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Building Automation and Energy Summer Student

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At Shoppers Drug Mart, we’re innovating health and wellness in Canada. From prescriptions to walk-in clinics, and a beloved loyalty program, we’re caring and supporting our customers in new ways every day.
With more than 1,300 locally owned and operated stores from coast to coast, the Shoppers Drug Mart network is more than a great place to shop, it’s a great place to work.  We’re committed to building our talented team who champion collaboration, kindness and inclusivity. Join our team, and help recognize a healthy future for your career and for all Canadians.

Why this role is important?

Summer 2025 Work Term

Term Length: 4 months

Term Start: May 5, 2025

Term End: August 22, 2025

As of October 15, 2024 Loblaw has adopted the following Hybrid working model (a combination of working between the office and remotely). Colleagues will continue working remotely up to 1 day a week, while spending the other 4 days in the office (to be determined by each business unit).

Building Automation & Energy Optimization Intern

Position Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and data-driven Summer Student to join our team for the upcoming summer term. This role will focus on supporting initiatives in Controls, Building Automation, and Energy Management. The successful candidate will work closely with data from building automation systems, assist with managing electricity supply and demand through modeling, support Franchise Recommissioning projects, and handle requests related to our maintenance management platform, Officetrax.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in building automation, energy optimization, and maintenance processes while contributing to impactful projects.

Key Responsibilities:

Building Automation System Data Analysis:

  • Work closely with the energy management team to assess current energy consumption patterns and identify opportunities for optimization.
  • Provide actionable insights to support building performance improvements.
  • Collaborate with the team to create strategies for energy efficiency and cost reduction.

Recommissioning Support:

  • Provide support for Franchise Recommissioning projects, including data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  • Help identify opportunities to improve energy performance and reduce operational costs.

Maintenance Platform Support:

  • Assist with requests and data management in Officetrax, our maintenance management platform.
  • Support the team in ensuring accurate and up-to-date information within the system.

General Data and Project Support:

  • Provide analytical and administrative support for various controls, automation, and energy management projects.
  • Assist with ad hoc tasks and reporting as needed.

Qualifications:

Education:

  • Currently enrolled in a university or college program in Business, Data Analytics, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Must be entering their 4th year of study in Fall 2025 or completing their last semester of education

Technical Skills:

  • Proficiency in Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables, etc.).
  • Experience with Power BI or similar data visualization tools.
  • Knowledge of data modeling and analysis techniques.

Soft Skills:

  • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Other:

  • Familiarity with maintenance or operational data is an asset but not required.
  • Duration: Full-time summer term (May 5th to August 22nd)

Why work at Shoppers Drug Mart?
Acting as consultants, supporting internal customers and the Associate-Owners, you will get experience unique to the retail industry while working for an award-winning national brand.   Benefit from a competitive pay program and online learning through Academy.
Take ownership of your work and find more ways to care about your work, co-workers, customers and community.

How You’ll Succeed:

At Shoppers Drug Mart Inc., we seek great people to continually strengthen our culture.  We believe great people model our values, are authentic, build trust and make connections. 

If that sounds like you, and you are open-minded, responsive to change and up to the challenges provided in a fast-paced retail environment, apply today. 

Employment Type:

Full time

Type of Role:

Temporary (Fixed Term)



Shoppers Drug Mart Inc. recognizes Canada's diversity as a source of national pride and strength. We have made it a priority to reflect our nation’s evolving diversity in the products we sell, the people we hire, and the culture we create in our organization. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants with disabilities in the recruitment and assessment process and when hired.

In addition, we believe that compliance with laws is about doing the right thing.  Upholding the law is part of our Code of Conduct – it reinforces what our customers and stakeholders expect of us.

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