PepsiCo Canada: People Experience (HR) Winter 2027 Co-op

PepsiCo; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

PepsiCo in Peterborough, ON is seeking a People Experience (HR) Co-op for a 4‑month onsite term. You will support HR initiatives in retention, recruitment, compensation, and inclusion while learning PepsiCo's people-centric approach.

Assist the HR Manager with program implementation, provide recruitment support across business units, coordinate campus events and campus projects, and help coordinate the co-op program.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary HR program, ideally with Industrial Relations or Business/Management focus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, adaptability, and quick learning ability.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Support HR Plan execution in retention, recruitment, compensation, diversity and inclusion, and communications.
• Assist HR Manager with HR program implementation.
• Provide recruitment support: sourcing, resume screening, interviewing, testing, and candidate selection.
• Coordinate recruitment for graduates, including campus events and sessions.
• Coordinate Co-op and Campus projects.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Leadership

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Initiative

Education

HR program (post-secondary)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Position: People Experience (HR) Co-op

Location: Peterborough, ON (On-site, 5 days per week)

Duration: 4 months

Compensation: $21.00-31.50

At PepsiCo, you'll find the opportunity to grow your career, make an impact, and help shape what's next. As one of the world's leading food and beverage companies, our beloved brands—including Gatorade, Lay's, and Quaker—help create smiles with every sip and bite. Behind our products is a connected system that starts with how we source and grow ingredients alongside farmers and extends to how we make, move, and deliver products while driving positive impact for our business and communities.

What to Expect from a Co-op Term with PepsiCo:

• Early Responsibility: Accelerate your learning & development with early leadership responsibilities
• Make an Impact: Contribute in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that pursues growth
• Development and Coaching: Develop yourself and learn to lead and develop others at a company where our People are a strategic priority
• Mega Brands: Make a tangible impact on globally recognized and respected brands

Responsibilities

What you’ll be working on:

• Support the execution of the HR Plan in areas such as retention, recruitment, compensation, diversity and inclusion and communication.
• Assist the HR Manager with the implementation of HR programs or initiatives.
• Provide recruitment support to business units including sourcing, resume screening, interviewing, testing and candidate selection.
• Work with HR Manager to coordinate and support the recruitment process for new graduates, which includes organizing campus events and recruiting sessions.
• Coordinate Co-op and Campus projects.

Qualifications

• Currently completing a post-secondary program in Human Resources, preferably with Industrial Relations or Business/Management focus.
• High level of commitment and respect for the role and clients served.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
• Strong attention to detail, adaptability, and quick learning capability.
• Experience with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook).
• Strong leadership skills with a developing coaching/mentorship mindset.
• Ability to set priorities, take initiative, and work with little direction.

At the heart of PepsiCo are our people: professionals who bring curiosity, drive, and fresh thinking, working together to turn ideas into action. Across functions, teams, and markets, we collaborate to solve challenges, unlock new opportunities, and create meaningful impact for our consumers, customers, and communities.

No matter your role, you'll be part of a connected community where your contributions matter, your voice is heard, and your development is supported. With opportunities to grow, belong, and smile, PepsiCo offers more than a place to build your career—it offers the chance to help create what's next.

PepsiCo may use Artificial Intelligence as part of its hiring process. Specifically, we may use AI-based tools to screen, assess, or select applicants.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.