Indigenous Relations, Co-op Student
Top Benefits
About the role
Trans Mountain Corporation operates Canada’s only pipeline system transporting oil products to the West Coast. We deliver approximately 890,000 barrels of petroleum products each day through a dual pipeline system of more than 1,150 kilometres of pipeline in Alberta, British Columbia and Washington state.
Trans Mountain also operates a state-of-the-art loading facility, Westridge Marine Terminal, with three berths providing tidewater access to global markets.
As a federal Crown corporation, Trans Mountain continues to build on more than 70 years of experience delivering operational and safety excellence through our crude oil pipeline system.
With our expanded pipeline system now in place, Trans Mountain provides enhanced direct access for Canadian crude oil to world markets. The expansion realizes a world-class system for oil transport, developed to Canada’s high standards within one of the most stringent regulatory regimes in the world, creating long-term economic benefits, enhanced marine protection, enhanced safety and emergency management capabilities, and enhanced skilled-worker capacity building in communities and Indigenous groups.
Our Core Values
Trans Mountain’s core values – Safety, Integrity, Respect and Excellence – guide our every step. Each obstacle we’ve overcome or success we’ve experienced has been the result of a shared commitment to living these values every day. Together, we’re focused on doing the right thing for each other and our communities.
As an Indigenous Relations, Co-op Student (12 months) with Trans Mountain, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and passionate group of Indigenous Relations experts focused on implementing Pathways to Reconciliation across the company. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop business processes, procedures and reporting mechanisms to support Indigenous engagement and consultation activities in BC and Alberta. You will also have the opportunity to support Indigenous Relations through participation in engagement meetings and community events.
This opportunity is open to post-secondary students who are currently enrolled in their 2nd/3rd year of studies and part of a Co-op or Internship Program.
This position is based in our Calgary location and will begin in January 2026 with a term length of 12 months.
Key Responsibilities
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Collaborate with Indigenous Relations and other internal teams to write procedures in support of the Indigenous Relations Management Program.
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Develop enhanced tracking, analytics and reporting mechanisms to support internal and external reporting.
-
Support the maintenance of databases and other documents for record keeping processes, including uploading Records of Communication.
-
Provide logistical support to the Indigenous Relations team working with the communities.
-
Support consultation and engagement by drafting written notifications, responses to information requests and engagement summaries.
-
Assist in the preparation of regulatory filings.
-
Contribute to internal and external communications for each quarter to support the implementation of the Reconciliation Action Plan and bring awareness to Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, the Moose Hide Campaign, National Indigenous History Month, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and more.
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Meeting preparation for the team, including agenda preparation, minute taking and distribution, and ordering, set up and take-down of meeting room equipment and catering.
-
Assist in the gathering of information for internal and external reports, letters, and events.
-
Support research activities to contribute to department deliverables.
Qualifications and Professional Experience
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Preference given to students enrolled in business, communications, regulatory or Indigenous Relations programs.
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Highly proficient in Microsoft office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of PowerBI is considered an asset.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
-
Excellent interpersonal, planning, problem solving and organizational skills.
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Organized, self-starter who can work in a team environment.
-
Strong attention to detail and deadline oriented.
-
Ability to work well under pressure and handle strict deadlines.
Other Requirements and Information
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Must be enrolled in an accredited post-secondary Co-op/Internship program.
The expected pay range for this position is $22.23 to **$**27.99 CAD per hour.
Application
Candidates may submit their application in English or French. To apply in French, please use our French careers site: Careers (French)
We Build Careers and Pipelines That Last
Our story is about determination, resourcefulness and resilience. It’s about charting our own course, finding innovative solutions to challenging problems and doing the right thing. It was true when Trans Mountain became a company in 1951 and it’s just as true today. We welcome new members to our team that embrace the qualities in our story, that thrive on the new path and directions we take. Our culture is one of care and taking our responsibilities seriously. If you would like to contribute to our culture, then join our journey.
A Rewarding Opportunity
We offer:
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Valuable experience providing opportunity for professional development and career advancement;
-
An opportunity to engage with and learn from some of the most talented and experienced people in the business;
-
Competitive compensation;
-
A place to share a sense of purpose and build relationships;
-
Meaningful work that makes a difference;
-
An opportunity within the Canadian energy industry.
We value:
-
The health, safety and wellness of everyone working in our company;
-
Meaningful participation from Indigenous and local communities;
-
The commitment and resilience of our people;
-
Collaboration and achieving success together.
In keeping with Trans Mountain’s commitment to maximize benefits for communities, priority will be given to qualified candidates from Indigenous, local and regional communities along the Trans Mountain pipeline corridor.
In Alberta, the pipeline system spans the traditional territories of Treaty 6, 7 and 8, and the Métis Nation of Alberta (Zone 4).
In British Columbia, the system crosses the traditional territories of numerous First Nations that are affiliated with the Secwepemc, Dakelh (Carrier), Nlaka'pamux, Syilx/Okanagan, Interior and Coast Salish, Stó:lo, as well as the Métis.
Trans Mountain also operates through 15 First Nation Reserves located within the region spanning the BC interior through Fraser Valley.
Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)
Trans Mountain is committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. The diverse viewpoints and cultural knowledge that our employees bring to work enrich our organization’s collective cultural understanding, which is reflected in the work we do every day. We strive to create an environment that is free of barriers to promote full participation in the workplace. Trans Mountain welcomes new team members from traditionally underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.
