Human Resources Student

Who We Are Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. Our organization have been deemed to be an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste that keep our communities clean and safe. With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE). Job Summary We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Human Resources Student to support our HR team from September to December 2026. This role is ideal for a student currently enrolled in an HR or Business program who is eager to gain practical experience in a fast-paced, professional setting. You will assist with recruitment, onboarding, and administrative tasks, while contributing to meaningful HR projects. Position Description Assist with job postings, resume screening, and interview coordination Support onboarding activities including documentation, orientation planning, and follow-ups Maintain and update employee records and HRIS systems Participate in HR projects such as policy reviews and process improvements Provide general administrative support to the HR team Suggest improvements to HR processes and contribute to a positive team culture Skills & Qualifications Currently enrolled in a post-secondary HR, Business Administration, or related program Strong organizational and communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Ability to handle confidential information with discretion Eagerness to learn and contribute to a collaborative team environment Effective communication skills (both written & verbal) Punctual, reliable, and a team player Must have the ability to speak, write and read English Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers! Competitive wages! Comprehensive health benefits (health, dental, and more depending on what you choose)! Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the company! Be part of an entrepreneurial organization that wants to continue to learn and grow! Ability to have an impact and make a change! Are you ready to jumpstart your career by joining one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and become part of the environmental solution? If so, apply now! We appreciate all applicants who apply however only those who are qualified, will be contacted. EmterraGroup is committed tomaintainingan equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities. Please note that AI may be used to support the application review process; however, all applications are reviewed by our Human Resources Team. This posting is for an immediate vacancy, and we are actively hiring for this position.

The HR Student will support recruitment, onboarding, and administrative tasks while maintaining employee records in HRIS systems. They will also contribute to HR projects such as policy reviews and process improvements.

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary HR or Business Administration program. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion are required.

• Comprehensive Health Benefits • Dental Insurance • Employee Assistance Program

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Recruitment
• Onboarding
• Resume Screening
• Interview Coordination
• HRIS
• Microsoft Office
• Confidentiality
• Communication Skills
• Organizational Skills
• Administrative Support

• Human Resources
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Administrative

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Aug 23, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Internship