Research Intern (Contract)

Canadian Standards Association; Toronto; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

The Research Intern at CSA Group will support Managers in the Research and Education division by conducting research on standards and education issues. You will assist with strategic initiatives, help launch new research programs in the Explore Research Program, and collaborate with Research and Education teams to meet timelines and budgets.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree with 1–2 years of research and project management experience, strong organization and leadership skills, and the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 1-2 years experience in research and project management.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Leadership skills to manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Capacity to synthesize information from various functions to inform decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Support Managers in the Research and Education division by conducting research on topics in standards research and education issues.
• Assist in launching and managing new strategic research initiatives in the Explore Research Program.
• Help manage stakeholder engagements, prepare for meetings and coordinate with diverse stakeholders.
• Contribute to meeting timelines and project budgets in collaboration with team members.

Skills

Research

Project management

Organization

Leadership

Stakeholder management

French language

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Employment Status: Student (Fixed Term) Time Type: Full time

BUILDING A WORLD CLASS TEAM STARTS WITH YOU At the heart of CSA Group is a vision: making the world a better, safer, more sustainable place. It's been part of our mission for nearly one hundred years: from the first engineering standard for railway bridges developed in 1919, to more than 3,500 standards, codes & related products today. Headquartered in Canada, with a global footprint of more than 30 labs and offices across Europe, Asia and North America, CSA Group tests, inspects and certifies a wide range of products - from every day househould items to leading edge technology-to meet exacting requirements for safety, performance and environmental impact. Our employees take pride in making a difference in people's lives through the work that we do. We're looking for people like you to help make it happen.

Job Summary

The Research Intern is responsible for supporting Managers in the Research and Education division of Standards by conducting research on topics on pressing standards research and education issues. The Research Intern will support strategic initiatives by exploring practical ways of looking at new and long-standing challenges and will support the launch and management of new strategic research initiatives in the Explore Research Program. This role involves close collaboration with members of the Research and Education teams and entails supporting Research Managers with strategic initiatives to meet timelines and budget of the projects. Assists in managing stakeholder engagements, preparing for meetings, and could require the capacity to engage and effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders.

Education and Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree and 1-2 years experience in research and project management
• Strong organizational and time management skills including the ability to handle multiple simultaneous projects
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and complex stakeholder ecosystems
• Adept at working in tandem with research and education staff to oversee a diverse portfolio of initiatives
• Capacity to synthesize information from various functions and departments to inform decision-making and project direction
• Candidates with proficiency in French will be given special consideration.

The typical hiring range for this position is $24.60–$31.48 CAD per hour. CSA Group reserves the right to determine the appropriate level within the band based on the student’s work-term year.

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The Canadian Standards Association (CSA) is a global organization dedicated to safety, social good, and sustainability. We are a leader in developing standards that support a safer, more resilient world. Our mandate is to hold the future to a higher standard. At CSA, we excel in addressing emerging, complex issues and technologies through the development of standards that make a meaningful impact.

CSA is a not-for-profit standards organization that advances the well-being of people and communities through the development of standards for both public and private sectors. We are leaders in standards research, development, education, and advocacy. Our work is powered by a network of more than 11,000 members and technical experts who collaborate to improve safety, health, environmental protection, and economic efficiency in Canada and around the world

3000+ Published Codes and Standards We develop standards for Canada, the U.S. and beyond in 12 areas of focus. 100+ Years of Shaping Outcomes An internationally recognized non-profit organization improving lives for over a century. 11,000+ Members and Technical Experts Our volunteers collaborate to develop consensus-based standards.