Administrative Student — Real Projects & Mentorship

PCL; Halifax; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Mentorship and training

Board meeting support experience

Job summary

PCL Constructors Canada Inc. in Atlantic Canada seeks an Administrative Student for our Halifax, Nova Scotia district. You will gain hands-on experience on real projects and learn through mentorship.

This four-month placement starting January 2027 offers weekly pay, benefits, and clear pathways to full-time roles. You will perform reception coverage, filing, data entry, document prep, board meeting support, and general office duties.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient on the computer and have intermediate skills in MS software (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Superior organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and energetic.

Responsibilities

• Fielding telephone calls, filing, and data entry, typing of various correspondence, and formatting of documents.
• Filling in for office receptionist as required.
• Performing a variety of Internet research functions.
• Preparing word documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
• Assisting with board meeting preparation (i.e. coordination of information, preparing tabs, distribution of board material, room setup, and beverage/food setup).
• Assisting with overflow work from other administrative staff.
• Handling incoming/outgoing mail – relief in mailroom as required.
• Maintaining office supply inventory and orders as appropriate.
• Distribution of electronic invoices.
• Additional support and duties, as required.

Skills

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Organization skills

Teamwork

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

PCL Constructors Canada Inc. in Atlantic Canada seeks an Administrative Student for our Halifax, Nova Scotia district. You will gain hands-on experience on real projects and learn through mentorship.

This four-month placement starting January 2027 offers weekly pay, benefits, and clear pathways to full-time roles. You will perform reception coverage, filing, data entry, document prep, board meeting support, and general office duties.