Co-op or Intern, Credits & Incentives (Fall 2026) Waterloo

Putting people first, every day
 

BDO is a firm built on a foundation of positive relationships with our people and our clients. Each day, our professionals provide exceptional service, helping clients with advice and insight they can trust. In turn, we offer an award-winning environment that fosters a people-first culture with a high priority on your personal and professional growth.

Your Opportunity

Our Credits & Incentives team is looking for a Co-op or Intern to join for a 4- or 8-month work term. This is a net new role and will own the following responsibilities: 

• Identifying and researching government funding programs in Canada and the United States
• Support with inputting a variety of government and private funding programs, following established standards
• Assist with reviewing and updating the existing data in our platforms
• Identifying, summarizing, and posting news items following established standards
• Support with special projects and data-entry tasks as assigned by the Data Team Lead
• Other Data-entry tasks

How do we define success for your role? 

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect and Collaboration 

• You are a quick learner with an inquisitive mind - able to comprehend the spectrum of the North American grant and incentive landscape in a range of industries including manufacturing, technology, communities, agriculture, and more

• You have excellent writing skills and the ability to synthesize complex information effectively; you can concisely articulate innovative program and project data from a non-business or government perspective, enhancing clarity while maintaining accuracy
• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent 

• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace 

• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development. 

Preferred Experience and Education 

• You are working towards a degree or diploma in Humanities, Arts, Social Science or related fields 
• You demonstrate strong attention to detail, time management, and research skills

• You have demonstrated client service excellence and have excellent interpersonal skills 

• You are outgoing, self-confident and able to achieve individual and team objectives  

The expected range of compensation for this role is $48,000 - $60,000.

Why BDO?

Our people-first approach to talent has earned us a spot among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2026. This recognition is a milestone we’re thrilled to add to our collection of awards for both experienced and student talent experiences. 

At BDO, our people experience is guided by three core pillars—Do work with genuine care, Do what matters with purpose, and Do what’s next - shaping how we support our people, serve our clients, and grow together.

Our firm is committed to providing an environment where you can be successful in the following ways:

• We enable you to engage with how we change and evolve, being a key contributor to the success and growth of BDO in Canada.
• We help you become a better professional within our services, industries, and markets with extensive opportunities for learning and development.
• We support your achievement of personal goals outside of the office and making an impact on your community.
• We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas are valued, and you can do your best work with genuine care and purpose
• We encourage innovation and forward thinking, empowering you to embrace what’s next and help shape the future of our firm

Giving back adds up: Where company meets community. BDO is actively involved in our communities by supporting local charity initiatives. We support staff with local and national events where you will be given the opportunity to contribute to your community.

Total rewards that matter: We pay for performance with competitive total cash compensation that recognizes and rewards your contribution. We provide comprehensive benefits from day one, and a flexible personal time off policy.  We’re committed to supporting your overall wellbeing and provide reimbursement for wellness initiatives that fit your lifestyle.

Everyone counts:  We are committed to creating a workplace where employees can participate fully, contribute meaningfully and succeed without barriers. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace defined by respect, fairness, and a true sense of belonging for everyone.  We recognize and celebrate the unique experiences, identities, and perspectives that each of us bring – and that these experiences strengthen how we work together.  Our commitment extends to ensuring that our application process is both inclusive and accessible.  If you require accommodation to complete the application process, please contact us.

Flexibility: All BDO personnel are expected to spend some of their time working in the office, at the client site, and virtually unless accommodations or alternative work arrangements are in place.

Our model is a blended approach designed to support the flexible needs of our people, the firm and our clients. It’s about creating work experiences that meet everyone’s needs and providing flexibility to adjust when, where and how we work to meet the expectations of our role.

Code of Conduct: Our Code of Conduct sets clear standards for how we conduct business. It reflects our shared values and commitments and includes guiding principles to help us make ethical decisions and maintain trust with each other, our clients, and the public.

BDO may use artificial intelligence enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process. While these tools assist our teams, our use of AI does not replace human decision making, and all employment-related outcomes are made by BDO personnel.

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Ready to make your mark at BDO? Click “Apply now” to send your up-to-date resume to one of our Talent Acquisition Specialists.

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