Co-Op Student - SIS Performance and Analytics
- Calgary, AB, Canada
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Job Title: Co-Op Student – S&IS Performance & Analytics Date Posted: October 30, 2026 Closing Date: November 16, 2026 Job Type: Student Category: Internal/External Opportunities
Location: Calgary
Powering a bright future starts with you!
At AltaLink, people are at the heart of our success. We are a team committed to doing the right thing for each other and our customers. We foster an environment that is inclusive, collaborative and high performing and we value personal accountability. Our people are empowered to continuously improve, deliver outstanding customer service and make a meaningful impact every day. We embrace the unique identities, experiences and perspectives of our workforce, reflecting the communities where we operate. Everyone at AltaLink can expect to work in a safe, respectful environment where trust and commitment are at the core of how we operate.
Oh, and, what do we do?
We power Alberta! Our transmission lines deliver electricity to millions of Albertans 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When you’re on our team, you’re supporting Alberta’s homes, farms, businesses and industries by providing the safe, reliable and affordable electricity they rely on. Whether working in the field or in the office, every AltaLinker contributes to keeping the lights on. Want to join our team? We’re excited to share that we are hiring a Co-Op Student to join the Performance & Analytics team.
Note: The start date for the positions is September 2027. The length of the term is 12 months until August 2028.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Director, S&IS Business Office, this role will assist the team in providing support to the Security & Information Services group, and its internal business partners. The position will provide vacation coverage, and work on special assignments. The successful candidate will gain experience in a corporate environment, working with many different business functions across the organization.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct research as required for business case development and analysis.
- Assist the team with the development of reports, budgets, and forecasts, preparing variance assessments during monthly and quarterly financial cycles.
- Collaborate with team members in the creation & tracking of performance metrics, identifying trends, and potential recommendations for improvement.
- Develop presentations, spreadsheets, and documentation to support team members & annual goals as required.
- Assist in documenting department processes across functions, supporting team members in efficiency analysis and improvement recommendations.
- Maintain records ensuring proper storage and quality.
- All candidates must demonstrate key behaviors and meet identified expectations outlined in our four cultural pillars – one team, continuous improvement, customer focus and personal accountability.
Qualifications:
- University student who has completed at least 3 years of study towards a Bachelor of Commerce degree.
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office including Word, PowerPoint and Excel SharePoint administration is an asset.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities in serving a wide variety of functions.
- Strong financial, organizational, and time management skills preferred.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interface with team members and customers to promote positive customer outcomes.
- Proven track record of good attendance and job performance.
Notes:
Candidates chosen for interviews will be asked to provide their unofficial transcripts.
Internal candidates can submit their resume internally via https://referrals.workable.com/altalink/jobs/
External candidates can submit their application via Workable externally at AltaLink - Current Openings (workable.com).
AltaLink employees should be aware that we may contact your manager during the selection process. Some positions may require job specific assessments, regular criminal record checks, additional AltaLink training, medical assessments, annual drivers abstract, and drug tests. Please contact the Hiring Manager or Recruiter for further clarification if required.
We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with AltaLink, however, only candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.
When you submit a job application to AltaLink, it will be accessible to AltaLink personnel involved in AltaLink’s hiring processes and the information will be used for recruitment. In addition, AltaLink relies on qualified third parties to assist in the hiring process and your information may be provided to them for this purpose. By submitting your job application, you agree to the use of your personal information for these purposes.
At AltaLink, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fair employment practices, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, family status, source of income, sexual orientation or any other category protected by applicable provincial or federal law.
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Responsibilities
The student will assist the Security & Information Services group with business case research, financial reporting, and budget forecasting. They will also support the team by documenting processes, tracking performance metrics, and preparing presentations to support annual goals.
Requirements
Candidates must be university students who have completed at least three years of a Bachelor of Commerce degree. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, along with excellent analytical and communication skills are required.
Skills
- Research
- Business case development
- Financial reporting
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Variance assessment
- Performance metrics
- Trend analysis
- Presentation development
- Process documentation
- Efficiency analysis
- Microsoft Office
- Excel
- SharePoint
- Analytical skills
- Communication
Benefits
- Onsite parking
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Categories
- Data & Analytics
- Finance & Accounting
- Energy
- Administrative
- Technology
Keywords
- Performance & Analytics
- Business Case Development
- Financial Cycles
- Variance Assessment
- Performance Metrics
- Efficiency Analysis
- Microsoft Office
- Word
- PowerPoint
- Excel
- SharePoint
- Data Analysis
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Process Documentation
- Corporate Environment
- Security & Information Services
- Business Office
- Research
- Reporting