EDC Student / New Grad Position - Sales Enablement Team (Winter 2027)

About EDC

At Export Development Canada (EDC), we empower Canadian businesses to succeed globally. As a Financial Crown corporation, we offer innovative financial solutions and expert insights to help businesses explore new markets, mitigate risks, and achieve growth.

Why Join EDC?

• Collaborate with a diverse, experienced team
• Thrive in a supportive, teamwork-driven environment.
• Impact global communities through sustainable growth in emerging markets.
• Recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Best Diversity Employers, and a Top 100 Family-Friendly Employers.
• Enjoy a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including benefits, vacation, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities.

Team & Job Overview

The Sales Enablement team provides our sales professionals with tools, training, communications, and insights to be successful. We're seeking a dependable, organized, detail-oriented student who produces accurate, on-brand work, manages priorities well, and proactively supports the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Update and quality-check training materials, documents, presentations, and communications for accuracy, consistency, branding, and accessibility.
• Organize files and ensure the most current versions are clearly identified.
• Support the weekly Sales Newsletter, including coordinating, editing, formatting, and validating submissions.
• Maintain current, well-organized SharePoint content and accurate training records.
• Manage competing deadlines, communicate progress, raise issues early, and seek additional work once priorities are on track.

Screening Criteria

• Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
• Currently enrolled in, or recently graduated within the past year from, an undergraduate or master's program in a relevant field such as:
  • Business Administration
  • Marketing
  • Human Resources
  • Commerce
  • International Business
• Bilingual in English and French.

Assets

• Related co-op or work experience.
• Strong work ethic, initiative, sound judgment, and dependable follow-through.
• Ability to effectively work independently and collaboratively.
• Microsoft 365 skills; Canva or Adobe experience is an asset.
• Financial services or federal Crown corporation experience.

What You Will Gain From This Experience

• Exposure to sales enablement, learning, internal communications and organizational change.
• Experience working with subject matter experts and partners across EDC.
• Opportunities to build practical skills in content development, stakeholder coordination and digital collaboration.
• Coaching and feedback from experienced enablement professionals.
• An understanding of how business priorities are translated into frontline tools, learning and communications.

Student and New Grad Opportunities

Our student and new grad opportunities include internships and co-op programs, all designed to give your career a strong start. Winter work terms begin at four months in length and may be extended for an additional four months or more, depending on business needs. While most roles are full-time, there is flexibility for part-time work.

Our program is ideal for early career professionals who are new grads that have completed their courses within the past year, as well as students in their current program of study. Work terms in our program can be counted towards an accredited co-op program with your university or college.

What Can You Expect From an EDC Work Term?

The opportunity to build cross-functional professional networks, identify and pursue opportunities for improvement and innovation, and continuously learn and grow through coaching and mentoring from professionals throughout EDC. Work in a high-performing, fast-paced and flexible environment facilitated by technologies and report to any of our EDC Hubs across Canada.

Compensation Details

Student, New Grad & Master's salaries range from $42,900 to $56,550 annually, based on year of study.

• 1st Year: $42,900 ($22.00/hour)
• 2nd Year: $44,850 ($23.00/hour)
• 3rd Year: $46,800 ($24.00/hour)
• 4th Year and Beyond: $48,750 ($25.00/hour)
• New Graduate (Undergraduate): $54,600 ($28.00/hour)
• Master's/PhD: $56,550 ($29.00/hour)

Location

Export Development Canada operates under a hybrid work model, with employees currently required to work from the office three days per week. Opportunities may be performed from EDC's headquarters in Ottawa.

Student Program Eligibility

EDC is committed to Fair Employment Practices and preference will be given to a candidate who is able to work legally in Canada at the time of application (Canadian Citizen, Permanent Residents or Work Permit). Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements. The position is open to those who meet all of the essential requirements stated above and whose applications are received by the closing date.

EDC's Commitment to Employment Equity

Export Development Canada (EDC) is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures, backgrounds, and abilities. At EDC, we nurture a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, develop, succeed, and be their truest selves.

We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the requirements. We thank all applicants' interest in a career at EDC; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that qualified candidates may be considered for similar roles at this level within EDC.

EDC recognizes that disclosing the need for accommodations can be a personal matter. Please know that as an organization, we are committed to maintaining confidentiality and ensuring that any accommodations provided are tailored to support your needs. Our aim is to ensure you have a comfortable and positive experience throughout the recruitment process, so please do not hesitate to contact us directly for any accommodation requests at accessibility@edc.ca. We are here to support you every step of the way.

Application deadline: October 12, 2026