Co-op Student - Standards Development, Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (4-6 Month Contract)

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At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today.

Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from every day househould items to leading edge technology-to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact.

Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.

Job Summary:

This position is available as a 4-Month or 6-Month Contract

CSA Group has an opportunity for a Co-op Student - Standards Development, Energy Efficiency & Renewables. Reporting to the Program Manager, Energy Efficiency and Renewables, you will assist Project Managers and interact with industry experts, academia, researchers, and government officials to support the development of leading-edge standards solutions.

The Energy Efficiency and Renewables standards team manages a portfolio of standards and guidelines that cover subject areas including energy efficiency of building energy systems, residential equipment and appliances, HVAC systems, lighting systems, and industrial equipment as well as performance and safety of Wind turbine, Solar PV, Marine energy, Solar thermal, and Ground source energy. Many of these standards are referenced in regulations.

The target start date for this role is May 2025, for a term of 4 or 6 months. Please submit a cover letter with your application and indicate the work term duration for which you are available.

Responsibilities:

As a Co-op Student, the successful candidate will assist with standards development activities within the program. Responsibilities include:

• Lead process improvement initiatives to support the program, such as optimizing data collection, analysis, and reporting systems.
• Assist in preparation and maintenance of project documentation such as meeting notices, agendas, draft minutes, work schedules, comment tables, committee membership lists, draft standards, ballot records, etc.
• Assist in scheduling and convening of in-person and/or virtual meetings.
• Disseminate and maintain committee documentation and correspondence.
• Follow up with members on action items and handle action items assigned to CSA staff (within scope of responsibility).
• Assist as needed with other project and program activities related to strategic initiatives, and conduct related research as needed.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Completion of second year or higher in an undergraduate program.
• Preference for students in a related technical field such as renewable energy or energy systems; engineering disciplines such as civil, mechanical, chemical, and electrical; business and/or management.
• Knowledge of standards, government policy, and energy sector landscape would be an asset.
• Experience working with volunteers and/or multi-party groups would be an asset.

Skills:

• Excellent people skills: managing relationships, facilitating and networking with people at all levels with divergent interests and backgrounds.
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent project management, organizational and planning skills. Detail and process orientation.
• High degree of self-motivation, initiative, resilience, and adaptability.
• Demonstrated ability to be a team player.
• Strong computer skills (word processing, presentation software, project planning software, spreadsheets, etc.).
• Candidates with proficiency in French will be given special consideration.

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CSA Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on any grounds stipulated by applicable laws. We are an organization where opportunities are based on skills and abilities, and differences are respected and valued. Please contact us at talentacquisition@csagroup.org if you require accommodation in the interview process.