Job Description

Student Co-op Position (starting January 2026)

Application deadline is September 30, 2025

CLAC has a full-time, eight-month Co-op placement opportunity. This is available for a student who is enrolled in a Co-op Program at a post-secondary education institution, returning to full-time studies, and is interested in the following areas: Labour Relations, Human Resources, Research, and Marketing/Communications. Although students will spend time with a variety of departments, this position focuses on Labour Relations. Successful candidates will need to demonstrate an interest in learning about and/or working in Labour Relations.

Duties:

Job duties will focus on various functional areas outlined below.

Labour Relations:

Supporting representatives in negotiations, conflict resolution, labour-management meetings, organizing, and special projects
Human Resources:

Supporting HR and payroll projects and initiatives Assisting with recruitment processes, including creating job postings as necessary
Research:

Responding to research assignments and inputting data into research databases Research for projects with various departments
Marketing & Communications:

Designing, researching and printing materials as needed for CLAC publications Working on projects, marketing and social media communications

Qualifications/Skills:

Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills Positive attitude Demonstrable organizational and administrative skills Ability to prioritize and work independently Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.) and SharePoint Customer service experience would be an asset This position also involves travel primarily within Ontario

Term and Compensation:

This is a contract position, beginning January 2026 until August 2026. The hours of work are Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week. The rate of pay is $24.31 per hour. The candidate must have access to a reliable automobile. Business mileage and expenses are reimbursed.

Location:

The position would primarily be at our Cambridge Member Centre.

Long-Term Opportunity:

Student positions are part of CLAC's recruiting strategy. Due to growth, CLAC regularly has staff openings in its offices across Canada. A successful student job may lead to future full-time employment with CLAC following completion of studies.

How to Apply:

Applicants should provide a cover letter and resume to Human Resources by emailing careers@clac.ca on or before

September 30, 2025

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About CLAC

Formed in 1952, CLAC is a national union representing over 60,000 workers in almost every sector of the economy. Based on values of respect, dignity, and fairness, CLAC is committed to building better workplaces, better communities, and better lives. CLAC is an affiliated member of the World Organisation of Workers.

Application Deadline:

September 30, 2025

Approximate Start Date

: January 2026

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

CLAC is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

Job Types: Fixed term contract, Internship / Co-op
Contract length: 8 months

Pay: $24.31 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Ability to commute/relocate:

Cambridge, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Are you currently enrolled in a recognized co-op program at a post secondary institution? Do you have access to reliable transportation?
Work Location: In person