Junior Operations Management Associate | Co-op | Winter 2027

Content Bloom; Halifax; On-site; CAD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Content Bloom is seeking a Junior Operations Management Associate for a Winter 2027 co-op position in Bedford, Nova Scotia. You’ll apply lean management and process-improvement techniques to real business challenges, analyze workflows, and collaborate across teams to drive practical improvements.

The role emphasizes data analysis, documentation, and effective communication while offering hands-on experience in Lean management and technology consulting within a structured co-op program.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, numerical, and logical problem-solving skills.
• Curiosity about how processes work and how they can be improved.
• Basic understanding of lean management, operations research, or process improvement.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and common digital tools.
• Resourcefulness, initiative, and the ability to learn and adapt quickly.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and attention to detail.
• A willingness to take ownership of tasks and turn ideas into practical results.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business and technical workflows to identify bottlenecks, waste, and improvement opportunities.
• Apply lean principles and process mapping techniques to improve efficiency and quality.
• Collect and analyse operational data using spreadsheets and other digital tools.
• Investigate problems, identify possible causes, and recommend practical solutions.
• Prepare clear process documentation, reports, and presentations.
• Collaborate with different teams, learn new tools, and take initiative on assigned projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numerical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate co-op eligible

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Location: Bedford, Nova Scotia (On-site)
Term: Winter 2027(January 5th - April 27th) | Full-time, 40 hours per week
Program of Study: Industrial Engineering

Education Level: Undergraduate students enrolled in an eligible co-op program

We are looking for a curious, analytical, and proactive student who enjoys solving problems and finding better ways of doing things.

As a Junior Operations Management Associate, you'll apply lean management and process improvement principles to real business and technical challenges. You'll work with different teams to analyze workflows, identify inefficiencies, and recommend practical improvements.

What You'll Do

• Analyze business and technical workflows to identify bottlenecks, waste, and improvement opportunities.
• Apply lean principles and process mapping techniques to improve efficiency and quality.
• Collect and analyse operational data using spreadsheets and other digital tools.
• Investigate problems, identify possible causes, and recommend practical solutions.
• Prepare clear process documentation, reports, and presentations.
• Collaborate with different teams, learn new tools, and take initiative on assigned projects.

What We're Looking For

• Strong analytical, numerical, and logical problem-solving skills.
• Curiosity about how processes work and how they can be improved.
• Basic understanding of lean management, operations research, or process improvement.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and common digital tools.
• Resourcefulness, initiative, and the ability to learn and adapt quickly.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and attention to detail.
• A willingness to take ownership of tasks and turn ideas into practical results.

Bonus Points: Experience with process mapping, data analysis, pivot tables, software testing, or projects demonstrating problem-solving and continuous improvement.

What You'll Gain

Hands-on experience in Lean management, operational analysis, process improvement, and technology consulting while contributing to meaningful business outcomes.

The role is only open to students of:

• Dalhousie University

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