
insight into key market trends.
• Research new technology trends and analyze benefit to the AirLink portfolio.
• Assist with defining and documenting user stories and product requirements based on regular
customer and partner engagement, competitive analysis, and deep understanding of technology
market trends.
• Assist in the development of product positioning messaging with marketing and sales enablement
teams.

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• Assist with product market research, business intelligence insights and the definition of customer
adoption metrics.
• Conducting datasheet/website content reviews.
• Basic product ownership tasks such as creating Jira/Aha! Reports, field trial support, data analysis,
building and maintaining dashboard, updating documentation, and creating and reviewing bulletins

Required Education, Experience & Skills

• Pursuing an MBA, Master's or Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Data Science, Finance,
Marketing, Science, or Engineering.
• Strong analytical skills with experience conducting market research
• Excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently to develop key concepts and execute them.
• Experience interacting with customers
• Desired Education, Experience & Skills
• Understanding of technology platforms and knowledge of wireless networking technologies and
ecosystem (customers, carriers, partners).

What We Offer
Our people are friendly, collaborative, and like to share their ideas and knowledge with one another. This
creates an amazing environment where we learn from each other and innovate together.

Our Richmond headquarters offers a subsidized cafeteria, free parking, and free shuttle service from
Skytrain. We also host various social and cultural events throughout the year where we come together to
have fun and celebrate. Within our Global Inclusion and Diversity Program, our Employee Resource
Groups provide opportunities for our people to support and champion Women in Tech, Pride at Sierra,
Emerging Professionals, and Mental Health Awareness.

If you like working with a successful team, are looking for competitive salary, and the opportunity to
represent a recognized and innovative brand, we'd love to have you join our team!

How to Apply
Please submit your application through your school's co-op job portal. If you are a job seeker with a
disability and you need individualized support during the application or interview process, please leave us
a note on your application form.

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International Business/Marketing
Birkenstock - Online Marketing Intern
BIRKENSTOCK is a global lifestyle brand that stands for quality, function and well-being in a very
comprehensive sense. The historical roots of the traditional family business can be traced back to the
year 1774. The product range now ranges from sandals and closed shoes to accessories, natural
cosmetics, beds and sleeping systems. With over 5,500 employees, BIRKENSTOCK is the largest
employer in the German shoe industry. BIRKENSTOCK is represented at 16 locations in Germany.
BIRKENSTOCK has its own sales companies in Europe, Asia and America.

For a period of 6 months we are looking for your support on-site at our location in Munich Intern (m/f/d)
Online Marketing Europe - SEA & Paid Social

YOUR TASKS:

• SEA, Display & Paid Social Media – you support our online marketing team for Europe on all of
these marketing channels.
• As a creative mind, you support the team in developing ads for Facebook, Instagram and
Pinterest.
• Search engine ads: this is where you dive in and are supported by keyword research.
• Are numbers your thing? Great, because marketing also means data and performance
measurement. You will therefore help us with data maintenance and optimization and create
reports and ad-hoc analyses.

YOUR PROFILE:

• Ongoing bachelor's or master's degree, e.g. in communication design, communication, media or


economics, alternatively you are currently between a bachelor's and master's degree and are
looking for an opportunity to gain initial / further professional experience
• Basic knowledge of (online) marketing, e-commerce or web analysis as well as marketing tools
(e.g. Google Ads, Meta Business Manager or Productsup) are a plus
• Team player with very good logical and analytical skills, hands-on mentality and strong
communication skills
• Fit in Excel and PowerPoint
• Very good written and spoken English skills, German skills or knowledge of another European
language are an advantage

WE OFFER YOU:

BIRKENSTOCK offers you all the advantages of a successful, fast-growing, global company: a dynamic
work environment, a great deal of creative freedom, an authentic and open corporate culture, and
excellent development opportunities. Sounds exciting? It is. We look forward to receiving your online
application, stating your salary expectations.

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Human Resource
Fisheries and Oceans Canada– Human Resources Assistant
About us:
The Human Resources Operations, People and Culture team at Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
specializes in Resourcing, Recruitment, and Employment Equity, within BC and Yukon. We are looking
for a motivated student to bring their skills, enthusiasm and diverse voice to our team.

We pride ourselves on being an inclusive barrier free employer where all employees are supported. We
welcome ALL students.

We are committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We
promote employment equity and encourage you to self-identify when you contact us.

Note: Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents who meet the job
requirements.

You are:

• A student with good judgement and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• You have strong attention to detail and you're willing to learn from and support a diverse team of
individuals.
• You enjoy working in a team to achieve common goals.
• You are an adaptable self-starter who prides themselves on excellent client service.
• You are an effective communicator who shares and collects information.
• Finally, you're a quick learner who thrives in a fast-paced environment!

You will:

• Support projects related to human resources, such as, recruiting and staffing services.
• You will improve organizational efficiencies utilizing innovation, creativity and analytical skills.
• You will be working in a fast-pasted environment and you'll get to learn about the different staffing
methods within the Government of Canada!

