Governance Intern

Company: CGL
Department: Governance and Corp. Serv
Employment Type: Student
Work Model: Hybrid (2 days in office)
Language: English is required, French is an asset.
Additional Information: This/these role(s) is/are currently vacant

The Opportunity:

We are a leading Canadian financial services co-operative committed to being a catalyst for a sustainable and resilient society and our team is essential to deliver on this strategy. That’s why we prioritize our people, to ensure we provide a strong culture and development opportunities which enables our team to thrive and to live our purpose. The best part is that you will work with people that care passionately about you, our clients and our communities.

Our Enterprise Governance Office fosters a culture of trust, transparency, and accountability, enabling Co-operators to achieve its strategic objectives while supporting directors and management in fulfilling their governance and fiduciary responsibilities. As a Governance Intern based in our Guelph office, you will gain hands-on experience supporting key governance initiatives, contributing to business transformation projects, and enhancing the processes and systems that underpin effective corporate governance.

How you will create impact:

• Support governance records management initiatives.
• Assist in the implementation and organization of a new digital governance repository, ensuring records are accurate, accessible, and appropriately maintained.
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of corporate secretariat activities.
• Provide support to various functions within the Enterprise Governance Office as required.

How you will succeed:

• You are eager to learn.
• You use critical thinking skills to recognize assumptions, evaluate arguments, draw conclusions, and proactively propose solutions.

• You are well organized and detail oriented.
• You have a proven ability to prioritize and deal with multiple tasks of varying and competing nature.

• You have the ability to work both independently and as a team member in a demanding environment.
• You have strong computing skills and are apt & quick to learn new digital tools.

Important Information:

• You must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary co-op program and eligible to complete a work term as part of your academic requirements.
• Please include your resume and a cover letter and your most recent unofficial transcript with your application.
• Duration of term: 4-month opportunity available.

What you need to know:

• You will be subject to a Background check as a condition of employment, in the event you are the successful candidate.

What’s in it for you?

• Training and development opportunities to grow your career.
• Flexible work options to support your personal and family needs.
• A holistic approach to your well-being, with physical and mental health programs and a supportive workplace culture.

Salary information​

Expected hourly range $23 - $27

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