Data Developer Co-op

Elk Valley Resources; Sparwood; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian steelmaking firm located in Sparwood is seeking an intern to support the data team with gathering requirements and maintaining analytics systems. This role is ideal for those currently enrolled in a relevant Bachelor's program, showcasing strong analytical skills and a willingness to learn new tools. Interns will gain valuable hands-on experience with potential financial assistance for travel expenses. Salary ranges from $4,033 to $5,092 a month, based on academic experience.

Benefits

Financial assistance for travel expenses

Mentorship and guidance from specialists

Hands-on experience in mining operations

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program related to data.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills required.
• Experience with SQL or Python is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support data team members in gathering business requirements.
• Assist in building and maintaining data pipelines.
• Participate in workshops to understand business solutions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication

Interest in business analysis

Familiarity with databases

Exposure to BI tools

Willingness to learn

Education

Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program

Tools

SQL

Excel

Python

R

Power BI

Job description

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Start Date: May 2026

Duration: 8 or 12 months

What we offer:

At EVR, we’re dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees’ skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it’s biking and skiing, or the laid‑back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Come experience what work life balance is all about!

In this role, you will:

• Support data team members in gathering and documenting business requirements
• Help analyze, profile, and map data to business and maintenance metrics
• Assist in building, testing, and maintaining data pipelines that move data from source systems into analytical datasets and BI tools
• Learn how raw data is ingested, transformed, validated, and prepared for reporting and analytics
• Support the preparation of data and environments for testing new reports, dashboards, and pipeline changes
• Translate business needs into clear functional requirements or user stories
• Participate in discovery sessions, workshops, and fit/gap discussions to understand business problems and possible solutions
• Contribute to documentation such as process flows, data flows, data definitions, and simple technical specifications
• Support user testing, training materials, and solution roll‑out activities
• Learn how project teams coordinate timelines, scope, and dependencies
• Follow company standards and best practices related to safety, security, and data integrity

Requirements:

• Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program (e.g., Computer Science, Engineering, Business, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or a related field)
• Interest in business analysis, data analytics, and/or business intelligence
• Some experience working with data (coursework or projects using SQL, Excel, Python, R, or similar tools)
• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills
• Comfortable communicating ideas clearly in writing and conversation
• Willingness to learn new tools, business concepts, and technical skills
• Exposure to BI or data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI) is an asset
• Familiarity with databases, cloud platforms, or basic data modeling concepts is an asset
• Awareness of Agile or Scrum concepts through coursework or group projects is an asset
• Interest in industrial, maintenance, or operations‑focused business environments is an asset

Benefits:

• Receive financial assistance for travel expenses and co‑op fees
• Acquire hands‑on experience applying academic knowledge to real‑world mining operations, fostering the development of technical skills
• Benefit from mentorship and guidance offered by seasoned specialists in their respective fields
• Gain a competitive edge, securing primary consideration for professional positions upon graduation

Salary

$4,033 - $5,092 a month

Salary is commensurate with the number of academic semesters and prior co‑op experiences completed.

Application Deadline: February 13, 2026

To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre‑employment requirements of a pre‑employment drug screen and references.

About EVR

EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high‑quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.