Junior Business Associate | Co-op | Winter 2027

Content Bloom; Bedford; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Content Bloom is seeking a curious, resourceful Junior Business Associate for Winter 2027 in Bedford, NS. You will gain hands‑on experience in a technology consulting environment by supporting business analysis, research, reporting, and process improvement initiatives.

You will analyze processes, conduct market research, and organize data using Excel, while preparing reports and process maps. The role requires enrollment in an eligible co‑op program and study in Business Administration,

Qualifications

• Undergraduate students enrolled in an eligible co‑op program.
• Basic understanding of business analysis, research, or business processes.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and common digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Conduct market, industry, and business research to support decision‑making.
• Organize and analyze data using Excel and other digital tools.
• Investigate business challenges and develop practical, evidence‑based recommendations.
• Prepare reports, presentations, process maps, and business documentation.
• Collaborate with different teams, learn new concepts, and take ownership of assigned tasks.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Numerical skills

Problem solving

Research abilities

Education

Undergraduate co‑op student

Tools

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Location: Bedford, Nova Scotia
Term: Winter 2027(January 5th - April 27th)| Full-time, 40 hours per week
Program of Study: Business Administration, Economics, Business Management, Finance, Entrepreneurship, or related disciplines
Eligibility: Undergraduate students enrolled in an eligible co-op program

We are looking for a curious, resourceful, and analytical student who enjoys understanding business challenges, working with information, and finding practical solutions.

As a Junior Business Associate, you’ll support business analysis, research, reporting, and process improvement initiatives while gaining hands‑on experience in a technology consulting environment.

What You’ll Do

• Analyze business processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Conduct market, industry, and business research to support decision-making.
• Organize and analyze data using Excel and other digital tools.
• Investigate business challenges and develop practical, evidence‑based recommendations.
• Prepare reports, presentations, process maps, and business documentation.
• Collaborate with different teams, learn new concepts, and take ownership of assigned tasks.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong analytical, numerical, and logical problem‑solving skills.
• Curiosity about business operations, economics, and how organizations work.
• Basic understanding of business analysis, research, or business processes.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and common digital tools.
• Resourcefulness, initiative, and the ability to learn and adapt quickly.
• Strong research, writing, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and the ability to turn information into useful recommendations.

Bonus Points: Experience with Excel pivot tables, data analysis, process mapping, market research, or projects demonstrating initiative and practical problem‑solving.

What You’ll Gain

Practical experience in business analysis, research, data‑driven decision‑making, process improvement, and technology consulting while contributing to real business projects.

The role is only open to students of:

• Dalhousie University
• Acadia University
• Saint Mary’s University
• St.Francis Xavier University

This position is subject to applicable co‑op eligibility and funding requirements.