Student and CO-OP: Protective Services Officer  

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 for students to gain valuable experience in business and administration, with the possibility to return for multiple placements in different areas. 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. 

Undergraduate Degree Programs including but not limited to:

• Police foundation
• Security
• Security Guard

The following experience could be considered security-related functions: 

• Experience in the delivery of client service (interacting and communicating) with employees at all levels, visitors as well as members of the public;
• Ability to work with fellow team members and team supervisors to solve issues or problems;
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations

• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Client Service
• Interpersonal Skills
• Reliability
• Teamwork

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.

Must work shifts based on a 24/7 operation.

How to submit application:

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

• Location of interest: Please note you can only select one (1). Available locations are indicated at the top.
  • Travel costs benefits may apply. Further information will be disclosed during the interview process. 
• 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:

• 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).

Language requirement:

• Bilingual imperative (BBB/BBB)

Second language evaluation tests might be administered.

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.