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At CIBC, we embrace your strengths and your ambitions, so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

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What You’ll Be Doing 

The Co-op Archives Assistant will and arrange and describe unprocessed digital and physical accessions, help inventory and photograph the Archives’ artefact collection and support the migration of the Archives’ database to a new content management system.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role You’ll have the flexibility to manage your work activities within a hybrid work arrangement where you’ll spend 1-3 days per week on-site, while other days will be remote.

Important Information

We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.You must be currently enrolled in post-secondary education and returning to full-time studies to be eligible. However, you do not need to be in a registered Co-Op program to be considered for a role.Please include your resume (no more than 2 pages), a cover letter (no more than 1 page), and your most recent unofficial transcript with your application. These should all be uploaded into the Resume section of the application as one document.You have a strong knowledge of MS Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint.Work Location: Further clarity on the work location will be provided at the time of your interview. Please note all employees must work within their current jurisdiction and must reside within Canada. All CIBC Co-op positions require you to be based in Canada for the duration of the term.Duration of term: Summer 2025 (May 2025 - August 2025)

How You’ll Succeed 

Arrange and describe, re-house and update database records for un-processed physical materialProcess and index digital collectionsRe-house and photograph individual artefacts of varying types and sizesSupport the standardization of data to be migratedResearch and create new content for Archives’ internal social media

Who You Are 

You are pursuing a graduate program in Archives or related discipline.You are digitally savvy. You have strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook). Experience working with DBText and ArchivEra an asset.You are familiar with collections descriptive standards such Rules for Archival Description (RAD). Knowledge of Canadian history an assetStrong communication and interpersonal skills. Interact with a wide range of individuals in a variety of situations, which require tact, diplomacy, and discretion.

 

Important Information

You must be currently enrolled in post-secondary education and returning to full-time studies to be eligible. However, you do not need to be in a registered Co-Op program to be considered for a role.Recruitment timeline: Applications review – January; Interviews – February/March; Offers – March/AprilPlease include your resume (no more than 2 pages), a cover letter (no more than 1 page), and your most recent unofficial transcript with your application. These should all be uploaded into the Resume section of the application as one pdf document.Must be able to lift and move boxes and objects of up to 40 poundsSome working areas will have fluctuating temperatures and may include working in enclosed spaces as required

What CIBC Offers

At CIBC, your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential.

We work to recognize you in meaningful, personalized ways including a competitive compensation, a banking benefit*, wellbeing support and additional offers such as employee and family assistance programs and MomentMakers, our social, points-based recognition program.

Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

*Subject to program terms and conditions

What you need to know

CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation, please contact Mailbox.careers-carrieres@cibc.com

You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and, where applicable, must have a valid work or study permit

We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation, coding, French proficiency, MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you, all that you have to offer, and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

Expected End Date

2025-08-22

Job Location

Toronto-81 Bay, 33rd Floor

Employment Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Weekly Hours

37.5

Skills

Archival Management, Archival Preservation, Microsoft Outlook