WHO WE ARE

Defence Construction Canada (DCC) is a Crown corporation that provides professional, transparent, and timely infrastructure, environmental, and project support services to the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces. Our employees work on some of Canada’s most unique and meaningful infrastructure initiatives, supporting military bases, wings, and operational sites across the country.

Joining DCC means contributing to impactful national projects while gaining valuable hands-on experience in a supportive and collaborative environment.

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the National Manager, Training and Development, the Learning Support Assistant plays a key role in supporting DCC’s national learning and development programs. The student will assist with information mapping, LMS administration, and various training and development activities to help maintain high-quality learning experiences for employees across Canada.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for students interested in digital learning, instructional design, content development, and organizational learning operations.

KEY AND PERIODIC ACTIVITIES

The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative but not all‑inclusive:

Primary Responsibilities

• Support information mapping and organization of instructional materials, training resources, and digital content.
• Assist with Learning Management System (LMS) administration tasks such as uploading content, testing modules, enrolling learners, and preparing reports.
• Participate in quality checks to ensure learning content is accurate, accessible, and up to date.
• Help maintain version control and organize training assets, templates, and documentation.
• Support the coordination of virtual or in‑person learning activities, including scheduling, tracking attendance, and preparing materials.
• Assist in updating training resources, guides, and communications related to learning and development.
• Provide general administrative and project coordination support to the Training and Development team.

Other Responsibilities

• Participate in team initiatives, meetings, and planning discussions.
• Contribute to special projects and process improvement activities within the Learning and Development function.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Exposure to corporate learning and digital training environments within a federal Crown corporation.
• Practical experience supporting LMS operations, instructional content, and training programs.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values continuous learning.
• A hybrid work arrangement (Western Regional Office in Edmonton) supporting work‑life balance.
• Opportunities to develop professional skills in communication, analysis, organization, and project coordination.

EDUCATION

Currently enrolled in a post‑secondary program in one of the following (or related) fields:

• Education, Human Resources, or related studies
• Instructional Design
• Communications
• Business Administration

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Comfort with digital tools and learning new software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Interest in instructional design, training, digital learning, or content development is an asset.
• Language: English required; bilingual (English/French) preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Hybrid work model based out of the Western Regional Office in Edmonton.
• Typical office environment.
• Full‑time work term from May to August.