ECO Canada is the steward for the Canadian environmental workforce across all industries. From job creation and wage funding to training and labour market research – we champion the end-to-end career of an environmental professional. We work with the federal, provincial, and municipal governments in all Canadian regions to support economic growth and environmental stewardship as best practices.
When you work at ECO Canada, you are supporting the growth of an abundant environmental workforce. Along with competitive benefits and compensation, we provide the opportunity to work alongside a dynamic team that values collaboration, high performance, and, of course, celebrating our successes! We believe that rewarding, meaningful work should be part of every step of the career journey.
Job Description
Are you looking for a role where you will truly make a difference and contribute to a growing industry in Canada? ECO Canada is looking for a performance-driven individual to join the team immediately. Reporting to the Director of Research, the successful candidate will have a passion for the environment and expertise in labour market and occupational research.
As a key member of the Research team, the Research Assistant will be responsible for supporting labour market research projects. The specific duties performed by the Research Assistant will be determined by the current phase of each research project and the priority of research tasks.
While each member of ECO Canada has individual responsibilities, ECO takes a team-based approach. Everyone is encouraged to take ownership of their ideas and to see them through to completion, collaborating with key influencers as required.
This is a temporary, in-office role supported by funding from the Canada Summer Jobs 2026 program.
Responsibilities
- Reviewing, compiling, and editing research reports and project documents.
- Assisting with designing and programming surveys and interview guides.
- With support from the Research Team, inputting and analyzing data collected from different research methodologies, including surveys.
- Attending meetings with the Research Team.
- Transcribing one-on-one interviews, focus groups, and Advisory Committee meetings.
- Responding to data requests and providing regular support to peers and leaders.
- Other duties as required.
Qualifications and Education
- Currently enrolled in post-secondary studies in Economics, Political Science, Policy Studies, or a related discipline.
- Familiarity with labour market trends and current workforce opportunities and issues is essential; familiarity with environmental occupations is a bonus.
- Familiarity with practices, methods, and techniques used in labour economics and occupational training and development is an asset.
- Working knowledge of practice, methods, and techniques used with labour market research and data analysis is an asset.
- Ability to interpret information and synthesize complex ideas.
- Experience with MS Office and SurveyMonkey.
- Ability to write technical documentation as well as accessible, reader-friendly content for broader audiences.
- Excellent communication skills (reading, listening, writing, etc.).
- Fluent in English - Fluency in French is considered an asset.
- Committed, self-motivated, and with a great attitude.
If you feel you are the perfect fit for this position and are looking to join a company culture that is fun, flexible, and defined by our collective drive for success, please apply now through our website. Please upload your resume and cover letter as one PDF file.
Applicants who do not include a cover letter will not be considered.
We thank all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
No phone calls, please.
ECO Canada is dedicated to recruiting and retaining employees from diverse backgrounds. By recognizing and valuing a diverse workforce, we are committed to hiring practices that are fair and equitable. ECO Canada will always seek to hire the most qualified candidate for a position based on character, competency, compatibility, and commitment.
In the spirit of respect and truth, we honour and acknowledge Moh'kinsstis and the traditional Treaty 7 territory of the Blackfoot confederacy: Siksika, Kainai, Piikani, as well as the Stoney Nakoda and Tsuut'ina nations. We acknowledge the members of the Metis community and specifically, the Métis Nation Region Three. Finally, in the spirit of reconciliation and because we are all treaty people, we also acknowledge all Calgarians who make our homes in the traditional Treaty 7 territory of Southern Alberta.
