Student and CO-OP: Employee Communications and Engagement

The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) is looking for students who thrive on tackling diverse challenges in a unique environment. If you are up for the challenge and want to join one of our highest performing teams, there is no doubt that your contributions to CSIS will provide a meaningful impact to our mission of helping keep Canadians safe against national security threats. The Service is building a workforce which is representative of the Canadian society and foster diversity and inclusion. Also, it is dedicated to establish positive policies and practices related to hiring, training, promoting and retaining designated group members ensuring that employment-related needs of all persons are reasonably accommodated.

CSIS offers opportunities to students to gain valuable experience in policy and governance, with the possibility to return for multiple placements. Students will be given the opportunity to cultivate their skills and knowledge by being paired with experienced employees who will provide feedback during the work term. They will have the opportunity to broaden their knowledge and experience before choosing a career specialization. 

Employee communication and engagement

ECE offers a wide variety of specialisations. You can apply to one or multiple areas of interest within the branch for student job opportunities. In order to assess your application, please highlight, in your cover letter, areas of interest in order of preference. 

Students can cultivate their skills and gain valuable experience in the following fields: 

Communications Advisor: 

Candidates with the following experience are preferred for this position:  

• Experience writing and editing communication products
• Experience coordinating regular information updates posted through a variety of means

Digital Communications Officer:

Candidates with the following experience are preferred for this position:  

• Experience using web content management systems, including and not restricted to Drupal and SharePoint. 
• Experience in coding and designing web content

Graphic Design Coordinator:

Candidates with the following experience are preferred for this position:  

• Experience working with the Adobe Creative Suite 
• Experience working on all production tasks from graphic design, illustration and layout 

Multimedia Technician: 

Candidates with the following experience are preferred for this position:  

• Experience with video or podcast production, digital animations and/or photography
• Experience in installing, setting up and repairing multimedia equipment

Undergraduate degree or College Diploma programs including but not limited to the following areas of study:  

• Communications
• Journalism 
• Advertising
• Marketing 
• Web Design 
• Graphic Design 
• Audio/Visual Production 
• Media Techniques

*Master’s degree in a relevant field will be considered an asset.

Please see required experience under each different fields.

• Communication
• Organization Skills / Multitasking
• Professionalism
• Client Service

Applicants must be registered as a full-time, post-secondary student in an accredited academic institution recognized in Canada. Priority consideration will be given to those enrolled in an accredited co-op/internship program.

How to submit application:

Applicants MUST include the following information in their cover letter in order to be given further consideration:

• Travel costs benefits may apply. Further information will be disclosed during the interview process.
  • Location of interest: Please note you can only select one (1). Available locations are indicated at the top.
• Job Category: Applying for a co-op placement, internship (specific to current program enrollment) or student job.
• Availability: What is the length of your term (4, 8, 12 or 16 months)?
• Studies: What is your current year of study and your expected graduation date?

Tips for your Cover Letter and Resume:

• Indicate your desired ECE field (s) in order of preference.
• Tell us your story: why do you want to work for CSIS?
• Work objectives.
• Technical abilities (where applicable).
• Volunteer or work Experience (where applicable).
• Projects (where applicable).

Various language requirements.
We encourge all interested candidates to apply.
Second language evaluation tests might be administered.

At CSIS, we are not looking to simply fill student placement positions every four months. Our program is designed to identify and develop potential full-time employees.

Candidates are asked to apply only once, due to the high volume of applications received.

Failure to provide requested information may result in the rejection of your application.

While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, the majority of work in our organization must be done in the office and cannot be performed at home.