Co-Op IT
- BC, Canada
- West Vancouver, BC, Canada
HOURLY RATE: $18.50-21.00/hour · Volunteer
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- HOURLY RATE: $18.50-21.00/hour
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Original job description
EMPLOYER: Northland Properties Corporation (NPC)
LOCATION: Support Centre, Vancouver, BC
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Co-Op
HOURLY RATE: $18.50-21.00/hour
About The Role
We’re looking for an IT Co-Op Student to join our IT team. This is a hands-on role for a student who is currently enrolled in a relevant Computer Science or Information Technology program and eager to gain practical, real-world experience working alongside our IT team.
This is a great opportunity for a student who wants to build hands-on technical experience, work on projects with real business impact, and learn directly from experienced IT professionals in a supportive, mentorship-driven environment.
What You’ll Do
Core Responsibilities
- Assist with day-to-day IT support tickets, troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues
- Help maintain and document systems, equipment inventory, or configurations
- Support setup and deployment of new devices, software, or tools for staff
- Escalate and track issues through to resolution alongside senior IT staff
- Assist with a defined project such as a system migration, tool rollout, or process documentation
- Research and help evaluate tools, platforms, or vendors relevant to the project
- Prepare summaries, documentation, or reports for the IT team
- Test and provide feedback on new systems or workflows before wider rollout
- Work closely with IT staff and cross-functional teams to understand how the department supports the business
- Participate in team meetings, check-ins, and learning opportunities
- Ask questions, share ideas, and bring a fresh perspective to existing processes
- Currently enrolled in a Computer Science or Information Technology program, working toward a co-op or internship requirement
- Previous general work experience OR relevant coursework, projects, or prior work experience in IT, software development, or a related field
- Genuine interest in learning about IT Helpdesk, Operations, Project Management, Security and other IT team functions; and how it supports the business
- Comfortable learning new tools and systems quickly, and asking questions when unsure
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented attitude
- Organized, self-directed, and comfortable working with some ambiguity
- Computer Science or Information Technology Program
- IT Security or Cyber Security Program
- Project Management or Business Analysis Program
Submission of resume does not guarantee an interview or transfer. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, provided they meet the minimal requirements of the applicable skills required. You must be legally entitled to work in Canada to apply as the employer does not have a Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) that would support a foreign worker. Applications will not be accepted via email or in person. We thank all applicants for their interest in Career opportunities with Company, however, only those applicants we wish to interview will receive a reply to their application.
NPC uses AI enabled tools to assist with application management. All hiring decisions are made by people. We do not use AI to screen, assess or select applicants for this posting. NPC is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. NPC does not discriminate on the basis of disability, veteran status or any other basis protected under federal, provincial or local laws. Accommodations are available at any stage of the recruitment process upon request. If you need support, please email humanresources@northland.ca. NPC takes seriously its obligations under the Human Rights Code
More about this job
Responsibilities
Assist with IT support tickets, troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues, maintain system documentation and inventory, and help deploy devices and tools. Support a defined IT project through research, documentation, testing, and coordination with IT staff and cross-functional teams.
Requirements
Applicants must be enrolled in a relevant Computer Science or Information Technology program and working toward a co-op or internship requirement. The role seeks someone with general work experience or relevant coursework or projects, a genuine interest in IT, strong communication and collaboration skills, and the ability to learn tools quickly and work in an organized, self-directed manner.
Skills
- IT Support
- Hardware Troubleshooting
- Software Troubleshooting
- Network Troubleshooting
- Systems Documentation
- Equipment Inventory Management
- Device Deployment
- Issue Tracking
- Project Support
- Tool Evaluation
- System Testing
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Organization
- Adaptability
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Technology
- Customer Service & Support
- Hospitality
Keywords
- IT Helpdesk
- IT Operations
- IT Support Tickets
- Hardware
- Software
- Networks
- System Documentation
- Equipment Inventory
- Device Deployment
- System Migration
- Tool Rollout
- Process Documentation
- Vendor Evaluation
- Project Management
- Business Analysis
- IT Security
- Cybersecurity
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Hospitality