Organizational Effectiveness Student

WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Group (TSX: DXT) is a leading provider of support services and infrastructure support solutions across Canada and the United States. Through our diverse businesses, we deliver facilities management, food services, remote workforce accommodations, forestry services, and other operational solutions that help organizations operate safely, efficiently, and sustainably. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities.  

That’s something we’re truly proud of. Work That Matters, People Who Care.

This temporary full-time co-op role runs for 16 weeks (January to April) and is primarily remote. If you live close to our head office in Mississauga, Ontario, you may be required to come in occasionally for team meetings or other in-person activities. The position follows standard 40-hour weekdays.

Reporting to the Organizational Effectiveness Leaders, the Organizational Effectiveness Student will support a variety of initiatives designed to strengthen employee experience, organizational culture, leadership development, engagement, and internal communications.

This is a dynamic, hands-on role for someone who enjoys variety and is comfortable moving between different types of work. One day may involve coordinating a learning program or analyzing employee feedback, while another may involve developing communications, preparing a presentation, supporting an engagement initiative, or collaborating with internal stakeholders across the business.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate the development of employee-facing communications, resources, and materials in collaboration with business leaders, subject matter experts, creative partners, and HR teams.
• Draft, edit, and distribute newsletters, campaigns, announcements, presentations, toolkits, guides, learning materials, and other employee communications.
• Support Organizational Effectiveness programs and initiatives by communicating key activities, milestones, opportunities, and outcomes.
• Gather employee feedback, success stories, and other information to support engagement, reporting, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain presentations, reports, resources, and supporting materials for Organizational Effectiveness initiatives.
• Ensure communications and materials are clear, consistent, accessible, and aligned with Dexterra Group’s corporate brand and messaging.
• Collaborate across Organizational Effectiveness and HR to ensure initiatives and communications are coordinated and aligned.
• Provide support on Organizational Effectiveness projects and priorities as required.

You have...

• Must be a college or university student and returning to academic studies upon completion of the work term.
• Enrolled in a post-secondary program in communications, business, marketing, sustainability journalism, Human Resources, or a related field with a special interest in community development, public relations and/or brand management.
• Experience in copyediting and proofreading skills adhering to Canadian Press Style. Experience with Adobe design software (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro, etc.) is an asset.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Teams, Excel, Outlook, Word, Copilot, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Meltwater, and WordPress.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite is considered an asset.
• Fluency in both the written and oral French is considered an asset but not required.

You are...

• Passionate about employee culture, engagement, and communications.
• Highly detail-oriented and committed to producing accurate, high-quality work.
• Organized and comfortable managing multiple priorities.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a dynamic role where priorities may evolve.
• Friendly and personable with exceptional internal client service skills.
• Curious, proactive, and eager to learn.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented, and remote environment.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? 

• An hourly rate of $18.00.
• Gain hands-on experience across Communications, Employee Engagement, and Organizational Development
• Receive mentorship and guidance from experienced Organizational Effectiveness professionals, while collaborating with stakeholders across the organization.
• Hands-on involvement in programs that impact culture, leadership, and employee engagement.
• Build practical experience and transferable skills that will strengthen your resume and support your future career.
• A work environment that values people, growth, and meaningful contributions.

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the hiring selection process are available upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those candidates selected for interview.

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