January 2027 Business Planning Co-op (Engineering or Finance)

Job summary

The co-op student will support the Business Planning team by building economic models and conducting reviews of Life of Asset plans. They will also participate in health and safety programs while identifying innovative ideas to improve business operations.

Job details

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples. EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada. Start Date: January 2027 Duration: 8 or 12 Months What we offer: At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys. EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development. We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions. We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs. Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Come experience what work life balance is all about! \n In this role, you will: Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies Work with various groups and teams across the business building economic models that support business decisions Support the Business Planning team with economic reviews and analysis of the Life of Asset (LoA) Plans highlighting risks and opportunities Assist with preparing annual consolidated LoA plans and manage the integrity of the LoA costing model Create and evaluate innovative ideas and technologies to help improve the way we do business Requirements: Working towards an Undergraduate or Master’s degree in Finance or Engineering (Mining, Civil, Metallurgical or Chemical Engineering) A valid Class 5 Driver's License or extra-provincial equivalent, without learner's restrictions Comfortable working in a dynamic industrial work environment with a range of engineering, technical and operational personnel Motivated self-starters with the ability to manage several projects simultaneously Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with a capability to communicate complex ideas to all levels Comfortable with financial analysis Strong problem solving, and decision-making abilities Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) Familiarity with Microsoft Power BI and advanced data analysis would be an asset Benefits: Receive financial assistance for travel expenses and co-op fees Acquire hands-on experience applying academic knowledge to real-world mining operations, fostering the development of technical skills Benefit from mentorship and guidance offered by seasoned specialists in their respective fields Gain a competitive edge, securing primary consideration for professional positions upon graduation Salary: $4,117 - $6,167 CAD/month Salary is commensurate with the number of academic semesters and prior co-op experiences completed. \n Application Deadline: October 23, 2026 To all applicants, your interest and effort are sincerely appreciated. While we thank everyone for their application, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen and references. As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view here. About EVR EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.

What you’ll do

The co-op student will support the Business Planning team by building economic models and conducting reviews of Life of Asset plans. They will also participate in health and safety programs while identifying innovative ideas to improve business operations.

Requirements

Candidates must be currently pursuing an undergraduate or master's degree in Finance or Engineering. A valid Class 5 driver's license and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications are required.

Benefits

• Financial assistance for travel expenses
• Co-op fee assistance
• Mentorship and guidance
• Professional development opportunities
• Competitive compensation

Listed skills

• Problem solving · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Microsoft Excel · Preferred
• Decision Making · Preferred
• Microsoft Office · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Financial analysis · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Economic modeling
• Financial analysis
• Life of Asset planning
• Data analysis
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Access
• Microsoft Power BI
• Problem solving
• Decision making
• Communication skills
• Project management
• Technical writing
• Financial Assistance
• Economic Modeling
• Business Decisions
• Valid Driver's License
• Metallurgy
• Data Analysis
• Business Planning
• Business Requirements
• Chemical Engineering
• Decision Making
• Finance
• Financial Analysis
• Innovation
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Mentorship
• Operating Expense
• Operations
• Power BI

Job areas

• Finance & Accounting
• Engineering
• Energy
• Management & Leadership
• Business Planning Consultant
• Economist
• Economists

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