University Co-Op Student - Corporate Real Estate Financial & Operations Analyst - Fall 2025

Hydro One; Markham; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydro One is seeking motivated student co-op candidates in finance and facility management. As part of a team dedicated to operational excellence, you will handle financial tracking, analyze workflows, and develop facility management strategies. Join a leading energy provider committed to safety, community, and innovation.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of commercial contracts and procurement strategies.
• Prior experience with corporate financial and procurement.
• Comfortable with computer-aided facility management programs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare requisitions, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Evaluate contract documentation for vendor exceptions and specifications.
• Support facility activities and develop property management programs.

Skills

Detail-Oriented

Analytical

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Ability

Process Improvement Mindset

Technical Proficiency

Adaptability

Education

Business Administration (2nd Year or Above)

Engineering or Facility Management Students

Financial Tracking and Contract Governance

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerBI

MS Outlook

Job description

50502-Markham-Temporary8 months

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

Key Attributes:

• Detail-Oriented & Analytical:Strong ability to review financial reports, contracts, and operational workflows to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Process Improvement Mindset:Skilled in identifying inefficiencies and proposing automation and optimization solutions. AI proficiency is an asset.
• Technical Proficiency:Comfortable with SAP, Excel, financial tracking tools, PowerBI, and enterprise systems.
• Communication Skills:Able to develop communication materials (PPT, newsletters, SharePoint sites) and build out an Operations Playbook for effective stakeholder management.
• Problem-Solving Ability:Capable of investigating financial discrepancies, operational challenges, and contract variances.
• Project Management Awareness:Understanding of basic project management principles, work order coordination, and workflow optimization.
• Self-Starter & Adaptable:Willing to take initiative, learn quickly, and contribute meaningfully to cross-functional tasks.

Ideal Experience or Background:

• Business, Finance, or Real Estate Students:Strong fit for financial tracking, forecasting, and contract governance.
• Engineering or Facility Management Students:Well-suited for maintenance oversight, work order analysis, and vendor coordination.
• Technology & Automation Enthusiasts:Ideal for streamlining workflows, improving reporting tools, and implementing digital solutions.

Finance Accountabilities:

Prepare requisitions, ensuring completeness and accuracy before submission.

Evaluate contract documentation for vendor exceptions, reviewing technical specifications, delivery requirements, and commercial variances.

Maintain procurement records system to meet audit compliance and corporate policies.

Resolve process discrepancies, manage accounting changes, and ensure financial integrity.

Compile financial reporting aligned with labour agreements for submission to leadership.

Work Program Accountabilities:

SupportFacilities & Real Estateactivities, ensuring efficient service execution in alignment with agreements and contracts.

Assist in managing facilities portfolios, evaluating sites, and recommending improvements for reliability and cost efficiency.

Develop and implementproperty/facility management programsto meet transmission & distribution business requirements.

Oversee vendor relationships, evaluating service provider capabilities on price, service levels, and deliverables.

Solve customer issues related to contract execution, maintenance performance, and service agreements.

Develop and refine facility work programs, maintenance cycles, and condition assessment initiatives for corporate sites.

Monitor service activities across workgroups, authorizing service provider work as needed.

Prepare operational standards, specifications, and compliance benchmarks for facility management activities.

Conductcost-benefit analysesto evaluate facility improvements and business case development.

Collaborate with internal teams, external vendors, and trades to incorporate facility enhancements effectively.

Maintain awareness of emergingfacility management technologies, industry trends, and best practices.

Guide leadership in optimizing corporate real estate strategies, balancing efficiency with long-term business needs.

Participate in thedevelopment of computer-aided facilities management programs (CAFM)for workflow tracking.

Perform additional duties as required.

Essential Competencies & Experience:

• Business Administration (2nd Year or Above)
• Strong knowledge of commercial contract conditions and procurement strategies.
• Prior experience with corporate financial and procurement policies.
• Extensive expertise withSAP, MS Outlook, Excel, and PowerBIfor reporting and analysis.

Hydro One requires that all students applying for student opportunities be enrolled in post-secondary level studies and be returning to full-time studies upon the completion of their work term. Exceptions will be made in cases where students require a work term in order to graduate. Only applications submitted via Hydro One's career page will be accepted.

If you are an international student, please ensure you have obtained a proper work permit and a Social Insurance Number (SIN). Speak with your school’s career centre if you have any questions about acquiring this documentation.

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2025.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates.If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [e-mail]. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

"Employer of the year 2025"

Deadline: June 30, 2025

**Pleasenote that students areto apply to a maximum of 3 co-op positions per term.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Hydro One; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.