This is a hybrid fixed term COOP role in Ottawa, ON.
Position Summary
Thales Corporate Engineering in the Americas is looking for a COOP/apprentice to support the Engineering communities. You will support the Engineering Director to build an Engineering community across the Americas that is greater than the sum of its parts. This will be done by connecting with the broader Thales Engineering community, supporting the organization of collaborative events, expanding the use of digital and non-digital communication and helping building operational dashboards to support regional activities.
Key Areas of Responsibility
WHAT COULD WE ACCOMPLISH TOGETHER?
If you are interested in building communities, Engineering and digital culture you can help the Americas Engineering Director by:
Helping with seminars and webinars to create a sense of belonging of the Engineering community
Helping spread awareness about Engineering craftsmanship, digital culture, learning in Engineering by connecting to the greater Thales and through digital tools such as SharePoint
Finding and helping create engaging digital content on Engineering in the Americas leveraging on what exists at group level, and also in the industry in the Americas
Researching and analyzing ideas from external Digital Transformation and Engineering events and proposing ways in which Thales can benefit from them.
Work closely with the entire Digital Communication team to share expertise, develop joint projects, and propose the best interfacing between the Digital Communication services.
Support the digitization of data for Engineering and the build the dashboard that will help the decisions makers
Basic Qualifications
WHO ARE YOU?
You are in your last year of study in a Business School or Engineering school with a strong interest for communication or equivalent
You thrive on connecting with others and enjoy building engaged communities
You have a high interest in Engineering and Digital transformation
You are a curious and self-motivated individual who enjoys learning
You have excellent communication skills
You are fluent in English and have knowledge of French and Spanish
You have knowledge in data analysis and visualization using tools such as PowerBI
Other skills/experience that are a preference,
You have a degree in Engineering
You are fluent in French and Spanish
You have knowledge of Portuguese
Special Position Requirements
Schedule: Core Business Hours: Monday-Friday
Travel: Some travels would be required within the Americas
Why Choose Us?
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