Innovation Program Management Co-op Student (Winter 2027) About Us Ready to kickstart your career in one of Canada’s rapidly growing industries? Join Kinectrics, where purpose and people matter as much as innovation and growth. Our work advances clean energy, nuclear innovation, and life‑saving medical isotopes.

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.

Join Kinectrics' Innovation Hub and work with the

Senior Director, Strategic Growth & Innovation

to help

shape the future growth of the organization . You will

evaluate emerging technologies , support

commercialization

and

new product development

initiatives, contribute to

business strategy ,

brand‑building , and

business development

activities, and

collaborate

with universities, incubators, and industry partners to bring

innovative ideas from concept to impact .

Gain exposure to Kinectrics’ nuclear technologies

and

receive training

in CANDU, radiation safety, innovation management, and expert‑led learning sessions.

Build practical experience

,

gain expert mentorship

, and

develop a strong network

across the nuclear industry and the broader energy sector.

Work on real innovation initiatives

alongside technical experts and business leaders, including but not limited to Additive Manufacturing

(AM) , Artificial Intelligence‑Machine Learning

(AI-ML) , Virtual/Augmented Reality

(VR/AR) , smart materials, robotic inspection tools, drones, medical isotopes, nuclear waste management & decommissioning technologies, novel sensor technologies, advanced fission and fusion reactors, and novel testing facilities .

Get the opportunity to attend

technical conferences

and

industry events.

Receive priority consideration for future co‑op terms, Graduate Trainee and other full‑time opportunities.





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.

About the Position

Term:

Winter 2027

Department

: Strategic Growth and Innovation (SG&I;)

Location

: 800 Kipling Avenue, Toronto, ON - On‑site

Term Length

: 8 or 12 months, starting January 2027

Discipline(s) Required

: Engineering, Science, Entrepreneurship, or a related program

Year of Study

: Upper‑year undergraduate or Masters/PhD or MBA student preferred

Salary

: $25-$32 per hour. Final rate will reflect relevant experience, completed years of study, skills, and internal equity considerations.

How You Will Make an Impact You will contribute to the Innovation Hub by:

Identification and investigation of new technologies

with the potential to provide transformative improvements to Kinectrics operations and/or provide new and innovative products/services for our clients.

Developing technical

white papers ,

market assessments, business cases , and

CAPEX

inputs that support new product development and commercialization.

Coordinating and monitoring

innovation projects

and supporting

ideation

& roadmap sessions that turn opportunities into actionable plans.

Supporting

innovation‑focused proposals ,

funding applications ,

IP reviews , and

strategic partnerships

with operational teams, academia, and industry collaborators.

Driving Kinectrics'

strategic growth

through

business development ,

brand‑building ,

market analysis , and the development of

growth and competitive differentiation strategies .





What You Need to Succeed A successful candidate is

highly motivated, innovative, and able to manage multiple initiatives with a strong work ethic . They bring sound

problem‑solving and research skills to develop practical solutions to technical and management challenges , while

collaborating effectively

with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders.

Skills/qualifications include

Currently enrolled full‑time in a post‑secondary

Engineering, Science, Entrepreneurship, Management or related program

requiring a co‑op placement.

Strong research, analytical, and problem‑solving skills

, with the ability to synthesize complex technical information.

Clear written and verbal communication skills

for technical and business audiences, including operational teams, collaborators, and leaders.

Highly organized, self‑directed, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a quick‑paced environment

.

Proficiency in

Microsoft Office ; experience with

Power BI , workflow, or project management tools is an asset.

Graduate students from the M.Eng., M.A.Sc., Ph.D., and MBA programs who have substantial undergraduate co‑op, industry or research work experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Our Culture Kinectrics fosters a collaborative and inclusive culture where contributions are valued and respected. Safety is at the heart of everything we do, alongside continuous learning, teamwork, sustainability, and innovative, high‑quality solutions.

Kinectrics Inc. is strongly committed to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I;) and welcomes applications from all individuals. We are an equal‑opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. To learn more about our commitments please visit our diversity, equity and inclusion and indigenous relations pages.

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.

Application Deadline: September 23rd, 2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Innovation Program Management Co-op Student (Winnipeg)
🏢 Kinectrics
📍 Winnipeg