Co-Op, Quality Assurance

Nova Scotia Power; Halifax; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Nova Scotia Power in Halifax, Nova Scotia, is seeking a Quality Assurance Co-op Student for the 2027 Winter term (January–April). This temporary, full-time co-op role supports the ERP Product Support Technology team, providing hands-on testing for enterprise systems and business processes.

You’ll gain experience validating technology solutions, creating test scenarios, and contributing to quality management during large-scale transformations.

Qualifications

• Master's program in Information Technology, Applied Computer Science, or a related field.
• Understanding of software development and testing concepts, including functional, integration, regression, or user acceptance testing.
• Experience with test management or defect tracking tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, ALM, Octane, or similar platforms.
• Exposure to business process documentation, requirements management, or enterprise system implementations.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; able to translate business requirements into test scenarios and test cases.

Responsibilities

• Support testing and validation activities to ensure technology solutions meet business and quality requirements.
• Assist with analyzing business processes, requirements, and system functionality.
• Create and maintain test scenarios, test cases, and supporting documentation.
• Execute functional, integration, and user-focused testing activities and document results.
• Investigate issues, identify root causes, and support defect resolution efforts.
• Assist with data analysis, reporting, and data governance activities.
• Support ongoing projects by creating reports, preparing materials, and testing technology solutions.
• Collaborate with project teams, business users, and technical resources to support project delivery.
• Participate in team meetings, presentations, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Contribute to process improvements, documentation initiatives, and quality management activities.
• Conduct research and analysis to support project and team objectives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Independent & teamwork

Education

Master's in Information Technology or related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

ALM

Octane

Job description

The Opportunity

Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, ERP Product Support Technology

Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia

Type of Employment: Temporary, Full-Time (Winter 2027 Co-op Term: January - April 2027)

Closing Date: September 28, 2026

Are you interested in technology, problem-solving, and ensuring systems work exactly as intended?

As a Quality Assurance Co-op Student with our ERP Product Support Technology team, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting technology solutions that help power critical business processes across Nova Scotia Power.

During the Winter 2027 Co-op term, you'll work alongside experienced technology professionals, business stakeholders, and project teams to help test, validate, and improve enterprise systems before they are released. You'll learn how quality assurance plays a key role in delivering reliable technology solutions while gaining exposure to large-scale business transformation projects, enterprise applications, and industry best practices.

This opportunity is ideal for students interested in Quality Assurance, Business Analysis, Project Delivery, Enterprise Applications, or Technology Consulting. If you're naturally curious, enjoy analyzing problems, and are passionate about delivering high-quality results, this role will provide valuable real-world experience in a dynamic technology environment.

What You’ll Do

• Support testing and validation activities to ensure technology solutions meet business and quality requirements.
• Assist with analyzing business processes, requirements, and system functionality.
• Create and maintain test scenarios, test cases, and supporting documentation.
• Execute functional, integration, and user-focused testing activities and document results.
• Investigate issues, identify root causes, and support defect resolution efforts.
• Assist with data analysis, reporting, and data governance activities.
• Support ongoing projects by creating reports, preparing materials, and testing technology solutions.
• Collaborate with project teams, business users, and technical resources to support project delivery.
• Participate in team meetings, presentations, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Contribute to process improvements, documentation initiatives, and quality management activities.
• Conduct research and analysis to support project and team objectives.

Who You Are

We're looking for a motivated student who enjoys understanding how systems work, finding solutions to complex problems, and ensuring high-quality outcomes. You will be a strong candidate if you:

• Are currently enrolled in a Master's program in Information Technology, Applied Computer Science, or a related field.
• Have an understanding of software development and testing concepts, including functional, integration, regression, or user acceptance testing.
• Have experience with test management or defect tracking tools such as Azure DevOps, Jira, ALM, Octane, or similar platforms (considered an asset).
• Have exposure to business process documentation, requirements management, or enterprise system implementations (considered an asset).
• Have strong analytical and critical thinking skills and enjoy solving problems.
• Can interpret business requirements and translate them into clear test scenarios and test cases.
• Have excellent attention to detail and take pride in producing accurate, reliable work.
• Are organized and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Communicate clearly and confidently, both verbally and in writing.
• Work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Learn new technologies, systems, and business processes quickly.
• Demonstrate initiative, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Networking & Growth: Join a network of current and former co-op students and build connections through events such as keynote speaker series, coffee chats, volunteer opportunities, and social activities.
• Comprehensive Onboarding: Start your term with confidence through our engaging onboarding program, which includes facilitated group orientation sessions, a Student Handbook, and a Technology Guide designed to set you up for success from day one.
• Community Engagement & Giving Back: Get involved through mentoring opportunities, employee resource groups, volunteer programs, fundraising-matching initiatives, and various committees that support the communities where we live and work.
• Meaningful Project Experience: Contribute to technology initiatives that support business transformation, system quality, and enterprise application delivery across Nova Scotia Power.
• Hands-On Learning & Development: Gain practical experience in quality assurance, software testing, business process validation, requirements analysis, defect management, and project delivery methodologies.
• Technology & Enterprise Systems Exposure: Build experience working with enterprise applications, testing tools, reporting solutions, and large-scale technology projects while learning from experienced professionals and industry experts.

Learn More About Our Culture & Values

At the Emera Group of Companies, you'll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help Emera to safely deliver cleaner, reliable energy to our customers and we'll help you become a leader of tomorrow! If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach us at [e-mail].

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera

As one of Atlantic Canada's largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.

Recruitment & Promotion Policy

The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.