Job Description

Spartan Controls is an employee-owned company and leading provider of data management, industrial automation, valves, measurement and control solutions for process industries in Western Canada and beyond. We are dedicated to providing exceptional sales, support and service experiences for our diverse customer base in industries such as mining, power, oil & gas, municipal, pulp & paper, and chemical.



Spartan is committed to creating a sustainable modern world with innovative automation. Our focus is Customer Outcomes. By leveraging applied automation we assist customers improving their Safety, Reliability, Operations and Productivity.



Our employee ownership model creates a unique culture of community, creativity, entrepreneurship, and a place to build your career. Spartan Controls provides an environment that not only encourages you to do your best, but also empowers you to do what it takes to create a solution, address a need, or respond to an issue.

Summary

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We are currently recruiting a

Programming & Development Co-op

Student to join our Business Optimization team for the January to August 2026 term. This Student will collaborate with team members and key business stakeholders to support internal business optimization and efficiency projects with our internal customers. The successful candidates will bring their passion for process improvement and automation leveragin a variety of technologies.



This position will be based out of one of our larger offices: Calgary, Edmonton, Burnaby, Regina or Saskatchewan. The successful candidate will need to reside in one of those locations for the duration of the work term.

Role and Responsibilities

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Collaborate to understand the key requirements and functionality for each unique project Update key stakeholders on progress and clarify through the development process Collect feedback and modify solutions to meet functional needs while balancing effort required

Qualifications and Skills

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Currently enrolled in 2nd or 3rd year of a computer science or related degree, and enrolled in the relevant Co-op/internship program at their post-secondary institution Excellent analytical, mathematical, and creative problem-solving skills Experience with Excel and data manipulation Highly self-motivated and self-directed Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment


As part our recruitment process, successful candidates may be required to pass a pre-employment security background check.


Spartan recognizes that there are many ways in which candidates develop knowledge, abilities, and competencies throughout their careers. We encourage applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds and we do consider qualifications and competencies that are equivalent to those specifically mentioned above.



Close Date: October 31, 2025 (11:59 pm MST)


Requisition ID: 1651