Closing date: October 3, 2024

Use your critical thinking skills in a fast-growing company where you can have an impact. The British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) is currently seeking an Analytics Engineer (Enterprise) Co-op Student/Intern for the Winter & Summer (January to August 2025) work terms to support the Corporate Data & Operations team. If you are a highly motivated, team player who can handle multiple projects and are interested in developing your professional career and learning more about driving sustainable growth, accelerating innovation and operating on a global scale, this is the opportunity for you!

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

BCI manages a globally diversified portfolio of assets valued at $250.4 billion and is one of Canada’s largest institutional investors. We invest globally to support pension and other funds for more than 30 clients based in British Columbia. We are proud to have been chosen as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and BC’s Top Employers. These national and provincial competitions recognize employers who offer exceptional workplaces for their employees.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

In the Data and Analytics branch, you will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and talented team of Data Engineers and Business Intelligence Engineers who form the core of our Enterprise pod. Our team members come from diverse backgrounds with a wealth of experience in data management, data warehousing, and advanced analytics.    

With a strong commitment to collaboration and knowledge-sharing, our team strives to drive innovation and deliver cutting-edge solutions for the organization.    

As part of the co-op program, you will be mentored by seasoned professionals who are dedicated to helping you grow and develop your skills, while also providing you with the opportunity to contribute your unique perspectives and ideas. Working alongside these experts, you will gain invaluable hands-on experience in the field of data engineering and business intelligence, as you tackle real-world challenges and contribute to the success of our data-driven projects.   

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

As a Co-op Analytics Engineer in the Enterprise pod within the Data and Analytics branch, you will play a crucial role in helping our team transform raw data into actionable insights and drive data-driven decision-making across the organization.    

Your responsibilities will include designing, building, and maintaining scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality and integrity, and optimizing data workflows for improved performance.    

You will also collaborate with other team members in the development of data models, reports, and dashboards, utilizing various BI tools such as Power BI to visualize and communicate complex data patterns and trends.    

Throughout your co-op, you will have the opportunity to work on diverse projects, ranging from enhancing our data infrastructure to implementing advanced analytics solutions, all while learning and applying industry best practices.    

By actively participating in team meetings and brainstorming sessions, you will contribute your ideas and insights to drive innovation and facilitate continuous improvement within the department.

Required Skills

The ideal candidate for the Co-op Analytics Engineer (Enterprise) in our Data and Analytics branch is a highly motivated, detail-oriented, and innovative individual who is passionate about data-driven solutions and insights.    

You are currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field and have a strong foundation in programming, databases, and data visualization. You possess excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen ability to think critically and creatively. As a team player with strong communication skills, you can effectively collaborate with peers and stakeholders across various departments.    

Familiarity with data engineering and BI tools, such as SQL, Data Factory, ETL processes, and data visualization platforms like Power BI, is a plus.    

Your eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies demonstrates your commitment to continuously enhance your skill set, making you a valuable asset to our team and the organization as a whole.   

WHAT WE OFFER

• Training and mentorship to develop your knowledge and professional skill sets that are required to succeed in the industry

• Be a valued part of a team and work culture that is down to earth, values your perspective and rewards transparency and accountability

• Exposure to some of the most talented, approachable, and inspiring people in the industry

• Time to connect and build your network with other interns and BCI professionals that will contribute to your professional network and future career opportunities

• Potential work term extensions and career opportunities

• The ability to opt-in for access to Dialogue, a user-friendly app that offers virtual primary care, employee and family services, and mental health supports  

• Time to connect with co-op students & interns at BCI – build your network and shared learning 

• 2 paid days per year for volunteering 

• Competitive pay: Mid / Back Office: $2,260.00 gross bi-weekly or $2,090.00 gross bi-weekly + vacation leave paid based on 6% of salary ($2,260.00 gross biweekly for those with (or working towards) a graduate degree or joining the Investment Strategy & Risk department and $2,090.00 gross biweekly for those with (or working towards) an undergraduate degree, diploma, or certificate)

THE DETAILS

• Work term: Winter & Summer (January to August 2025)

• Department: Corporate Data & Operations

• Office Location: 666 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC

• Spend your off hours exploring beautiful Vancouver

• Travel: if coming to Vancouver for this work term, BCI will provide a fixed-rate travel allowance based on your location

• This co-op/internship will need to be completed in person at our Vancouver office with the option to work one day per week from home. Please note, some positions are not eligible for hybrid work. 

HOW TO APPLY

• Apply directly to the Analytics Engineer (Enterprise) Co-op/Internship posting on our careers page https://bci.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com/BCI_Careers

• Application deadline: October 3, 2024 at 11:59 pm PST

• Please include a cover letter, resume, and transcripts (unofficial transcript will suffice)

• Note: The ability to legally work full-time in Canada for the duration of your work term is a condition of employment at BCI

At BCI, we value diversity and believe in fostering an inclusive culture where all employees can be successful.

We are performance and client focused and value integrity; if you share these values, we want to know you. 

We recognize that some skills can be learned on the job and encourage all to apply.

If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), contact us at [email protected].

We would like to hear from you!