Human Resources Co-op Student - Payroll & HR Systems

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Ready to kickstart your career in one of Canada's rapidly growing industries? Join Kinectrics, a company that takes pride in being consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the nuclear and energy sector, where purpose and people mean as much as innovation and growth.

Since 2023, Kinectrics has employed over 200 students, providing them with the opportunity to grow and make a meaningful impact. Being recognized as Best Co-op Employer of the Year and recipient of the University of Waterloo Award for Next Generation Employment Innovation reflects our commitment to developing the next generation of talent.

As a co-op student, you will:

• Have priority consideration for our Graduate Trainee program and full-time opportunities after graduation.
• Receive the tools and support you need to grow professionally with the opportunity to create impactful work that helps our clients achieve their goals.
• Gain practical work experience to complement your classroom studies and experience what it is really like to work in the industry, while working with technical experts to hone your skills.
• Build rapport and make vital connections with industry experts through networking and mentorship during your work term.
• Join a large community of co-op students from different schools and backgrounds.
• Be a part of our culture by participating in student and company events like Meet the Experts, Student Socials, Lunch and Learns, Technical Excellence Seminars, DEI initiatives, the United Way campaign, and many more.

Your journey at Kinectrics does not have to end there! Many students return for additional co-op terms or transition into full-time roles.

• Term: Fall 2026
• Department : Human Resources, Payroll & HR Systems (HR)
• Location : 800 Kipling Avenue, Toronto, ON
  - Onsite
• Term Length : 4 or 8 months (September 2026 - December 2026 or April 2027)
• Salary :
  The hourly rate for this position is $20.78-$25.67 per hour. Please note, the salary information provided is intended to be used as a guideline. Final rate offered will vary upon candidate's prior co-op/work experience, years of study completed, relevant skills, as well as internal equity considerations.

This opportunity involves responsibilities including but not limited to:

• Perform and verify various calculations
• Using multiple HR Systems to maintain and report on employee data
• Track 401K contributions and targets for US payrolls
• SAP data maintenance and reports
• Support various parts of the organization by reporting, summarizing and providing HR data
• Assist with testing and rollout of new HR systems e.g. expanded areas of SAP
• Perform internal HR audits
• Support time data entries and reporting, including timesheet reversals
• Support other areas of HR e.g. Benefits team as needed
• Provide administrative support and perform other duties as assigned
• Specific assignments will vary with the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

• Currently enrolled full-time in a post-secondary undergraduate Human Resources program, requiring a co-op placement
• Excellent customer service orientation and interpersonal skills in order to work co-operatively with employees, management and union representatives
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Strong desire to learn
• Eligibility for 8-month co-op placement preferred

Kinectrics fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture where all team members' contributions are valued and respected. Safety is at the heart of everything we do, and we believe that "No task is so important that we cannot make the effort to do it safely." We are deeply committed to sustainable practices that reduce our environmental footprint, while delivering innovative, high-quality solutions.

Our culture encourages continuous learning, teamwork, and a shared sense of purpose, empowering employees to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference for our clients and the communities we serve.

August 3, 2026.

Kinectrics welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.