Co-op Student - IT Enterprise Architecture

Position Title:Coop Student Project Management & Enterprise Architecture
Reports To: Head of Technology Enterprise Platforms and Architecture
Department:IT Enterprise Architecture
Term: Temporary FullTime Four (4) Month Contract
Work Term: September 2 2025 December 19 2025


Work Arrangements:This is a hybrid role. You will work in our office in Waterloo ON a minimum of two (2) assigned consecutive days every two weeks plus a fifth (5th) assigned day per month. You are welcome to work from the office more than the minimum requirement and there may be some roles that are required to work in our office more than the minimum requirement.


TheOpportunity:Are you ready to kickstart your career and gain handson experience on a dynamic and supportive team

At Equitable we believe in nurturing talent and providing opportunities for growth. As a Coop student youll have the unique chance to work alongside experienced professionals who are leaders in their fields. Youll be part of a collaborative team where your contributions are valued and youll receive mentorship and guidance to help you develop your skills and achieve your career goals.

Come and learn about project management and enterprise architecture. The successful candidate will be able to learn what it takes to bring in new technology to an organization and build foundational project management skills. We are an organization that values diverse thinking rewards both behaviors and delivery and focuses on growth and continuous improvement. This role is a unique opportunity to join a team that is at the beginning of a multiyear growth plan whose work will have direct impact on company direction our clients and our industry.

Now is an exciting time to join one of the Waterloo Areas Top Employers for 2025 and Southwestern Ontarios Top Employers for 2024!


What you will be doing:

Enterprise Architecture

• Support Enterprise Architecture governance processes (tracking actions and organizing digital resources).
• Support the creation of Enterprise standards for cloud DevOps API and Security and other enterprise level standards.
• Contribute to the technology evaluation processes for example supporting Proof of Concept activities.
• Support Enterprise Architecture leadership and our strategic objectives.
• Maintain and update records for our digital assets.
• Schedule and maintain our technology review calendars.

Project Management

• Support routine and small initiatives by building schedules understanding action items following up with resources.
• Work alongside Senior Project Managers to provide administrative support.
• Take meeting minutes record action items and track to completion.

What you will bring:

• Currently undertaking a degree or diploma in a Computer Sciences program and/or related industry experience.
• Self starter able to learn independently and have the confidence to ask lots of questions.
• Strong organizational skills and able to communicate effectively.

Whats in it for you:

• A healthy worklife balance with employee wellness top of mind
• We value open honest communication between team members challenging each other to continually improve
• Employee resource groups that support an inclusive work environment
• An onsite fullservice cafeteria with a variety of daily options
• Regular EQ Together events focused on company togetherness and collaboration
• Compensation package includes:

• In Lieu of Benefits 4% added to each biweekly pay
• In Lieu of Vacation 4% added to each biweekly pay

• Employer provided equipment
• Opportunity to participate in our buddy program dedicated to Coop students

As part of the recruitment/offer process you will be required to:

• Undergo a criminal background check

This role is open due to an existing vacancy.

To learn more about Equitable we encourage you to explore our organization.

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