Student: Analysis & Exploitation of Info Sources

Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)

Mar 6, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Full-time
Summer Internship
Data
Ottawa

Requirements

Education:
Registered full time in a College Diploma and Undergraduate degree programs including but not limited to the following areas of study:
Political Science
Public Administration
International Relations
Law/Legal Studies
Communications
Social sciences
Computer Science
Data Science
Business
Mathematics
Information and Records Management
Applicants must be registered as a full-time, post-secondary student in an accredited academic institution recognized in Canada during their work term. Special consideration may be given to those enrolled in an accredited co-op/internship program.
Experience:
Candidates with the following experience are preferable:
Experience may have been acquired through formal and informal settings (e.g. school, volunteer, work experience or projects).
Experience in learning and using productivity software, collaboration and online tools;
Experience in the writing of briefing notes, creating presentations, compiling complex documents or dossiers;
Experience in policy research, analysis and writing;
Experience in leading stakeholder engagement and coordination;
Experience in program evaluation, audit, compliance monitoring or risk assessment;
Experience in open source research;
Experience in data analytics;
Experience in an Information management or Library environment (e.g., Serials, Collection, Research).
Competencies:
Problem Solving
Analytical Skills
Teamwork
Client Service
Initiative

Responsibilities

Stream 1 - Dataset Coordinator/Data Governance:
Conduct research and analysis on datasets received, prepare or compile documentation, and review and coordinate submissions;
Contribute to oral and written briefings to management, internal and external stakeholders and on data governance challenges;
Collaborate with stakeholders to develop templates, update standard operating procedures, and propose recommendations;
Compile and generate usage statistics, draft reporting for review and oversight bodies.
Stream 2 - Tactical Internet and Intelligence Centre:
Perform a variety of administrative tasks in support of the program;
Assist with open source and social media research projects;
Develop a tracking system for TIIC’s inventory;
Gain exposure to the day to day of operations of the TIIC;
Provide advice on the most up-to-date Internet applications that will enhance work in the Open Source Intelligence space.
Stream 3 - Data & Information Exploitation:
In support of Operations;
Analyse financial data provided by financial institutions and Government partners;
Make inferences and draw conclusions;
Write reports and present findings;
Analyse biometric data, geospatial data and geographic data;
Support the production of policy documentation and standard operating procedures for the section;
Perform the secretariat functions for working groups, including producing meeting agendas and meeting minutes, and following up on critical actions.
Stream 4 - Information Centre:
Create a repository of Canadian and foreign publications;
Support the production of daily or weekly alerts;
Perform tryouts of new databases and create user guides;
Assist a research team in the triage and distribution of research requests;
Take part in the review and triage of the current library collection;
Assist with the serials’ management and the cataloguing of resources;
Support the upgrade of our Integrated Library System.

Application Process

How to submit application:
Applicants must include the following information in their cover letter in order to be given further consideration:
Name of Student:
Graduation date:
Program of Study:
Post Secondary School:
Job Category – Applying for a co-op placement, internship (specific to current program enrollment) or student job.
Indicate your desired stream(s) in order of preference.
Availability of your work term (4, 8, 12 or 16 months)?
Your current year of study and expected graduation date.
Tips for your Cover Letter and Resume:
Tell us your story: why do you want to work for CSIS?
Work objectives.
Technical abilities (where applicable).
Volunteer or work Experience (where applicable).
Language abilities in French, English and foreign languages.
Projects (where applicable).

Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS)

A safe, secure and prosperous Canada, through trusted intelligence and advice.

Government

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1984

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) is at the forefront of Canada's national security system. CSIS’ role is to investigate activities suspected of constituting threats to the security of Canada and to report on these to the Government of Canada. Our vision: a safe, secure and prosperous Canada through trusted intelligence and advice.