Safety and Security Co-op/ Internship (Fall 2026)

Closing date: May 31st, 2026

As a Safety & Security Co-op/Intern, you'll dive into data from various sources, spot trends, and share your insights with the team and organization. Plus, you'll play a critical part in managing safety & physical security projects that affect BCI as a corporation and specifically those working at BCI.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

BCI manages a globally diversified portfolio of gross assets valued at $295 billion and is one of Canada’s largest institutional investors. We invest globally to support pension and other funds for more than 30 clients based in British Columbia. We are proud to have been chosen as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and BC’s Top Employers. These national and provincial competitions recognize employers who offer exceptional workplaces for their employees.

As a Safety and Security Co-op/Intern, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that impact the future of our company and our clients. You'll be responsible for helping manage various sized projects that include office expansions, training materials and corporate wide initiatives. Additionally, you’ll analyzing data from various sources, identifying trends and patterns, process improvements and presenting actionable insights to our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in maintaining a physical security and safety program on a corporate-wide level while making a meaningful impact on our program’s growth.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

Office of the COO is a central hub that delivers essential business services across all departments within the organization. The department is comprised of three branches: Data & Analytics, Business Planning, and Workplace Services. The department facilitates BCI’s corporate strategy and plays an integral role in its execution by ensuring staff have high-quality data, advanced analytics for decision-making, and well-appointed global offices for collaboration. The department is a critical part of how BCI delivers long-term value for our clients.

Workplace Services, a branch of the Office of the COO, provides employees with a work environment that enables the organization to achieve its business goals and staff to conduct day-to-day business in a safe, efficient, orderly, and seamless manner. Workplace Services includes Safety, Security, Building Operations, Leasing, and Administration/Client Experience.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Analyze and interpret data from various sources focusing on physical security & facility safety as well as business continuity planning

• Identify physical security and safety trends, patterns, and opportunities for improvement in our office management processes including providing resource projections

• Assist in monitoring day-to-day physical security and safety of BCI facilities, including assisting in reporting and incident management

• Work to plan, execute, and deliver safety and security orientated projects on time and within budget

• Assist with emergency response planning and exercises which will help continue to strengthen the pre-existing safety and physical security program

• Help maintain and introduce new training material and opportunities for staff and the business

• Manage and follow corporate directives and office procedures, while overseeing the coordination, review, and implementation of new procedures to enhance efficiency

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement office management, workplace optimization, and safety and security solutions

• Support the Workplace Services team in day-to-day tasks and special projects as needed

REQUIRED SKILLS

• A fundamental knowledge of basic business and investment-related disciplines

• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing

• Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining accuracy, excellent product quality, and attention to detail

• Has an interest in business analysis, administrative processes, customer services combined with a keen interest in physical security and safety initiatives

• A dedication to hard work, commitment to the highest ethical standards, and an eagerness to learn

• Strong research skills combined with analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

WHAT WE OFFER

• Gain valuable, hands-on experience in a growing company

• Work on exciting projects that directly impact the future of our business

• Develop your skills in business analysis, project management, and office management

• Collaborate with a diverse, talented team of professionals

• Expand your professional network and make connections in the industry

• Work with a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment

• The development of real-world skills at one of the largest institutional investors in Canada

• Exposure to some of the most talented, approachable, and inspiring people in the industry

• The ability to opt-in for access to Dialogue, a user-friendly app that offers virtual primary care, employee and family services, and mental health supports

• Time to connect with co-op students & interns at BCI – build your network and shared learning

• 2 paid days per year for volunteering

• Competitive pay: $2,330.00 gross bi-weekly or $2,155.00 gross bi-weekly + vacation leave paid based on 6% of salary ($2,330.00 gross biweekly for those with (or working towards) a graduate degree and $2,155.00 gross biweekly for those with (or working towards) an undergraduate degree, diploma, or certificate)

• Travel: if coming to Victoria for this work term, BCI will provide a fixed-rate travel allowance based on your location

THE DETAILS

• Work term: Fall 2026 (September to December)

• Department: Office of the COO

• Office Location: 750 Pandora Avenue, Victoria, BC

• Spend your off hours exploring beautiful Victoria and Vancouver Island

• All co-ops/internships will need to be completed in person at our Victoria office with the option to work one day per week from home. Please note, some positions are not eligible for hybrid work. 

HOW TO APPLY

• Apply directly to the Safety & Security Co-op/Internship posting on our careers page https://bci.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com/BCI_Careers

• Application deadline: May 31st, 2026 at 11:59pm PDT

• Please upload a cover letter, resume, and transcripts (unofficial transcript will suffice)

• Note: We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who are interested in applying for this role. You will need to be legally authorized to work in the country where this job is located. If you currently do not have authorization or if your work permit, study permit, or visa has restrictions or is due to expire during the work term, you may not be eligible for this opportunity.

At BCI, we value diversity and believe in fostering an inclusive culture where all employees can be successful.

We are performance and client focused and value integrity; if you share these values, we want to know you. 

We recognize that some skills can be learned on the job and encourage all to apply.

If you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), contact us at co-op@bci.ca.

We would like to hear from you!