We’re looking for a Strategy and Planning Intern (MBA Co-op Student) to work in the Office of Strategy Management (OSM) Department to assist in supporting our executive leadership team, president and CEO by providing assurance through ensuring alignment with WorkSafeBC’s strategies, business plans and policies to our strategic plan.
If you are interested in applying your talents and knowledge and gaining valuable experience to support worker health and safety, we want to hear from you.
This is a four-month temporary opportunity starting September 2026.
How you’ll make a difference: You’ll apply what you’ve learned in your post-secondary program to benefit workers and employers across B.C.
Where you’ll work
At WorkSafeBC, we offer a hybrid work model that combines working remotely, and in our offices based on the operational needs of the position.
On Day 1 in this role, you will get a chance to meet your manager and get acquainted with your team. You will spend time setting up administrative and technological essentials, and completing onboarding tasks, including security and payroll setup.
During your first week you will engage in a comprehensive onboarding program designed to equip you for success. You will be partnering and meeting with your manager to discuss your goals and align them with the team’s vision. Additionally, you will learn how our department contributes to the overall business strategy and supports the organization’s mandate. You will also work through the onboarding program alongside your supervisor for added guidance and support.
This role is ideal for an individual who is eager to step beyond their comfort zone. We are looking for someone with attention to details, strong motivation, and a passion for innovation. The right candidate will possess analytical and critical thinking skills, enabling them to propose ideas that enhance various processes and initiatives, as well as to explore new approaches to work within the department.
- Support OSM with participating in annual business planning, developing and managing cross-organizational strategies, and providing assurance through reporting to executives and the Board of Directors.
- Create polished communications including memos, summaries, and presentations for executive distribution.
- Assist in planning to ensure effective coordination and execution.
- Develop and maintain documentation, tools, and templates to monitor and report on strategic initiatives for the Enterprise Leadership Team and Board of Directors.
- Contribute to various projects initiated by the Executive Office, including impact assessments, project management, change management, and process mapping.
- Foster collaboration with partners to uphold the OSM mandate, ensuring alignment of initiatives with strategic priorities while providing assurance.
We’re looking for someone who able to:
- Demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, organizational proficiency, and strong time management skills to meet deadlines efficiently.
- Utilize analytical skills to translate research and data into concise summaries and synthesize complex data for effective communication.
- Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and possess strong interpersonal skills to foster positive working relationships.
- Display a proactive approach to problem-solving, process improvement, and collaborate effectively with team members to achieve collective goals.
- Demonstrate initiative, self-motivation, and autonomy, and adapt swiftly to dynamic environments and changing priorities.
Your background and experience
- Currently enrolled in a graduate degree program
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel, for creating presentations and managing data effectively.
- Proficiency or ability to learn on the job with tools such as Power BI, Microsoft Azure DevOps, or similar platforms, facilitating efficient data analysis, visualization, and agile project management.
- Previous office or relevant work experience required, demonstrating familiarity with professional environments.
Learn more: Hear from past co-op students on what it’s like to work here.
Important to know
Before we can finalize any offer of employment, you must:
- Confirm you’re legally entitled to work in Canada
- Confirm you’re a registered student at a post-secondary institution
Who are we?
At WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries and diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We’re honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.
What’s it like to work at WorkSafeBC?
It’s challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.
Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.
Our Benefits
As a member of our team, you'll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work - and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:
- 4% in lieu of benefits
- 4% in lieu of vacation
Salary: $34.04/hour
Learn more: Discover who we are.
Want to apply?
- A cover letter, resume and transcript are required.
- You must apply by 4:30pm PST on the closing date.
- Submit all documents in one file (either Word or PDF files).
- We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.
