Development Services Co-op Student

Hourly Rate: $23.50 

Status: Full-Time, 12-month term, expected start date January 4th, 2027

Work environment: Hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days WFH). Employees must be available to work in office five (5) days a week to meet business requirements.

Number of positions available: 1

WHY CALGARY AIRPORTS

Powered by heart and dedicated to excellence, we’re the team that keeps Calgary connected – and you could be our newest member.

We’re in the business of uplifting people, and every day, we create runways to new places and possibilities, building a better airport experience for everyone.

WHAT’S THE TEAM LIKE

Our team’s core strengths lie in managing multiple initiatives through the Construction and Installation Permit process, leveraging our strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure success. We take pride in being a high-performing, collaborative, and supportive team that values our role within the organization. Equally important, we foster a relaxed and collegial work environment - one that’s guided by approachable leadership and grounded in mutual respect.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the Development Services team with various projects, initiatives, and day-to-day activities.
• Assist with project coordination, documentation, tracking, and general administrative activities.
• Support the preparation and organization of project information, reports, presentations, and other materials.
• Participate in meetings, site visits, and other activities to gain exposure to development and construction projects.
• Provide general support to the team based on evolving departmental priorities and business needs.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING

• To qualify for a Co-op position, you must be enrolled in a post-secondary program (BBA, BComm or equivalent) that requires a work term as a formal component of the curriculum, and you must provide documentation confirming that the work term is an academic requirement. 
• You’ll need to be eligible to obtain and maintain a RAIC, don’t worry – we’ll help you through this! For more details, check out: RAIC Program and Application Information. 
• Solid proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• A curious, proactive attitude and a willingness to learn new tools and tasks. 
• Strong organizational skills as well as excellent written and verbal communication
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships, and respond to stakeholders with professionalism and care.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a drive to deliver results.

WHAT ADDITIONAL SKILLS ARE AN ASSET

• Bilingual in English and French.

• Previous work, co-op, or academic experience related to construction, development, engineering, planning, real estate, or project coordination.
• Familiarity with technical drawings, construction documentation, or development processes.
• Comfortable working with project information, documentation, presentations, and other tools to support team activities.

WHAT DOES DIVERSITY MEAN TO US

We are committed to building a team where exceptional leadership shines and our crew thrives both at work and at home. We believe that deliberate steps such as creating a workplace that is physically and psychologically safe, equitable to all, and actively and diligently taking steps along the path to reconciliation are the keys to making this a reality.

OUR VALUES

We prioritize genuine concern and compassion for everyone we engage with, from our team members to our partners and guests, always striving to help and support one another.

We actively seek diverse perspectives in our decision-making and collaboratively tackle challenges.

We work together with trust and transparency, supporting one another to achieve the collective goals of our organization.

We grow, evolve, and adapt with purpose, continually aligning our actions with our vision.

We embrace curiosity and boldly challenge the status quo, exploring new opportunities and taking thoughtful, responsible risks that drive purposeful innovation