Recruitment Co-op Student

The Seaboard Transport Group; Dartmouth; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Seaboard Transport Group is seeking a Recruitment Co-op to gain hands-on experience with a fast-paced Talent Acquisition team. You will support full-cycle recruitment from sourcing to onboarding, building relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders.

This in-office role offers exposure to multiple employee groups. Ideal candidates are pursuing an undergraduate degree in HR or Business, with strong communication and organizational skills, and a proactive, team-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-service mindset.
• Proactive, motivated, and eager to learn.
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle recruitment activities across various employee groups.
• Post job advertisements and support proactive candidate sourcing efforts.
• Conduct pre-screening calls to assess candidate qualifications and fit.
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates and hiring managers.
• Support background checks, credential verification, and pre-employment testing.
• Maintain accurate candidate records in the applicant tracking system.
• Assist in onboarding and training setup for new hires.
• Compile recruitment metrics and assist with reporting.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Highly organized

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Proactive learner

Team collaboration

Microsoft Excel

Education

Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Launch Your Career with Seaboard!

The Seaboard Transport Group is a privately-held organization comprised of numerous transport brands across Canada and the United States. Seaboard is a recognized leader in the Bulk Truckload Industry through its safe, reliable and professional operating philosophy. The Seaboard Transport Group has grown by providing excellent service to both the petroleum and chemical industries while diverging into dedicated transport services.

Description

The Seaboard Transport Group is a privately-held organization comprised of numerous transport brands across Canada and the United States. Seaboard is a recognized leader in the Bulk Truckload Industry through its safe, reliable and professional operating philosophy. The Seaboard Transport Group has grown by providing excellent service to both the petroleum and chemical industries while diverging into dedicated transport services.

Location

Dartmouth, NS

Schedule

Monday - Friday | 8:00am - 4:30pm

Term

January 2027 - April 2027

Type

In Office

Position Overview

As a Recruitment Co-op student, you will gain hands-on experience supporting a fast-paced Talent Acquisition team. This role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in recruitment, offering exposure to the full lifecycle - from sourcing and screening candidates to coordinating interviews and supporting hiring decisions. You'll play an active role in identifying top talent while building strong relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment Support (Primary Focus):
• Assist with full-cycle recruitment activities across various employee groups
• Post job advertisements and support proactive candidate sourcing efforts
• Conduct pre-screening calls to assess candidate qualifications and fit
• Coordinate and schedule interviews with candidates and hiring managers
• Support background checks, credential verification, and pre-employment testing
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date candidate records in the applicant tracking system
• Assist in reviewing pre-hire documentation and ensuring a smooth hiring process
• Coordination & Reporting:
• Support the coordination of new hire onboarding and training schedules
• Compile recruitment metrics and assist with reporting (e.g., pipeline activity, time-to-fill)
• Prepare spreadsheets, reports, and recruitment-related documents
• Additional Tasks:
• Provide administrative support to the Recruitment team
• Collaborate with the HR team on general coordination and communication as needed (limited HR generalist exposure)
• Participate in employee engagement or recruitment events as required

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal skills with a customer-service mindset
• Proactive, motivated, and eager to learn
• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
• Experience with Microsoft Excel or data tracking tools is considered an asset