Co-Op Student, Records and Information Management (RIM)

Contract up to 4 months starting May 2026

Metrolinx is connecting communities across the Greater Golden Horseshoe. Metrolinx operates GO Transit and UP Express as well as the PRESTO fare payment system. We are also building new and improved rapid transit including GO Expansion Light Rail Transit routes and major expansions to Torontos subway system to get people where they need to go better faster and easier. Metrolinx is an agency of the Government of Ontario.

At Metrolinx equity diversity and inclusion are essential to living our values of serving with passion thinking forward and playing as a team.

Our Records and Information Management (RIM) Office within Procurement Servicesis looking for a CO-OP Student to support the planning and implementation of various projects initiatives and daily operations. You will report to the Program Manager Policies & Forms.

What will I be doing

• Support RIM operations and projects by assisting with records classification file reviews archiving digitization of enterprise records and the development/improvement of RIM policies procedures frameworks and guidelines.
• Contribute to research and analysis activities including gathering RIM related data from internal and external sources analyzing and preparing options or recommendations for team initiatives.
• Assist in the development of RIM documentation and reporting such as briefing notes dashboards KPIs financial summaries presentations and other materials used for decision making and project oversight.
• Provide administrative and project coordination support for the RIM team including meeting coordination drafting communications (letters memos) maintaining team resources and supporting project roadmaps and business continuity initiatives.
• Create and support training communications and stakeholder engagement materials including PowerPoint decks SharePoint site updates and other learning resources to improve awareness accessibility and understanding of RIM practices across business units.

What Skills and Qualifications Do I Need

• Must be attending school full-time and returning to an academic institution.
• Must be at least 15 years of age before starting employment.
• Must be enrolled in Archives Records and Information Management Public Administration Political Science Finance Project Management Operations Management Human Resources Communications IT programs or similar program at a post-secondary institution or enrolled in a full-time accredited co-op program in order to be considered for this position.
• Strong written oral communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Experience in designing and creating online educational tools would be considered an asset.
• Competence in using software such as Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience with LEAN methodologies and mindset would be considered an asset.
• Be a self-starter with excellent work ethic and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Previous experience working within a business environment is preferred.
• A willingness to learn while being exposed to all aspects of theory principles and practices of risk management.
• Ability to work with and assist other co-workers with various projects.

Dont Meet Every Requirement

If youre excited about working with Metrolinx but your past experience doesnt quite align with every qualification of this posting we encourage you to apply. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles. We are always looking for great talent to join our team.

We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from members of equity-deserving communities including those who identify as Indigenous Black racialized women people with disabilities and people with diverse gender identities expressions and sexual orientations.

Accommodation:

We value the unique skills and experience each person brings to Metrolinx and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment. We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act so if you require accommodation during the hiring process please let our Recruitment team know by contacting us at: or email

Application Process:

All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Metrolinx will be using email to communicate with you for all job competitions. It is your responsibility to include an updated email address that is checked daily and accepts emails from unknown users. As we send time sensitive correspondence we recommend that you check your email regularly. If no response is received we will assume you are no longer interested in pursuing the opportunity. Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any background information provided be misleading inaccurate or incorrect Metrolinx reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of your application.

We thank all applicants for their interest however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

WE ARE AN EQUITABLE AND INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER.

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