Junior Operations Management Associate | Co-op | Winter 2027
- Halifax, NS, B4A 1E5, Canada
Applications open in a new tab.
Job details
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Location: Bedford, Nova Scotia (On-site) Term: Winter 2027(January 5th - April 27th) | Full-time, 40 hours per week Program of Study: Industrial Engineering
Education Level: Undergraduate students enrolled in an eligible co-op program
We are looking for a curious, analytical, and proactive student who enjoys solving problems and finding better ways of doing things.
As a Junior Operations Management Associate, you'll apply lean management and process improvement principles to real business and technical challenges. You'll work with different teams to analyze workflows, identify inefficiencies, and recommend practical improvements.
What You'll Do
- Analyze business and technical workflows to identify bottlenecks, waste, and improvement opportunities.
- Apply lean principles and process mapping techniques to improve efficiency and quality.
- Collect and analyze operational data using spreadsheets and other digital tools.
- Investigate problems, identify possible causes, and recommend practical solutions.
- Prepare clear process documentation, reports, and presentations.
- Collaborate with different teams, learn new tools, and take initiative on assigned projects.
What We're Looking For
- Strong analytical, numerical, and logical problem-solving skills.
- Curiosity about how processes work and how they can be improved.
- Basic understanding of lean management, operations research, or process improvement.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and common digital tools.
- Resourcefulness, initiative, and the ability to learn and adapt quickly.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and attention to detail.
- A willingness to take ownership of tasks and turn ideas into practical results.
Bonus Points: Experience with process mapping, data analysis, pivot tables, software testing, or projects demonstrating problem-solving and continuous improvement.
What You'll Gain
Hands-on experience in Lean management, operational analysis, process improvement, and technology consulting while contributing to meaningful business outcomes.
The role is only open to students of:
- Dalhousie University
How to Apply
Submit your resume & any relevant academic, personal, or volunteer projects demonstrating your analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Apply: www.contentbloom.com/careers
This position is subject to applicable co-op eligibility and funding requirements.
More about this job
Responsibilities
You will analyze business and technical workflows to identify bottlenecks and waste while applying lean principles to improve efficiency. Additionally, you will collect operational data, investigate problems, and prepare documentation and reports to support process improvements.
Requirements
Candidates must be undergraduate students enrolled in an Industrial Engineering co-op program at Dalhousie University. You should possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with familiarity with Microsoft Office tools and lean management concepts.
Skills
- Industrial Engineering
- Lean Management
- Process Improvement
- Workflow Analysis
- Data Analysis
- Process Mapping
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Problem Solving
- Operational Analysis
- Technical Documentation
- Reporting
- Teamwork
- Communication
Visa sponsorship
Not detected in the job text
Categories
- Engineering
- Management & Leadership
- Consulting
- Data & Analytics
Keywords
- Industrial Engineering
- Lean Management
- Process Improvement
- Workflow Analysis
- Operations Research
- Data Analysis
- Process Mapping
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Operational Data
- Bottleneck Analysis
- Continuous Improvement
- Software Testing
- Pivot Tables
- Technical Consulting
- Co-op
- Undergraduate