Summer Student, Risk & Insurance

Overview

Trimac isn't just a transportation company; it's an industry disruptor with a remarkable 80-year legacy of safely delivering products that improve people’s lives across North America.

Our workplace culture is centered on being safe, respectful, innovative and inclusive. We are committed to maintaining a rewarding work environment that allows employees to experience new opportunities and build their chosen careers. Across the company, we encourage open communication, champion integrity, celebrate individuality and cultivate diverse talents and perspectives. If you’re ready for a challenge that will help drive forward an industry leading team, we invite you to begin your journey with us.

Schedule

• This is a full-time summer student position working 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
• The successful candidate will be required to work in the office four (4) days per week, with one day per week eligible for remote work in accordance with company guidelines.
• The position is based at Trimac's corporate office and requires regular collaboration with team members and stakeholders across the organization.

Job Details

Reporting to the Manager, Risk & Insurance, the Summer Student, Risk & Insurance will support Trimac's North American Risk & Insurance team through a variety of administrative, analytical, and project-based activities. This role provides an excellent opportunity for a post-secondary student to gain exposure to corporate insurance, risk management practices, claims processes, and data analysis within the transportation industry.

The successful candidate will assist with collecting, organizing, and analyzing information related to insurance and risk management programs, while supporting ongoing departmental initiatives. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.

The Summer Student will interact with various departments across Trimac, including Operations, Safety, Finance, and Legal, providing exposure to a broad range of business functions and risk management activities.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for:

• Assist with collecting, organizing, and maintaining insurance and risk management data and documentation.
• Support the preparation of insurance renewal submissions by gathering information from internal departments and external partners.
• Assist with reviewing and updating insurance records, certificates, and policy documentation.
• Conduct research on industry trends, risk management practices, loss prevention initiatives, and insurance-related topics.
• Support insurance certificate requests and other administrative requests from internal stakeholders.
• Assist with data analysis and reporting related to claims, incident trends, and risk management activities.
• Help maintain accurate records and filing systems for insurance policies, claims, and related documentation.
• Support projects related to acquisitions, operational improvements, or other departmental initiatives as assigned.
• Assist with identifying opportunities to improve departmental processes and reporting tools.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to special projects within the Risk & Insurance portfolio.
• Perform other administrative and project-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Business, Risk Management, Finance, Insurance, Economics, Commerce, Law, or a related discipline.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work with large amounts of data.
• Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new processes and systems.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-service-oriented approach.
• Previous experience through internships, co-op placements, summer employment, or coursework involving data analysis, insurance, finance, or business administration is considered an asset.
• Interest in risk management, insurance, transportation, or corporate operations is considered an asset.

Safety Commitments

• We make safety a part of every decision
• We make safety personal
• We have the courage to intervene