About the Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia
The Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia (WCB) is the province’s provider of workplace injury insurance. We inform and inspire Nova Scotians in the prevention of workplace injury. But if it occurs, we support those whose lives it touches by championing a timely return to safe and healthy work. We also provide caring, compassionate support in the wake of workplace tragedy. Our employees describe the culture as Collaborative, Evolving, Service-Minded and Team-Focused.
About the Role
The WCB Nova Scotia is seeking general office and administrative support to join various teams throughout the organization on a summer term basis. The term runs from May 4, 2026, to August 28, 2026, for a period of 17 weeks.
The Summer Student and Co-op Student Employment Programs aim to provide students with valuable work experience that contributes to their education and helps them gain work experience. The Summer Student and Co-op Student positions contribute to the overall effective delivery of specialized services to our internal and external customers through performing general office administration tasks including but not limited to, data entry and administration, handling and resolving inquiries, and supporting projects and initiatives.
Our organization offers a wide range of exciting placement opportunities! Be sure to tell us in your application which area you are interested in.
Opportunities are available within our following teams:
- Prevention and Return to Work
- Health Services
- Internal Appeals and Legal Services
- Payroll
- Communications
- Information Technology
- Finance
- Procurement
Your Experience & Skills
- Have or be completing the first year of a post-secondary program and be returning to school in the fall full-time (those contacted for an interview will be asked to provide confirmation of enrolment in a minimum of three courses for the Fall 2026 semester).
- Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Possess strong keyboarding skills and be familiar with the use of various computer software/applications and other office technology.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Have a natural ability to build and maintain strong relationships and enjoy interacting with others daily, as well as work independently with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrate time management and organizational skills.
Previous general office, data entry and/or administrative experience is an asset.
Perks of Joining Our Team
- Monthly professional development and networking events for students
- Gain practical hands on experience
- A passionate team and a supportive work environment
- Modern workspace with free parking
We offer a competitive hourly rate of $20.00 per hour.
Application Details
Please use the Apply Now button to fill out your Candidate Profile and submit your application for the job opening. Job applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the close date of the posting.
Accommodation Request
WCB Nova Scotia is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to working with job candidates and employees to request reasonable accommodation in a confidential manner. To request accommodation, please contact the Human Resource team by email at recruitment@wcb.ns.ca. All information received will be kept confidential.
To learn more about the Workers' Compensation Board of Nova Scotia, navigate to the About Us section of our website.