Training & Development Co-op

Protocase Inc.; Sydney; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

Company RRSP

Vacation time (2 weeks)

Job summary

Protocase Inc. is offering a 16-week Training & Development Co-op in Sydney, NS. The role involves building training materials, collaborating with instructional designers, and contributing to real training initiatives during a 40-hour work week.

You will join a team of experts, gain hands-on exposure to instructional design, and help enhance learning experiences across the organization. Dalhousie University students are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Excellent written communication skills and ability to simplify complex information.
• Strong organizational and analytical thinking with attention to detail.
• Comfort with documentation tools, spreadsheets, and digital platforms.
• Basic familiarity with HTML or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Design and build training materials including facilitator guides, interactive modules, quizzes, and presentations.
• Publish content within the Training Knowledge Repository.
• Maintain training databases and mapping across entities.
• Assist with training audits, reviews, and reporting on effectiveness.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts across departments.

Skills

Strong writing

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

HTML basics

AI tools familiarity

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Education/Instructional Design at Dalhousie University

Tools

HTML

Job description

Full-time, permanent employment may be possible following completion of your degree for the right fit. Training & Development Co-op

Position Information

• Position Title: Training & Development Co-op
• Department: Training & Development
• Company: Protocase Inc.
• Location: Sydney, Nova Scotia
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Employment Type: Full-Time, 16-Week Work Term
• Shift: 40 hours per week
• Level: Junior
• Compensation: $19.50/hour + $1 incentive target/hour

Full Transparency: We Work a Little Differently Around Here.

This isn't just another job where you punch in and punch out. We come to work every day because we strive to earn a living in a meaningful way. Too many people exist without finding joy or purpose in their work, and we believe that's just wrong. After all, we spend at least a third of our lives working—so why not create workplaces where people want to come to work in the morning and feel good when they leave at the end of the day?

At Protocase, your ideas don't just matter—they shape our future. We thrive on collaboration and innovation, where every voice is heard, valued, and makes a real impact. Does this sound like something you'd want to be a part of and help grow?

Protocase specializes in custom sheet metal enclosures, panels, and parts for engineers and innovators worldwide, built with unmatched speed and quality. We take the impossible and make it possible for some of the brightest minds on the planet.

Learn more about us: https://workdifferently.info/

About the Role

We're looking for a curious and capable Training & Development Co-op Student from Dalhousie University to join our Training & Development team for a 16-week work term at our Sydney, Nova Scotia location.

You’ll work alongside instructional designers, facilitators, and subject matter experts to help build the learning experiences that support meaningful, high-quality work across the organization. Your work may include facilitator guides, interactive modules, training data, assessments, and knowledge‑management resources.

This isn't a shadowing position. You'll contribute to real training initiatives and own deliverables that employees will use. Along the way, you’ll gain hands‑on exposure to how a growing organization designs, delivers, manages, measures, and continuously improves its training systems.

Full‑time, permanent employment may be possible following completion of your degree for the right fit.

What You'll Do

• Design and build training materials, including facilitator guides, interactive HTML modules, quizzes, scenario‑based exercises, and PowerPoint presentations.
• Organize, format, and publish content within our centralized Training Knowledge Repository.
• Maintain training databases and support role‑to‑training mapping across multiple business entities.
• Assist with internal training audits, sample reviews, and reporting on training effectiveness metrics.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts across production, sales, quality, leadership, and other departments.
• Translate operational knowledge and complex information into clear, practical learning materials.
• Apply structured instructional design methodologies to help ensure training is engaging, relevant, and measurable.
• Support the ongoing improvement and organization of training standards, resources, and documentation.
• Use digital and AI‑enabled tools thoughtfully to support research, drafting, content development, and training workflows.

What You Need

Education

• Currently pursuing a degree or diploma in Education, Adult Learning, Instructional Design, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Communications, Business, or a related field at Dalhousie University.

Experience

• Previous professional training or instructional design experience is not required.
• Ability to apply skills developed through coursework, projects, student activities, or other relevant experience.

Technical Skills

• Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to turn complex information into clear and understandable content.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with close attention to detail.
• Comfort working with documentation tools, spreadsheets, and digital platforms.
• Basic familiarity with HTML or willingness to learn.
• Ability and willingness to learn new software and training platforms.
• Comfort using AI tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Manus, NotebookLM, or similar platforms as part of a thoughtful and responsible workflow.

Other Requirements

• Ability to work independently and manage assigned deliverables.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and subject matter experts.
• Ability to work on-site at our Sydney, Nova Scotia facility for the full 16‑week term.
• Willingness to relocate to Sydney, Nova Scotia for the duration of the co‑op term, if required.
• Availability to work full‑time at 40 hours per week.

What Would Be Considered an Asset

The following qualifications are not required, but would be considered an asset.

• Interest in instructional design, adult learning, facilitation, or organizational learning.
• Experience creating training materials, presentations, learning activities, or educational content.
• Exposure to learning management systems, knowledge‑management tools, or training databases.
• Experience with basic HTML or interactive digital content.
• Experience analyzing data or working with spreadsheets.
• Familiarity with AI‑assisted content development, research, or productivity workflows.
• Experience working with subject matter experts or translating technical information for different audiences.

What Success Looks Like

By the end of your 16‑week work term, you will:

• Understand how Protocase designs, delivers, organizes, and evaluates employee training.
• Build effective working relationships with instructional designers, facilitators, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders.
• Independently complete assigned training materials and documentation with increasing confidence.
• Contribute useful, well‑organized content to the Training Knowledge Repository.
• Support accurate training data, role‑to‑training mapping, and related documentation.
  
• Apply structured instructional design principles to real workplace training initiatives.
• Use digital and AI tools thoughtfully to improve the quality and efficiency of your work.
• Leave the term with practical experience in training, instructional design, knowledge management, and organizational learning.

Why Us?

At Protocase, we believe in recognizing and rewarding hard work and dedication.

For this 16‑week Training & Development Co‑op position, the wage is $19.50 per hour plus $1 incentive target per hour, based on a 40‑hour work week.

In addition, you can look forward to:

Training & Growth: Gain hands‑on experience in training and development while building practical skills through coaching, collaboration, and real‑world projects.

Comprehensive Health Care Plan & Company RRSP: Eligible full‑time employees can access Medical, Dental, Life Insurance, Group Insurance, and a Company RRSP after six months of full‑time employment.

Vacation: Eligible full‑time employees start with two weeks of paid vacation, increasing to three weeks after three years and four weeks after five years.

Community Discounts: Access exclusive discounts at local businesses and restaurants.

Wellness Support: Participate in wellness initiatives and activities, including events such as skiing, skating, and wildlife park visits.

Social Events: Enjoy regular social events, including Protojams, seasonal parties, team lunches, office events, and team celebrations.

Lifestyle of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia: Live and work in a community with quick commutes, beautiful scenery, beaches, hiking trails, skiing, live music, and a vibrant local culture.