Human Resources Student
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At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We’re a community of builders committed to building better communities. That’s why we’re always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what’s next in our industry.
We’re also looking at what’s next for you and how we can help you build a career you’re proud of. As a student at PCL, you will get the opportunity for challenging work assignments in a supportive work environment which promotes personal and professional growth.
We are seeking a Human Resources Student in Edmonton, Alberta, that is available for 4 or 8 months starting September 8, 2026. As a Human Resources Student you will contribute to our team by:
Responsibilities
- Assists the team and deliver high-quality programs in the areas of talent acquisition strategies, career management and employee engagement.
- Fosters student engagement through the management of our student blog and other student engagement initiatives.
- Supports the team through preparation for daily events and follow-up actions (e.g., scheduling and coordinating meetings, maintaining action lists and reminders, and meeting preparation).
- Composes and prepares confidential correspondence, reports, and research on current industry practices.
- Manages career-related inquiries through e-mail.
- Supports the district learning and development processes:
- Assists with tracking and reporting for internal training.
- Assists with virtual and in class training set up.
- Supports district HRPD initiatives related to employee engagement, diversity and inclusion and health & wellness.
- Supports monthly metrics and reporting processes related to career management and vacation planning.
- Supports activities requiring a high degree of confidentiality, attention to detail, and accuracy.
- Involved in other HR and project management tasks as required.
What you will bring to the role:
- Pursuing a degree or diploma with a Human Resources, Strategy, Entrepreneurship and Management, or similar focus
- Must be proactive in terms of anticipating needs and follow-up items for the project team.
- Proficient in Microsoft office products such as Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Access.
- Must have excellent planning and organizational skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality required of work assignments and is independent and resourceful to accomplish day- to-day tasks and assignments.
- Must demonstrate initiative and the ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities under tight deadlines, while maintaining a high degree of accuracy and professionalism.
- Must have excellent interpersonal, telephone, and organizational skills
- Exhibits strict confidentiality with all information
- Must be independent and resourceful to accomplish day- to-day tasks and assignments
- Must have excellent verbal, written, and grammatical skills
- Strong time-management skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple aggressive deadlines
Next Step:
- Please note that candidates who have been selected to move forward to the next stage of the recruitment process will receive an email to complete a short online video interview.
PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.
The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.
Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at careers@pcl.com with the position and location you are interested in.
Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started!
Company: PCL Constructors Inc.
Primary Location: Edmonton, Alberta (Corporate)
Job Title: Human Resources Student
Requisition ID: 12495