Co-op Student - Project Management & Enterprise Architecture

Position Title: Co-op Student - Project Management & Enterprise Architecture
Reports To: Head of Technology - Enterprise Platforms and Architecture 
Department: IT Enterprise Architecture
Term: Temporary Full-Time, Four (4) Month Contract or Eight (8) Month Contract (Preferred)
Work Term: May 5, 2025 – August 22, 2025 or December 19, 2025 (Preferred)


Work Arrangements: This is a hybrid role. You will work in our office in Waterloo, ON a minimum of two (2) assigned, consecutive days every two weeks, plus a fifth (5th) assigned day per month. You are welcome to work from the office more than the minimum requirement and there may be some roles that are required to work in our office more than the minimum requirement. 


The Opportunity: Are you ready to kickstart your career and gain hands-on experience on a dynamic and supportive team?

At Equitable, we believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for growth. As a Co-op student, you'll have the unique chance to work alongside experienced professionals who are leaders in their fields. You'll be part of a collaborative team where your contributions are valued, and you'll receive mentorship and guidance to help you develop your skills and achieve your career goals.

Come and learn about project management and enterprise architecture. The successful candidate will be able to learn what it takes to bring in new technology to an organization and build foundational project management skills. We are an organization that values diverse thinking, rewards both behaviors and delivery, and focuses on growth and continuous improvement. This role is a unique opportunity to join a team that is at the beginning of a multi-year growth plan whose work will have direct impact on company direction, our clients, and our industry. 

Now is an exciting time to join one of the Waterloo Area’s Top Employers for 2025 and Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers for 2024!


What you will be doing:

Enterprise Architecture

• Support Enterprise Architecture governance processes (tracking actions and organizing digital resources).
• Support the creation of Enterprise standards for cloud, DevOps, API and Security and other enterprise level standards.
• Contribute to the technology evaluation processes, for example, supporting Proof of Concept activities.  
• Support Enterprise Architecture leadership and our strategic objectives.
• Maintain and update records for our digital assets.
• Schedule and maintain our technology review calendars.

Project Management

• Support routine and small initiatives by building schedules, understanding action items, following up with resources.
• Work alongside Senior Project Managers to provide administrative support.
• Take meeting minutes, record action items and track to completion.

What you will bring:

• Currently undertaking a degree or diploma in a Computer Sciences program and/or related industry experience.
• Self starter, able to learn independently and have the confidence to ask lots of questions.
• Strong organizational skills and able to communicate effectively.

 What’s in it for you:

• A healthy work-life balance with employee wellness top of mind
• We value open, honest communication between team members, challenging each other to continually improve
• Employee resource groups that support an inclusive work environment
• An onsite full-service cafeteria with a variety of daily options
• Regular EQ Together events focused on company togetherness and collaboration
• Compensation package includes:

• In Lieu of Benefits – 4% added to each bi-weekly pay
• In Lieu of Vacation – 4% added to each bi-weekly pay

• Employer provided equipment
• Opportunity to participate in our buddy program dedicated to Co-op students   

As part of the recruitment/offer process you will be required to:

• Provide two professional references (minimum one supervisor and above)
• Undergo a criminal background check