The Human Resources Operations, People and Culture team at Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO)
specializes in Resourcing, Recruitment, and Employment Equity, within BC and Yukon. We are looking
for a motivated student to bring their skills, enthusiasm and diverse voice to our team.

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Operations Management
Microserve – Jr. Application Services Analyst
About us:
At Microserve, we are an industry leader in providing technology solutions to public and private sector
clients across Western Canada. Headquartered in Burnaby, BC, with offices in Halifax, Victoria, Calgary,
and Edmonton, we employ over 550 team members and are one of the largest technology solutions
providers, recognized for our ability to deliver and innovate to meet the changing needs of our clients. Our
team members work in a hybrid environment with a blend of days in-person and work from home.

Position Overview:
Microserve is looking for a Jr. Application Service Analyst to join our team in Burnaby. This is a co-op
position providing support and assistance with maintaining our custom-built internal software tools,
business specific applications and reporting. A junior IT 'handyman' with a passion for creative problem
solving, should have writing advanced/ complex SQL queries, some dot NET programming experience,
web development experience preferably with PHP and a passion for solving problems.

Responsibilities:

• Provide support for custom developed business critical applications


• Maintain and develop custom built internal software tools, reports and process automation
• Support in creating and maintaining SQL database queries and SQL Reports
• Conduct application testing, engage users for acceptance testing, collect and summarize test data
• Create and maintain job schedules, job tracking, client communications, team communications, Web
reports, and other documents that may be required
• Coordinate project activities with stakeholders
• Assist in creating organized and informative system documentation, including details of application
configuration and installation
• Participate in meetings to prioritize and initiate changes proposed by departmental leads

Required Qualifications:

• Up to 2 years of experience providing technical or application support will be considered an asset


• Customer service experience and mindset
• Experience designing and maintaining SQL queries and SQL Reporting Services, PowerBI an asset
• Intermediate to Advanced Microsoft Excel skills - data analysis with Pivot tables for example
• General interest and experience in programming with troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Great problem solver and critical thinker
• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to support a wide range of customers with varying
technical expertise
• Ability to translate technical complexity into easy-to-understand instruction communicated over the
phone and in writing
• Enjoy working with people and sharing knowledge
• Experience working with APIs/REST/SOAP, HTML/CSS/XML/JSON, MS SQL Server or
mySQL/Oracle databases
• Practical experience with PHP, C#, HTML/CSS/JavaScript

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Strategic Analysis
BC Ministry of Children and Family Development – Policy Analyst
JOB OVERVIEW
The Procurement Strategy Project is revitalizing the way that MCFD procures, administers, and manages
service provider contracts to better serve children, youth, and families. In this role, you will support policy
analysis, policy advisory services and the evaluation of issues impacting the Ministry's business by
conducting reviews of core and Ministry policy on procurement practices.

ACCOUNTABILITIES
Required:

• Provides research, statistical and analytical services by estimating timelines, selecting research
methodology, determining resource requirements, providing advice, preparing reports and forwarding
results to the Manager for review.
• Conducts research using established methodologies and techniques such as surveys, data reduction,
scaling and literature reviews.
• Identifies and collects qualitative and quantitative data from established information sources such as
BC Stats or pursues new information sources relating to relevant issues.
• Reviews and verifies the value and accuracy of information, and defines relationships, differences
and anomalies in information sources.
• Conducts information analysis involving demographic, economic, social, and political factors and
identifies emerging issues, trends and/or implications.
• Reviews and interprets research studies in order to produce summary reports and conclusions.
• Coordinates, collects, and maintains electronic data using statistical/database software packages.
• Contributes content to the development of strategic plans, meeting backgrounders, notes for the
Minister, and Cabinet submissions.
• Develops descriptive reports and presents diverse issues using statistical summaries, fact sheets,
discussion papers and briefing notes that are subject to review by the Manager.
• Participates in joint projects with stakeholders, inter-ministry partners, and consultants by attending
planning meetings, documenting project plans, gathering information and preparing summary reports.
• Prepares follow up information in response to inquiries and requests for information requiring detailed
research, analysis and interpretation of program/ministry issues.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Current studies include business administration, public administration, or a discipline related to the
business area or equivalent (no formal work experience required);

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BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Analytical Thinking is the ability to comprehend a situation by breaking it down into its components
and identifying key or underlying complex issues. It implies the ability to systematically organize and
compare the various aspects of a problem or situation, and determine cause-and-effect relationships
("if...then…") to resolve problems in a sound, decisive manner. Checks to ensure the validity or
accuracy of all information.
• Concern for Order reflects an underlying drive to reduce uncertainty in the surrounding environment.
It is expressed as monitoring and checking work or information, insisting on clarity of roles and
functions, etc.
• Information Seeking is driven by a desire to know more about things, people or issues. It implies
going beyond the questions that are routine or required in the job. It may include "digging" or pressing
for exact information; resolution of discrepancies by asking a series of questions; or less-focused
environmental "scanning" for potential opportunities or miscellaneous information that may be of
future use.

