# Co-Op Student - Operations Excellence > MealSuite · Cambridge, Canada (Hybrid) · Other · Posted 2026-06-18 **Workplace:** hybrid **Department:** Project Management ## Description **About MealSuite**  MealSuite builds end-to-end foodservice technology for healthcare and senior living organizations. Our mission is to help care teams deliver better dining experiences with less effort. We’re a fast-growing team working on meaningful problems that directly impact patient and resident care.  **About the Role**  We’re looking for an **Operations Excellence Co-Op Student** to join our **Operations tea**m, supporting our **Project Management Office (PMO)**. This is a project coordination and operations support role embedded in Operations and the PMO, reporting to the **VP, Operations** and working closely with the **PMO team**. You will help us make progress on a few key operational priorities as we scale by supporting our Project Managers and partner teams, rather than owning delivery or accountability for their work. This co-op position runs for the **September 2026 - December 2026 co-op term.**  **What You’ll Do**  - Provide project coordination and PMO support, including data gathering, status tracking, and documentation that helps our Project Managers move work forward  - Support teams in setting up and rolling out a centralized process repository and templates, helping standardize structure and capture workflows where teams are ready, with each team retaining ownership of its own processes and diagrams  - Partner with Business Intelligence to support existing reporting initiatives through light analysis, data preparation, and help operationalizing dashboards  - Provide targeted support to a defined process improvement and continuous improvement pilot, including mapping current state processes and identifying inefficiencies within a scoped project  - Support one or two defined AI use cases, such as documentation support or reporting efficiency, to deliver tangible outcomes  **You’ll Also Work on the Following Projects:**  - Support the setup and rollout of a centralized Operations process repository and SOP templates, driving initial capture where teams are ready while ownership stays within each function **(approximately 6 weeks to complete)**  - Map current state processes within a defined pilot area and identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities **(scoped project)**  - Partner with Business Intelligence to support and help operationalize existing dashboards and standard metrics reporting **(ongoing support, light analysis and data preparation)**  - Support one or two defined AI use cases, such as documentation support or reporting efficiency, with clear, measurable outcomes **(defined scope)**  **What You Bring**  - Current enrollment in a post-secondary program with a Canadian institution in Business, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Project Management, Health Administration, Data Analytics, or related field  - Basic understanding of AI tools and workflow automation platforms  - Understanding of process mapping and workflow documentation  - Experience with digital productivity tools (Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, or similar)  - Meticulous attention to accuracy and an analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills  - Knowledge of project management methodology, tools, and quality management principles (Lean, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Quality Management, etc.) considered an asset  - Clear and concise communication skills with the ability to convey ideas effectively in both written and verbal form  - Active listening skills, demonstrating attention to stakeholder needs, the ability to ask clarifying questions, and confirm understanding before acting  - The ability to build relationships across different business functions and show a team-oriented attitude  - Proactive communication and willingness to flag issues early, provide regular progress updates, and the confidence to escalate blockers without prompting  - Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-moving environment  **Compensation:** $21.67 – $31.53 CAD per hour (as determined by work term)  This role requires working onsite in our **Cambridge office** (96 Grand Ave S Unit 101, Cambridge, ON N1S 2L9) **two days per week**.  **Why You’ll Love Working Here**    - **Hybrid flexibility** – we value the collaboration, mentorship and learning that come from physically working next to one another, as well as the benefits that remote work can offer.    - **Work-life balance** – this is supported by the fact that more than 90% of current employees agree that their leader supports their wellbeing.    - **Opportunities for career development and advancement** – we support our employees in pursuing and achieving their professional goals.    - **Purposeful work with a positive community impact** – more than 90% of our North American employees agree that the company’s purpose aligns with their personal values. Learn more about our values at  [mealsuite.com/careers](https://www.mealsuite.com/careers).  _We want to ensure that every qualified individual has an equal opportunity to work with us. If you require accommodation to our application process, please contact_ [_accommodations@mealsuite.com._](mailto:accommodations@mealsuite.com.)  _MealSuite uses AI-assisted tools during parts of the hiring process, including screening and workflow automation. All final hiring decisions are made by people._  _This is a current vacancy, and we are actively hiring for this position._ ## Apply [Apply at MealSuite](https://apply.workable.com/mealsuite/j/BC4B1FE512/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)