HR & Recruitment Intern - Unpaid Co-Op Opportunity (Winter 2026)

At Randstad Interim Inc. ("Randstad Canada"), we are always in search of great people to help make the best team in the business even better. Randstad Canada facilitates a Co-op Work Placement Program and we are searching for UNPAID co-op students (Remote/Full-time-Part time).

As a Randstad student, you will use your creativity, initiative, and tenacity to source business leads from prospective clients and help match job seekers with the right opportunities. Your input will be heard as you qualify as a business lead, conduct reference, and background checks, screen resumes, and interview candidates. You will also develop valuable skills as you "pitch" Randstad's service offering, mine and source candidates, develop valuable recruitment research and strategies, and handle numerous other important tasks. But most importantly you will be a part of a real team environment where you will receive a high level of support from dedicated individuals who believe in what they do.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Work on the full process of a high volume recruitment
• Sourcing candidates
• Complete full interview process
• Help onboard candidates with our clients

What are we looking for?

• Students flexible (full time and/or part time) to work remotely.
• Students eligible to work for the Winter 2026 Term (January to April 2026).
• Students currently enrolled in a Human Resources Program (will be able to provide WSIB*).
• Students flexible to work on different time zones (PST, CST, MST, ADT).
• Personable and reliable.
• High level of energy and self-confidence.
• A strong work ethic and sense of commitment.
• Interest for all aspects of an HR Generalist.

What's in it for you?

• Develop a foundation for a successful career in the area of HR and Recruitment.
• Gain valuable experience and transferable skills (ie. responsibility, teamwork, flexibility, critical thinking, and communication).
• Polish skills further through training, support, and learning opportunities.
• Receive support provided through a team of mentors, coaches ensuring you get the most of your time here at Randstad.
• Build confidence while improving your resume.
• Network and connect with valuable professional contacts.
• Potential for contract or full-time positions upon completion of the work term.
• A letter of reference from your manager upon successful completion of the program.
• Opportunity to work with an organization with strong social responsibility.

Location: 5241 Calgary Trail NW, Edmonton, AB T6H 5G8 (Weekday position)

Start Date: Monday, January 5th, 2026

Note: This position is only for students who are required to complete co-op hours as part of an accredited school program.

Randstad Canada’s Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Statement

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees.  In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada’s workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.

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