Student and Co-op: Foreign Language Services - Ottawa, Canada - Canadian Security Intelligence Service

Canadian Security Intelligence Service
Canadian Security Intelligence Service
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Ottawa, Canada

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Deadline

Work term
:
Summer 2024

When to apply:
February 1, 2023, to May 31, 2023


Work term
:
Fall 2024

When to apply:
June 1, 2023, to September 29, 2023


Work term
:
Winter 2025

When to apply:
October 3, 2023, to January 31st, 2024


Job Summary:


The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) is looking for students who thrive on tackling diverse challenges in a unique environment.

If you are up for the challenge and want to join one of our highest performing teams, there is no doubt that your contributions to CSIS will provide a meaningful impact to our mission of helping keep Canadians safe against national security threats.

The Service is building a workforce which is representative of the Canadian society and foster diversity and inclusion.

Also, it is dedicated to establish positive policies and practices related to hiring, training, promoting and retaining designated group members ensuring that employment-related needs of all persons are reasonably accommodated.

CSIS offers opportunities to students to gain valuable experience in analysis, with the possibility to return for multiple placements.

Students will be given the opportunity to cultivate their skills and knowledge by being paired with experienced employees who will provide feedback during the work term.

They will have the opportunity to broaden their knowledge and experience before choosing a career specialization.

CSIS is looking for individuals with any of the following language proficiency:

  • Arabic
  • Mandarin
  • Russian

Students will assist with the following:

  • Research, analyze, interpret, and evaluate information using a variety of databases.
  • Interpretation or translation
  • Write factual summaries on specific issues.
  • Maintain various databases.

Education:

Currently enrolled in any graduate / undergraduate degree or college diploma programs


Experience:


  • Experience in research and writing analytical papers
  • Experience in working in a team environment. (asset)
  • Experience translating from a foreign language to English and/or French (asset)

Competencies:


  • Communication Skills (oral and written)
  • Organizational Skills / Multitasking
  • Rigour
  • Analytical skills
  • Adaptability / Flexibility
  • Ability to learn

Conditions of Employment:

Applicants must be registered as a full-time, post-secondary student in an accredited academic institution recognized in Canada.


Notes:

Applicants MUST include the following information in their cover letter in order to be given further consideration:


Name of Student:


Graduation date:


Program of Study:


Post Secondary School:


Reference Number:


  • Location of interest: Please note you can only select one (1). Available locations are indicated at the top.
  • Travel costs benefits may apply. Further information will be disclosed during the interview process.
  • Availability: What is the length of your term (4, 8, 12 or 16 months)?
  • Studies: What is your current year of study and your expected graduation date?

Tips for your Cover Letter and Resume:

  • Tell us your story: why do you want to work for CSIS?
  • Work objectives.
  • Technical abilities (where applicable).
  • Volunteer or work Experience (where applicable).
  • Projects (where applicable).
Various Language Requirements.

Foreign language evaluation tests will be administered.

At CSIS, we are not looking to simply fill student placement positions every four months. Our program is designed to identify and develop potential full-time employees.


While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, the majority of work in our organization must be done in the office and cannot be performed at home.


Reference Links:


  • Hourly salary
  • Public Service Commission Approved CO-OP (Cooperative Education)/Internship Programs

Security Requirements:


Others:


Important:

Should you require accommodation in relation to a disability, please tell us at the beginning of the selection process. This information will be kept confidential.

**We thank all applicants for their interest in CSIS. However, only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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