Co-Op Student - CPKC Police Service

Canadian Pacific Railway; Calgary; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading North American railroad is seeking a Co-Op Student for its Police Service in Calgary, Alberta. This role combines data analysis with public safety, allowing you to impact law enforcement strategies and contribute to safer communities. Students pursuing degrees in criminology or related fields are encouraged to apply. This position offers a chance to develop critical skills in a unique environment focused on safety and technology.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant post-secondary program.
• Experience with data cleansing and qualitative report presentation.
• Ability to create compelling visual reports.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data and provide actionable insights for law enforcement.
• Monitor threats to ensure safety of operations and personnel.
• Transform complex data into easy-to-understand visuals.

Skills

Data analysis

Public safety awareness

Data visualization

Education

Post-secondary education in criminology, political science, social sciences, or journalism

Tools

Power BI

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Co-Op Student - CPKC Police Service

Join CPKC, North America’s first transnational railroad connecting U.S., Canada, and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you’re not just building a career—you’re part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Dive into the dynamic intersection of public safety and rail operations with the CPKC Police Service (CPKC PS). As Co-Op student, you won't just analyze data – you'll uncover insights that directly influence law enforcement strategies, protect critical rail infrastructure, and contribute to safer communities. This opportunity places you at the forefront of modern policing, blending qualitative analysis with innovative technology to shape real-world solutions. Gain unparalleled exposure to the inner workings of a specialized law enforcement environment, hone your investigative acumen, and leave your mark by driving meaningful, data-informed recommendations that elevate safety and security across the rail network.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Extract, interpret, and synthesize information from diverse sources to deliver impactful insights, actionable recommendations, and high-level reports tailored for CPKC PS senior management
• Monitor and analyze the pulse of emerging threats – from criminal activity to evolving technological risks – ensuring the safety of CPKC operations, personnel, and assets
• Review call-for-service data regularly to identify patterns and trends, empowering leadership to deploy front-line members effectively and maintain a proactive public safety approach
• Transform complex findings into compelling, easy-to-understand visuals and reports using tools like Power BI, ensuring strategic decisions are backed by data-driven clarity

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Currently enrolled in post-secondary education pursuing studies in topics such as criminology, political science, social sciences, or journalism with a preference for past relevant experience
• Project work or experience researching completing and presenting qualitative reports including data cleansing preferably using Power BI

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Disclosure package
• Criminal history check
• Education verification
• Professional references

BECOMING A RAILROADER:

As an employee with a North American presence, the possibility does exist that the location of your position may be changed based on organizational requirements.

Management Conductor Program

Becoming a qualified conductor or locomotive engineer is the single best way for a management employee to learn the business at CPKC. You may be required to obtain a certification or to maintain your current certification/qualification as a conductor or locomotive engineer.

CULTURE OF INCLUSION:

For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provided, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).