Technology Research Analyst Co-op student

NAV CANADA; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 20,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

NAV CANADA is seeking a Technology Research Analyst Co-op student to contribute to their Research & Development Centre. The successful candidate will be involved in researching technologies and evaluating their business applications while gaining valuable experience in a collaborative, hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a team player with a technology background.
• Motivation to learn and explore new technologies.
• Experience in business analysis or technology implementation is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Researching and analyzing potential impacts of new technologies.
• Performing market research and evaluating commercial solutions.
• Engaging with stakeholders to gather feedback and insights.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Analytical skills

Market research

Education

Graduate student in Innovation, Engineering, Digital Transformation, Data Science or similar

Job description

Job Posting Title

Technology Research Analyst Co-op student

Job Category

Employee in Training/Student

Language Requirements

English / Anglais English is required / L'anglais est requis

Flexible Work Agreement Type

Hybrid / Hybride

Posting End Date

2025-06-12

Job Grade

STU-1

Pay Range

Commensurate with Experience / Selon l’expérience

Job Summary

Company Description:

We are experts in navigating Canada’s skies. Helping pilots safely cross 18 million square kilometers of Canadian and North Atlantic airspace is what we do. Enroute or at airports, in clearances or on charts, through radio signals or expertise — we’re always there.

NAV CANADA is hiring a Technology Research Analyst Co-op Student to join our Research & Development Centre! As a Co-op Student, you will improve your skills and gain valuable on-the-job work experience while being actively involved in research initiatives. As an organization focused on collaboration and teamwork, we provide opportunities for students to share ideas and perspectives. For NAV CANADA, the Co-op Student Program is an opportunity to identify highly skilled talent for future positions.

Job Description Summary

The Technology Research Analyst Co-op Student will be working with technology specialists and business specialists to contribute to various initiatives that are within the scope of NAV CANADA’s Research and Development Centre. The work will include researching and evaluating technologies, and documenting results to contribute to organizational knowledge.

Job Description

Do you have a technology background and are passionate about improving business processes, analyzing concepts and progressing new and innovative ideas and solutions? Do you have a knack for discovering and synthesizing knowledge to forge new ways forward? Do you want to help NAV CANADA adopt new technologies and systems in a responsible way? Make a difference by joining our team and becoming a part of new initiatives at NAV CANADA!

As the Technology Research Analyst Co-op student, you will be working with technology specialists and business specialists to contribute to various initiatives that are within the scope of NAV CANADA’s Research and Development Centre. This could include research into the application of new technologies, business analysis and design, and enhancing the practice of research at NAV CANADA.

This role involves :

• Researching, analyzing and evaluating the potential impacts and benefits of new technologies and processes.
• Performing market research and evaluation of commercial-off-the-shelf solutions.
• Understanding and documenting business needs and contributing to the design of future business processes and solutions.
• Engaging with stakeholders to collect feedback and gain insights that help guide the direction of research and development.
• Documenting findings and developing guidance material.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Effective communication skills (both verbal and written) (presentation skills and writing documentation).
• Great organizational skills, be details-oriented, and dependable.
• Motivation to learn, explore new technologies, conduct market research and gain valuable experience.
• Must be a team player.

Programs and Level:

• Graduate student working towards a degree in Innovation, Engineering, Digital Transformation, Data Science, or similar technical or business discipline.

Work Environment:

• The work is performed during weekdays in a hybrid office environment in Ottawa.
• A minimum of 3 days per week at the office is required.
• The work term is 8 months: from Sep 2025 to May 2026.

Knowledge & Abilities

• Ability to gather and document information from multiple sources, conduct analyses, and generate actionable insights.
• Ability to identify complex problems, research and develop options and implement solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally, visually, and in writing with internal and external stakeholders.

Experience

• Previous academic or work experience in technology implementation, business analysis or digital transformation is an asset.
• Experience working within a team environment.

Work Environment Language

English

Work Location:

• A minimum of 3 days per week at the office is required.
• This position is located at 280 Hunt Club Rd, Ottawa, ON.

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.

The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for next steps will be contacted.

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