Mercer Career Consulting Co-Op - Calgary - Fall 2026

Mercer•Calgary, AB

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Mercer is seeking a talented individual to join their Career Consulting team as a Co-Op for the Fall 2026 term in Calgary. This hybrid role requires working at least three days a week in the office. The position is ideal for individuals currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a bachelor's or master's program who are interested in gaining hands-on experience in real-world compensation consulting. As a Career Consulting Analyst Co-op in the Rewards practice, you will work with a broad range of clients and industries, participating as an integral member of project teams to diagnose issues and design strategic human resource solutions. You will provide quantitative and qualitative analytical support to senior consultants and draw meaningful conclusions from client and market data.

Requirements

Strong analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative, and working knowledge of Excel
Experience in data analysis and presentation design
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Intellectual curiosity, seeking opportunities to develop new skills
Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to work under tight deadlines and changing client needs
Superior organizational skills and strong attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Currently enrolled in - or recently completed - a Bachelor's degree or a Master's degree majoring in commerce, business, economics, finance, statistics, accounting, mathematics, or HR preferred
Consulting, business, finance/banking, accounting, HR, and/or economics internship experience preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct research and analysis to understand industry and organization-specific issues, including business strategy, corporate performance, and compensation and rewards trends.
Combine an understanding of clients’ internal needs with external market practices to help facilitate a clients’ go-forward rewards strategy and programs.
Analyze clients' strategic, financial, and organizational information to provide insights that will develop into talent strategies and solutions.
Work with other members of the Career team to develop client recommendations.
Prepare client presentations, including recommendations presented to senior management, HR leaders, boards of directors, and executives.