Job Description

Closing Date: May 31, 2026

Use your analytical and modeling skills in a fast-growing company where you can have an impact. The British Columbia Investment Management Corporation (BCI) is currently seeking an Enterprise Architecture co-op student/intern for the Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 work terms (September to April) to provide analytical and modeling support in the implementation of enterprise-wide architecture repository.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

BCI manages a globally diversified portfolio of assets valued at $295 billion and is one of Canada’s largest institutional investors. We invest globally to support pension and other funds for more than 30 clients based in British Columbia. We are proud to have been chosen as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and BC’s Top Employers These national and provincial competitions recognize employers who offer exceptional workplaces for their employees.

We are currently hiring an Enterprise Architect/Business Analyst Co-op Student or Intern to focus on architecture development. In this position, you will contribute to the ongoing Enterprise Architecture program with BCI. This is a great opportunity for you to learn highly sought-after, real-world Enterprise Architecture skills in the investment world. You will be working closely with senior IT and business managers.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

The technology department is responsible for developing technology solutions that contribute to the achievement of BCI’s mission and long-term goals. The department manages the corporation’s business applications and information technology infrastructure, providing support to a large group of financial professionals. The department is also responsible for authoring technology-related directives and conducting disaster recovery planning to minimize risk to the corporation’s delivery of investment services.

The Enterprise Architecture team works with other Technology teams as well as internal client departments and vendors to create, configure, and implement the long-term architectural direction of BCI. This work term will provide you the opportunity to learn from and assist the Enterprise Architecture team in the initiative to introduce an Enterprise Architecture Repository.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Assist in the implementation/data migration of the new enterprise architecture tool at BCI

• Collaborate with the IT team to configure, test, and deploy the enterprise architecture tool

• Document implementation processes, technical specifications, and user guides

• Support the team in conducting architecture impact assessments to evaluate changes and their implications

• Participate in AI governance activities, ensuring compliance with established guidelines and best practices

• Contribute to various IT projects, providing technical support and innovative solutions

• Engage in team meetings and project discussions, offering insights and feedback on ongoing initiatives

• Conduct research on emerging technologies and industry trends to support project development and decision-making

REQUIRED SKILLS

• University-level knowledge of related courses

• A strong knowledge of IT principles and practices

• Comfortable to work in low-code applications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to document technical processes and create user guides

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

• A willingness to participate in team meetings and contribute to group projects

• Eagerness to learn new tools and technologies

• Analytical problem-solving and data modelling experience

• Organizational skills to support the team initiatives and keep projects moving

• Team players who have the drive to continue learning, excel, and grow in a team oriented and dynamic environment

• Exhibit a high level of professionalism and excellent interpersonal skills

• Strong relationship-building and customer service abilities, proactive, results oriented, and resourceful

• Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy, excellent product quality and attention to detail

• Exhibit dedication to hard work, commitment to the highest ethical standards, and an eagerness to learn

• An active contributor to volunteer services in and outside their university

WHAT WE OFFER

• Career development and training provided by experienced IT professionals to help build current industry skills

• The chance to do work that will challenge and stimulate you

• Work with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment

• The development of real-world skills at one of the largest institutional investors in Canada

• Exposure to some of the most talented, approachable, and inspiring people in the industry

• The ability to opt-in for access to Dialogue, a user-friendly app that offers virtual primary care, employee and family services, and mental health supports

• Time to connect with co-op students & interns at BCI – build your network and shared learning

• 2 paid days per year for volunteering

• Competitive pay: $2,330.00 gross bi-weekly or $2,155.00 gross bi-weekly + vacation leave paid based on 6% of salary ($2,330.00 gross biweekly for those with (or working towards) a graduate degree and $2,155.00 gross biweekly for those with (or working towards) an undergraduate degree, diploma, or certificate)

• Travel: if coming to Victoria for this work term, BCI will provide a fixed-rate travel allowance based on your location

THE DETAILS

• Work term: Fall 2026 & Winter 2027 (September – April)

• Department: Technology

• Office Location: 750 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC

• Spend your off hours exploring beautiful Victoria and Vancouver Island

• All co-ops/internships will need to be completed in person at our Victoria office with the option to work one day per week from home. Please note, some positions are not eligible for hybrid work.

HOW TO APPLY

• Apply directly to the Enterprise Architecture/ Business Analyst Co-op/Internship posting on our careers page https://bci.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com/BCI_Careers

• Application deadline: May 31, 2026 at 11:59pm PDT

• Please include a cover letter, resume, and transcripts (unofficial transcript will suffice)

• Note: We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who are interested in applying for this role. You will need to be legally authorized to work in the country where this job is located. If you currently do not have authorization or if your work permit, study permit, or visa has restrictions or is due to expire during the work term, you may not be eligible for this opportunity.

At BCI, we value diversity and believe in fostering an inclusive culture where all employees can be successful.

We are performance and client focused and value integrity; if you share these values, we want to know you.

We recognize that some skills can be learned on the job and encourage all to apply.

If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), contact us at co-op@bci.ca

We would like to hear from you!