Indigenous Relations, Co-op Student
Top Benefits
About the role
Trans Mountain Corporation operates Canada’s only pipeline system transporting oil products to the West Coast. We deliver approximately 890,000 barrels of petroleum products each day through a dual pipeline system of more than 1,150 kilometres of pipeline in Alberta, British Columbia and Washington state.
Trans Mountain also operates a state-of-the-art loading facility, Westridge Marine Terminal, with three berths providing tidewater access to global markets.
As a federal Crown corporation, Trans Mountain continues to build on more than 70 years of experience delivering operational and safety excellence through our crude oil pipeline system.
With our expanded pipeline system now in place, Trans Mountain provides enhanced direct access for Canadian crude oil to world markets. The expansion realizes a world-class system for oil transport, developed to Canada’s high standards within one of the most stringent regulatory regimes in the world, creating long-term economic benefits, enhanced marine protection, enhanced safety and emergency management capabilities, and enhanced skilled-worker capacity building in communities and Indigenous groups.
Our Core Values
Trans Mountain’s core values – Safety, Integrity, Respect and Excellence – guide our every step. Each obstacle we’ve overcome or success we’ve experienced has been the result of a shared commitment to living these values every day. Together, we’re focused on doing the right thing for each other and our communities.
As an Indigenous Relations, Co-op Student (12 months) with Trans Mountain, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and passionate group of Indigenous Relations experts focused on implementing Pathways to Reconciliation across the company. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop business processes, procedures and reporting mechanisms to support Indigenous engagement and consultation activities in BC and Alberta. You will also have the opportunity to support Indigenous Relations through participation in engagement meetings and community events.
This opportunity is open to post-secondary students who are currently enrolled in their 2nd/3rd year of studies and part of a Co-op or Internship Program.
This position is based in our Calgary location and will begin in January 2026 with a term length of 12 months.
Key Responsibilities
-
Collaborate with Indigenous Relations and other internal teams to write procedures in support of the Indigenous Relations Management Program.
-
Develop enhanced tracking, analytics and reporting mechanisms to support internal and external reporting.
-
Support the maintenance of databases and other documents for record keeping processes, including uploading Records of Communication.
-
Provide logistical support to the Indigenous Relations team working with the communities.
-
Support consultation and engagement by drafting written notifications, responses to information requests and engagement summaries.
-
Assist in the preparation of regulatory filings.
-
Contribute to internal and external communications for each quarter to support the implementation of the Reconciliation Action Plan and bring awareness to Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, the Moose Hide Campaign, National Indigenous History Month, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, and more.
-
Meeting preparation for the team, including agenda preparation, minute taking and distribution, and ordering, set up and take-down of meeting room equipment and catering.
-
Assist in the gathering of information for internal and external reports, letters, and events.
-
Support research activities to contribute to department deliverables.
Qualifications and Professional Experience
-
Preference given to students enrolled in business, communications, regulatory or Indigenous Relations programs.
-
Highly proficient in Microsoft office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint. Knowledge of PowerBI is considered an asset.
-
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
-
Excellent interpersonal, planning, problem solving and organizational skills.
-
Organized, self-starter who can work in a team environment.
-
Strong attention to detail and deadline oriented.
-
Ability to work well under pressure and handle strict deadlines.
Other Requirements and Information
-
Must be enrolled in an accredited post-secondary Co-op/Internship program.
The expected pay range for this position is $22.23 to **$**27.99 CAD per hour.
Application
Candidates may submit their application in English or French. To apply in French, please use our French careers site: Careers (French)
We Build Careers and Pipelines That Last
Our story is about determination, resourcefulness and resilience. It’s about charting our own course, finding innovative solutions to challenging problems and doing the right thing. It was true when Trans Mountain became a company in 1951 and it’s just as true today. We welcome new members to our team that embrace the qualities in our story, that thrive on the new path and directions we take. Our culture is one of care and taking our responsibilities seriously. If you would like to contribute to our culture, then join our journey.
A Rewarding Opportunity
We offer:
-
Valuable experience providing opportunity for professional development and career advancement;
-
An opportunity to engage with and learn from some of the most talented and experienced people in the business;
-
Competitive compensation;
-
A place to share a sense of purpose and build relationships;
-
Meaningful work that makes a difference;
-
An opportunity within the Canadian energy industry.
We value:
-
The health, safety and wellness of everyone working in our company;
-
Meaningful participation from Indigenous and local communities;
-
The commitment and resilience of our people;
-
Collaboration and achieving success together.
In keeping with Trans Mountain’s commitment to maximize benefits for communities, priority will be given to qualified candidates from Indigenous, local and regional communities along the Trans Mountain pipeline corridor.
In Alberta, the pipeline system spans the traditional territories of Treaty 6, 7 and 8, and the Métis Nation of Alberta (Zone 4).
In British Columbia, the system crosses the traditional territories of numerous First Nations that are affiliated with the Secwepemc, Dakelh (Carrier), Nlaka'pamux, Syilx/Okanagan, Interior and Coast Salish, Stó:lo, as well as the Métis.
Trans Mountain also operates through 15 First Nation Reserves located within the region spanning the BC interior through Fraser Valley.
Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility (IDEA)
Trans Mountain is committed to fostering inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility. The diverse viewpoints and cultural knowledge that our employees bring to work enrich our organization’s collective cultural understanding, which is reflected in the work we do every day. We strive to create an environment that is free of barriers to promote full participation in the workplace. Trans Mountain welcomes new team members from traditionally underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.