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IT Office (Engineering & Business) Co-Op Student

CompanyVale
LocationToronto
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 19, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Co-op Student will support the IT leadership team by preparing high-quality steering committee materials, transforming updates into discussion starters and decision-ready options. Key tasks include designing and maintaining an IT Office Knowledge Repository and building lightweight reporting using various Microsoft tools.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
70259
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
We are a global mining company producing iron ore, pellets, and nickel, and we are committed to becoming one of the safest, most trustworthy mining company in the world. With a workforce of 120,000 employees, we work every day to transform natural resources into prosperity and sustainable development for the approximately 30 countries in which we operate. In addition to mining, we have operations in logistics, energy, and steelmaking. We self-generate 54% of the energy we use, and in Brazil alone, more than 1 million people travel on our passenger trains on the Vitória-Minas and Carajás railroads every year. We continuously reassert our commitment to the future of our planet by, among other initiatives, protecting 8,500 km² of natural land and investing in R&D to lead the sustainable mining revolution, with the ultimate goal of becoming a carbon-neutral company by 2050. We are constantly evolving, always aiming to be a diverse and inclusive company. We are pursuing a goal of doubling our female workforce by 2030 and increasing representation among our leadership. Our activities are governed by a policy of transparency, safety and security, ethics, and respect in order to protect the environment and encourage the development of our employees. We are Vale.
About the Role
 
 
Ready to build a rewarding career in an industry that is transforming the future?
 
 
Who We Are
We are Vale Base Metals – a global supplier of the critical minerals transforming the future.
 
With industry-leading reserves of copper and nickel in Canada, Brazil, and Indonesia, and state-of-the-art infrastructure in the U.K., Canada, and Japan, VBM delivers a secure and responsible supply of high-quality products to customers across Europe, the Americas, and Asia.
 
Global demand for critical minerals is growing exponentially. From energy to aerospace, batteries to magnets, robotics to artificial intelligence, a secure and responsible supply of critical minerals is fundamental to power modern technologies. And at Vale Base Metals, we are transforming our business to provide a secure and responsible supply of these minerals.
 
Join our diverse team of 13,000 talented individuals committed to providing mineral security to a world in transition. We invite you to put your skills to work, driving meaningful and enduring change while enjoying a rewarding career.
 
 
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking an IT Office (Engineering & Business) Co-Op Student to join our Information Technology team in Toronto.
 
This is a 4-8 months-fixed term co-op position starting in June 2026 This posting is for an existing position vacancy.
 
As a Co-op Student, you will work directly with the IT Director and the technology leadership team. This role is ideal for a student with an engineering foundation and a business mindset who enjoys turning complex technical information into clear business recommendations, creating executive-ready materials. You will support IT leadership team to prepare high quality steering committee materials, turning updates into rich discussion-starters and decision-ready options. The role will also build and maintain a IT Office knowledge repository.
 
Additionally, in this position you will:
·      Design and build an Office of IT Knowledge Repository, collecting and organizing business data and markets insight in a way that is easy to consume by the IT Leadership team.
·      Prepare executive-ready materials for the IT and key governance forums (briefing notes, steering committee packs, agendas, decision memos, meeting summaries, and follow-up action logs).
·      Build and maintain lightweight reporting (dashboards, KPI summaries, status reports) using Excel/Power BI/PowerPoint/Copilot and other Microsoft 365 and AI tools.
·      Help coordinate cross-functional stakeholders (IT, Finance, Operations, Security, vendors) to ensure timely decisions and closure on actions from governance forums.
·      Draft and refine clear stakeholder communications for senior audiences (one-page updates, slides, FAQs, talking points). Audiences include the company's Executive Committee, Audits & Risk Committee, and other executive forums.
 
What We Offer You
  • Competitive compensation
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Work culture dedicated to safety, diversity & inclusion, and career growth
  • Online training and career development opportunities
  • Opportunities to build your network and lots of fun!
 
About You
Education:
Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program in Engineering and/or Business with demonstrated business coursework/experience (e.g., business minor, electives, internship, student consulting, entrepreneurship, case competitions).

Skills:
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to structure ambiguous concepts and produce clear narrative and outputs.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to tailor messages to executive audiences both in terms of content and format.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams & Copilot); comfort creating high-quality slides and concise written summaries.
  • Interest in exploring how AI-based tools can be used to augment and speed up knowledge collection and presentation.
  • Professional discretion and integrity when handling sensitive or confidential information.

Why Toronto
Vale Base Metals' Toronto office serves as a pivotal hub for the company's operations. This office is central to Vale Base Metals’ finance, strategic planning, commercial (marketing and sales), and sustainability teams, driving key initiatives that support the company's global mission. Toronto’s vibrant, diverse, and dynamic environment enhances Vale Base Metals’ ability to innovate and excel in these critical areas, reflecting the city's status as a leading international business center.
 
Include to Transform
At Vale Base Metals, we are committed to ensuring an inclusive work environment where people can act like owners, being their authentic selves and empowering them to deliver results. Vale Base Metals encourages everyone to express their ideas and opinions and values the plurality of individual profiles. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are critical to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or any other personal consideration that makes us different.

Vale is an equal opportunity employer seeking to increase diversity across our operations and improve equal opportunity at Vale and in the mining industry.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, accommodation is available throughout our recruitment process for applicants with disabilities.

Employees engaged by the Company must be lawfully able to work for the Company in the country where the role is located. The Company does not provide immigration, work permit, or permanent residence sponsorship or assistance.
 
Vale uses artificial intelligence to screen, assess, and/or select applicants for this position.
 
Pay Grade: UG2
Minimum Starting Salary: 25.25 per hour
Apply by:  Thursday April 2nd, 2026
#ValeBaseMetals
 
Interested applicants must submit their application online at https://vale.eightfold.ai/careers. 
Key Skills
Analytical SkillsProblem-SolvingWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationMicrosoft 365WordPowerPointExcelTeamsCopilotAI ToolsData OrganizationReportingStakeholder CoordinationProfessional DiscretionIntegrity
Categories
TechnologyEngineeringData & AnalyticsManagement & LeadershipEnergy
Benefits
Competitive compensationFlexible work arrangementsOnline training and career development opportunities