Administrative Assistant

5 days ago


SaintGabrieldeValcartier, Quebec, Canada Defence Construction Canada Full time $20 - $28

Are you excited by the prospect of supporting projects for clients in the Canadian Armed Forces and Department of National Defence?  

We are looking for students who have strong critical thinking, writing, and interpersonal skills to join one of our team in Valcartier.

  • Due to the requirements related to the security clearance, candidates must demonstrate a minimum of 5 years of permanent residence in Canada.
  • Sought-after disciplines:
    • Studies in management, administration, office automation, secretarial work, accounting, or any other related field involving administrative and financial support.

DCC is a dynamic and fast-paced Crown corporation. Our clients include the Canadian Armed Forces and the Department of National Defence. Our more than 1,000 civilian employees work in offices across the country, often located on military bases. Our corporate values of dedication, collaboration, competence and fairness guide our actions, the way we make decisions and how we conduct our business. To help us lead the way, we are looking for highly motivated, ready-to-learn and reliable individuals who would like to contribute their best.

As part of DCC's ongoing efforts to recruit a diverse workforce, the National Student Program offers students a 2–4-month work experience term. This is a great opportunity for students to be exposed to a work environment and to expand their skills.

What You Can Expect

You will expand your skills and build a network of colleagues in a variety of disciplines who are passionate about the work they do and will lead and mentor you in a high-performing environment. Successful candidates will gain office experience in construction and /or project management work, and may support in the following tasks:

  • Assist in preparing meetings and formatting documents, emails, and presentations.
  • Keep electronic files up to date, including filing and archiving. 
  • Produce simple reports.
  • Assist with processing corrections and invoices, verifying supporting documents, and tracking payments.
  • Update Excel spreadsheets and verify the consistency of information.
  • Perform other related administrative tasks in support of the team.

Find out more about working at DCC:

What We Are Looking For

  • Good judgement, positive attitude and flexible nature
  • Knowledge of computer software programs (Office suite) and how to use them
  • Strong critical thinking, writing and interpersonal skills, with an attention to detail
  • The ability to work independently

Who We Are Looking For

  • You meet the minimum age requirement to work in Quebec
  • You are currently enrolled in a program of study in management, administration, office automation, secretarial studies, accounting, or a related field at a recognized educational institution (vocational training center, college, or university)
  • A valid drivers license and access to a vehicle is preferred
  • You are eligible to work in Canada

**The remuneration for post-secondary students will align with the pay rates established by the Government of Canada's Treasury Board guidelines. Compensation will be determined by the student's academic level and experience.

Hourly pay scale for post-secondary students: $19.50-$27.50/hr. For detailed information, please refer to the Treasury Board student salary ranges.**



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