Human Resources Co-op (12-Month Paid Internship – Recent Graduate)

This 12-month paid internship is designed for a recent graduate seeking to build foundational Human Resources experience within a dynamic, fast-paced organization.

Reporting directly to the Talent Operations Director, this role is based in-office at our Mississauga Headquarters. The Human Resources Co-op will gain exposure to a broad range of HR functions including recruitment, HR administration, talent initiatives, and special projects. While the role will support various business operations across the organization, responsibilities will grow progressively as capability, confidence, and business understanding develop.

This is an opportunity to build practical, hands-on experience within an international company, with structured exposure and increasing responsibility over time.

What You'll Be Involved In

Recruitment & Staffing Support (Primary Focus)

As part of the development plan for this role, the Co-op will progressively be involved in:

• Supporting end-to-end recruitment coordination.
• Drafting and posting job advertisements across platforms.
• Screening resumes and assisting with initial candidate shortlisting.
• Coordinating interviews (scheduling, logistics, confirmations, virtual links, room bookings).
• Maintaining accurate recruitment trackers and candidate records.
• Conducting candidate follow-ups to ensure a professional and transparent recruitment experience.
• Assisting with offer letter preparation and pre-employment documentation.
• Supporting onboarding logistics to ensure a smooth new hire experience.
• Participating in university recruitment initiatives, career fairs, and early-career programming.
• Supporting relationship-building efforts with universities and external recruitment partners.

Overtime, the expectation is that the individual will develop the capability to independently manage recruitment coordination processes with appropriate guidance.

HR Systems, Administration & Reporting

As knowledge and proficiency increase, responsibilities will expand to include:

• Supporting day-to-day HR administration activities, including employment documentation, onboarding packages, and employee file maintenance.
• Maintaining accurate employee data in Workday and internal tracking tools.
• Assisting with HR reporting and recruitment metrics.
• Preparing standard employment letters and HR documentation.
• Ensuring strict confidentiality and accuracy in all employee data handling.

The goal is for the Co-op to build strong foundational HR operational knowledge and systems proficiency.

Talent, Training & Emerging Programs

With exposure and guidance, the Co-op will be involved in:

• Coordinating training sessions and learning initiatives.
• Tracking and recording training completion in the HRIS.
• Supporting administrative aspects of performance management cycles.
• Assisting with early-career and emerging talent initiatives.

Employee Engagement & Culture

• Assisting with coordination of engagement initiatives and internal communications.
• Supporting culture-building and employee experience activities.
• Contributing ideas to enhance employee engagement efforts.

HR Projects & Special Initiatives

As the internship progresses, the individual will be increasingly involved in:

• Supporting HR special projects such as diversity initiatives, talent management programs, retention initiatives, and workforce planning exercises.
• Assisting in the development and refinement of HR templates, trackers, and process documentation.
• Supporting HR audits and compliance reviews.
• Contributing to continuous improvement of recruitment and HR administrative processes.

Compliance & Policy Support

• Assisting in maintaining compliance with employment legislation and internal policies.
• Supporting documentation and reporting requirements related to HR governance and compliance.

ACCIONA Knowledge & Ambassadorship

• Developing a strong understanding of ACCIONA’s HR frameworks, policies, and culture.
• Acting as a professional and positive ambassador when interacting with candidates, employees, and external stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

• Recent graduate (Bachelor’s degree or diploma) in Human Resources or a related field.
• Previous HR internship, co-op or work experience is an asset.
• Strong interest in recruitment and HR operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling confidential information.
• Eagerness to learn and grow into increasing levels of responsibility over the course of the internship.

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This role offers an annual base salary of $55,600 CAD, with compensation determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

ACCIONA is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe that our differences strengthen us and that we should reflect the communities we serve in our workforce.

We are also committed to creating an accessible and barrier‑free recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and we will provide accommodations throughout the hiring process upon request.

If you require a disability‑related accommodation at any stage in the recruitment or selection process, please contact Jeremy Lawson jlawson@acciona.com. We will work with you to meet your needs.