Student Employment Program 2024 - Ottawa, Canada - Senate of Canada

Senate of Canada

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Ottawa, Canada

4 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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About the Senate
The Senate plays a unique role in shaping our country's democracy.

As members of the upper house of Parliament, senators examine legislation, study public policy, champion causes and conduct interparliamentary diplomacy.

As a workplace, the Senate is composed of dynamic people representing our nation's diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives.

We are committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is provided full and equal opportunity and access to employment, development and advancement.

Build and advance your career by joining a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in support of senators and the institution.

How will you contribute?
The Senate provides a unique learning experience and opportunities for personal growth.

Students have the chance to work alongside experienced professionals while gaining insight into legislative processes, finance, developing skills in research, analysis, communications, and teamwork.

Expand your career network while working with dynamic teams, participating in challenging projects, and helping with day-to-day activities to contribute to the development of Canada's future.

The Senate offers students competitive compensation and flexible work arrangement to promote work-life balance.

Canada's 105 senators are men and women of accomplishment and experience.

They are business people and scientists, judges and teachers, athletes, community leaders and senior civil servants who use their lifetimes of expertise to ensure Parliament acts in the best interests of Canadians.

Students will have the opportunity to support the Senator's office or to work at the Senate administration.

Open to
All students enrolled or returning to full-time studies at a recognized post-secondary institution.

Prerequisites

Currently enrolled with fulltime student status in a recognized postsecondary institution;
Returning to fulltime studies in the next academic semester;
Experience working in a professional environment providing a high level of customer service;
Excellent communication skills with high standards of service, integrity and respect;
Superior level of motivation, problemsolving and collaboration skills;
Outstanding ability to take initiative, prioritize assignments and adapt quickly in a fastpace environment;
Advanced knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite;
Involvement in extracurricular activities (i.e. Coop programs, volunteering activities, etc.) is considered an asset;
Bilingualism in both official languages (English and French) is considered an asset.

Competencies
Integrity
Service
Respect
Communication
Adaptability
Judgment
Teamwork and Cooperation

Organizational Needs

The Senate of Canada is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive workplace where all employees are provided full and equal access to employment, development, and advancement opportunities.

Conditions of Employment

How to apply
Alternative selection tool methods and/or reasonable accommodation for special needs are available upon request.

Please save a copy of the notice of job opportunity. Once the closing date has passed, these documents will no longer be available.

Relocation and travel expenses incurred during this process are the applicant's responsibility.

The use of masculine gender in the text includes feminine and is used without discrimination.

The posting closes at 11:59 p.m. EST on the closing date stated above.