Technology - Governance Intern/Co-op

Closing date: October 2, 2025

Our Technology Department is seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled co-op student to support our documentation and governance efforts for eight months for the Winter & Summer 2026 (January to August) work terms. We are a dynamic technology team committed to developing clear, comprehensive technical documentation that drives organizational efficiency and knowledge management.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

BCI manages a globally diversified portfolio of assets valued at $295.0 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.

The Technology - Governance Co-op/Intern will work closely with our Technology Governance team to develop, refine, and maintain critical technical documentation. This is an exceptional opportunity to gain hands-on experience in technical writing, process documentation, and organizational communication within a complex technology environment.

WHO YOU WILL WORK WITH

The Technology department is BCI's innovation catalyst and digital transformation engine, pioneering the future of institutional investment through cutting-edge technology solutions. We architect next-generation platforms powered by AI and cloud-native technologies that drive investment excellence and operational efficiency.

As a strategic partner across all areas of BCI's business, we don't just implement technology—we envision breakthrough digital experiences of the future. Our department leads digital transformation initiatives, creates intelligent automation solutions, and builds secure, scalable infrastructure that supports everything from identifying investment opportunities and decision-making, portfolio management to risk analysis, trade processing, and regulatory reporting.

We cultivate digitally empowered workplaces through advanced collaboration ecosystems and productivity platforms, enabling our Technology and business teams to thrive in tomorrow's investment landscape.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Work under the supervision of the Governance & Administration team’s Analyst to assist with various projects

• Develop and draft comprehensive technology directives, procedures, and policies

• Research and synthesize complex technical information into clear, concise documentation

• Review and update existing technical documentation to ensure accuracy and relevance

• Assist in creating standardized templates for technical documentation

• Participate in documentation workflow and process improvement initiatives

• Support the technology governance team in maintaining documentation repositories

• Conduct internal reviews and gather feedback from technology teams

• Prepare summary reports and presentations on documentation projects

• Ad-hoc projects, technical writing and documentation tasks as assigned by team

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Strong technical writing and communication skills

• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible language

• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

• Basic understanding of technology concepts and technology infrastructure

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment

• Experience with documentation tools (e.g., Confluence, SharePoint) is a plus

• Knowledge of technical writing standards and best practices is an asset

WHAT WE OFFER

• 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

• Two paid days per year for volunteering

• Competitive pay: Mid / Back Office: $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: Winter & Summer 2026 (January to August)

• Department: Technology

• 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 Technology – Governance Co-op/Internship posting on our careers page https://bci.wd10.myworkdayjobs.com/BCI_Careers

• Application deadline: October 2, 2025 at 11:59pm PT

• 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 [email protected].

We would like to hear from you!