Qualifications

• Current studies include business administration, public administration, or a discipline related to the
business area or equivalent (no formal work experience required)
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Ability to work well in a diverse team environment
• Self-directed and strong work ethic
• Organized and proactive
• Commitment to ongoing learning and development

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Innovation & Entrepreneurship

TD Bank Group – Innovation Consultant

TD Description
All companies are not the same. What makes TD special as a business is also, what makes us special as
an employer.

Why TD?
TD's Colleague Promise: A better you. A better us.
A more confident you means a stronger us. We empower you to grow your skills, gain new perspectives,
and create impact at work and in your community. That's our unique and inclusive culture.

Department Overview
TD's Digital Strategy, Innovation and Payments group focuses on accelerating TD's innovation agenda to
position TD for the future. The team is comprised of 4 pillars: Digital Strategy, which connects Line of
Business strategies to ensure we have an Enterprise Digital Strategy that positions TD to win in the
market; Enterprise Payments, spanning strategy through to large-scale execution of payments initiatives;
Enterprise Innovation & Design, which steers our innovation agenda and leads the Design Center of
Excellence; and finally External Ecosystems, which leverage partnerships and strategic relationships
across industry ecosystems

From business planning to product innovation, distribution strategy to digital delivery, TD Innovation
Acceleration and TD Product Management embodies every aspect of product development and
deployment, end to end. Individually and collectively, it's our challenge and privilege to grow customer
loyalty, new client acquisition and help build the better bank with industry-leading products.
Co-op and Internship opportunities allow you to gain valuable work experience across a number of the
businesses at TD. You will work with experienced colleagues, receive world class training, and be part of
a community of students across TD, where you will have an impact, grow as individual and experience
our culture of care.

Our Co-op/Intern Programming is offered with select Co-op and Internship roles and is designed to help
you better understand the TD business, build on critical career capabilities, and broaden your
professional network. This program is designed to complement your on-the job experience and features:

• Leadership talks with key Leaders from across the organization


• Lunch and Learns on topics such as Innovation
• Diversity and Inclusion and Personal Branding and so much more

Job Description
We are looking for a Consultant Intern/Co-op to join TD's Innovation Acceleration team to assist with the
research, product development, innovation and change management of upcoming concepts and proof-of-
concepts developed by TD's Enterprise Innovation team. The general accountabilities of this role may
include, but are not limited to the following:

• Support as business lead / change owner / product owner in the training and rollout of the Proof-of-
Concepts coming out of the TD Innovation Lab and Senior Executive Team [SET] Innovation Forum
(e.g. develop training / communication materials, host discussions, coordinate between various team
members, record minutes that may be used for official record keeping)

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• Support the governance processes (e.g. Innovation Review Council), onboarding and liaison with
control partners in the support of new Innovation Proof-of-Concepts and Ventures
• Support in the development and rollout of Innovation Showcases
• Support in the activities to drive Innovation Acceleration - (e.g. develop and enhance TD's delivery
framework for accelerated projects)
• Support the development of strategic documents around topics related to Web 3.0, spatial computing,
emerging commerce models etc.
• Support publication of weekly / monthly competitive intelligence to instigate disruptive thinking within
the Enterprise.

Job Requirements
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree in Business, Digital Strategies, Commerce or related field;
with the intent of going back to school at the start of your work term
Any of the following preferred skills will be an asset:

• You have a background or interest in applying current and future technologies to solve customer
problems within financial services, retail or service industries.
• You are a strong storyteller with a demonstrated ability to translate advanced topics in a clear and
concise manner.
• You have managed events, coordinated or lead projects.
• Knowledge of JIRA / Confluence an asset
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of products (Teams, Word, PowerPoint, Excel,
Outlook).
• Previous experience in a retail or financial services industry is an asset.
• Knowledge of the principles in process engineering / 6-Sigma is an asset.

Additional Information
Please note that this is a general posting. If you are selected for an interview, more information regarding
which business group and the specific job duties will be provided.

• This position is a 4-month work term.


• Applications must include a transcript, cover letter (one letter-sized page or less) and a resume
(maximum of 2 pages).
• We welcome all applications; however, we will only contact qualified candidates chosen for an
interview. Thank you for your interest.TD requires employees to reside in the country where the role
is located, irrespective of remote working arrangements. TD is committed to providing you with the
best candidate experience and internship in these unique circumstances. As such, work location and
start dates are subject to change.

Inclusiveness
At TD, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and
customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects
the diversity of our customers and communities in which we live and serve. If you require an
accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or
accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let us know and we will work with you to
meet your needs.

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Please note that these samples have been shared by employers associated
with Beedie Co-op for educational purposes only. These job postings were
previous authentic opportunities.

DO NOT COPY

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