Position Title:  Co-op, Copilot Studio Developer

Come Build Your Career at Aecon!

As a Canadian leader in infrastructure development, Aecon is safely and sustainably building what matters for future generations to thrive! We lead some of the most impactful infrastructure projects of our generation, at the forefront of transformational change in transportation and energy, and partnering every day to build, connect, power, and strengthen our communities.

At Aecon, you can count on:

• Safety Always. Our number one core value. If we can’t do it safely, we don’t do it at all.
• Integrity. We lead by example, with humility and courage.
• Accountability. We’re passionate about delivering on our commitments.
• Inclusion. We provide equitable opportunities for everyone.

We lead the infrastructure industry with purpose, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. So, we invest in our people, just like they invest in us! 

At Aecon we:

• Ensure you and your family receive the services needed to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• Believe in helping you build your career through our Aecon University and Leadership Programs.
• Are committed to supporting and investing in inclusive work environments, through initiatives like Equity, Diversity & Inclusion training, our Aecon Women in Trades and Aecon Diversity in Trades programs, and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to ensure we are building inclusion into every aspect of our culture at Aecon.
• Are a leader in sustainable construction. With a strong commitment to operating responsibly by minimizing our impact on the environment and surrounding communities.

Our business success relies on strong execution and continuous improvement – driven by the diversity, expertise and teamwork of our people. We’re always searching the globe for innovative, collaborative minds to join our best-in-class Aecon community!

What is the Opportunity?

As the Co-op, Copilot Studio Developer, you will work closely with Aecon’s Copilot and AI Enablement team. This role is a great opportunity for students interested in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and modern workplace technologies to gain hands‑on experience supporting enterprise AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot.

You’ll work alongside technology and business stakeholders to help enable, maintain, and improve how AI tools are adopted and used across the organization while building practical experience in governance, administration, documentation, and user support. 

What You’ll Do Here:

• Support day‑to‑day administration and monitoring of Microsoft Copilot and related Microsoft 365 AI capabilities
• Assist with tracking Copilot usage, adoption metrics, feedback, and issues across user groups
• Help maintain documentation, job aids, and internal guidance related to Copilot features, use cases, and best practices
• Support AI governance activities, including access reviews, security considerations, and policy alignment
• Assist with testing new Copilot features, updates, and AI‑enabled tools in a controlled environment
• Help respond to basic user questions and escalate issues to senior team members as needed
• Participate in AI enablement initiatives such as pilots, training sessions, and communications
• Collaborate with IT, data, security, and business teams to support responsible and effective AI usage
• Support the development of Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions by helping connect AI models to enterprise data sources to meet defined business requirements and objectives

What You Bring to the Team:

• Currently enrolled in a post‑secondary program in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business Technology, Data, or a related field
• Strong interest in AI, automation, or emerging technologies
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 tools (Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Outlook)
• Curiosity about how AI tools like Copilot work and how they are used in real business environments
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Organized, detail‑oriented, and eager to learn in a fast‑paced environment
• Understanding of data, analytics, or security concepts
• Understand of Generative AI fundamentals
• Experience with building AI enabled solutions

Nice to Have

• Exposure to Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps, Copilot Studio)
• Exposure to Generative AI tools (Copilot, Gemini, Claude, etc.)
• Exposure to Azure, AWS, GCP
• Experience with developing solutions (such as APIs) using Python
• Experience documenting processes or user guides

Please note this is a 16-month co-op opportunity. 

Reason for vacancy: New position

The expected salary range for this opportunity is $23.00-$26.00/hour

Aecon fosters diversity, inclusion and belonging within and across our organization. We welcome all to apply including, women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity.

We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Accessible Canada Act (ACA), and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner. Through the implementation of the requirements of the ACA and its applicable regulations, appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.

As part of our commitment to fair and transparent hiring practices, Aecon may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in screening and reviewing candidates. These tools are applied responsibly and in accordance with applicable privacy laws and Aecon’s AI Usage Policy. All final decisions are made by qualified Aecon team members.