Co-op or Intern, Management Consulting  

Location: Ottawa 

Term: January 2027

Type: Co-op or Intern   

In BDO Consulting we may look for opportunities to engage you on projects across businesses.

BDO Canada’s Management Consulting Practice is a national advisory team that helps clients address complex business challenges and achieve meaningful transformation.  

Our Ottawa office is seeking a Co-op or Intern to join our growing Management Consulting team. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a range of strategic and operational projects while working alongside experience professionals who are passionate about public service and innovation. 

What You’ll Be Doing 

As part of our team, you will support client engagements and internal initiatives by: 

• Delivering high-quality consulting services in areas such as organizational and technology transformation, strategic and business planning, operational reviews, change management, and program/project management. 

• Conducting research, analysis, and synthesis of qualitative and quantitative data to generate actionable insights. 

• Developing client-ready presentations, reports, and other deliverables using MS Office and collaboration tools (e.g., PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Teams). 

• Supporting workshops, interviews, and working sessions with clients and internal stakeholders. 

• Building relationships with clients and contributing to the development of practical, lasting solutions. 

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams across BDO, including Risk Advisory and Digital Consulting practices. 

• Contributing to business development efforts such as thought leadership, proposal development, and internal knowledge sharing. 

Recent Projects Our Team Has Worked On 

• Supporting the implementation and adoption of a leading Human Capital Management (HCM) solution through tailored change management strategies. 

• Developing a strategic plan and performance measurement framework for a federal government department, including jurisdictional scanning and SWOT/PESTEL analysis. 

• Creating a business case and investment plan to secure central agency approvals for a five-year capital program at a federal institution. 

• Assessing project management maturity and organizational capabilities in a complex IT-enabled transformation environment. 

• Designing and administering a province-wide survey to support cost-of-production analysis for a commodity sector on behalf of a not-for-profit commission. 

What Success Looks Like 

• You demonstrate BDO's core values through all aspects of your work: Integrity, Respect, and Collaboration. 

• You understand your client’s needs, challenges, and opportunities; clients describe you as positive, professional, and empathetic. 

• You identify, recommend, and are focused on effective service delivery to your clients. 

• You share in an inclusive and engaging work environment that develops, retains & attracts talent. 

• You actively participate in the adoption of digital tools and strategies to drive an innovative workplace. 

• You grow your expertise through learning and professional development. 

What We’re Looking For 

We are seeking motivated and curious individuals who are eager to explore a career in consulting and make an impact in the public sector. Ideally, you: 

• Are pursuing a degree in Commerce, Public Administration, Political Science, Economics, Social Sciences, or a related field. 

• Have a strong interest in management consulting and public sector transformation. 

• Demonstrate strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. 

• Embrace ambiguity and complexity with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset. 

• Are organized, adaptable, and comfortable managing multiple priorities. 

• Demonstrate professionalism, initiative, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work. 

• Enjoy working collaboratively, building relationships, and learning from others. 

• Contribute to a positive, inclusive, and collaborative team culture. 

• Have (or are eligible to obtain) a Government of Canada security clearance. 

• Are interested in pursuing relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Prosci, Lean Six Sigma, CMC) is considered an asset. 

• Bilingualism in English and French is a strong asset. 

• This team follows a hybrid work model. Successful candidates must be available to work on-site at our Ottawa office. 

The expected range of compensation for this role is 52,000 - 62,000 annually.

Why BDO? 

• Gain hands-on experience in real consulting projects that impact government programs, policies, and service delivery. 

• Work in a supportive environment with mentorship, coaching, and development opportunities. 

• Be part of a collaborative, purpose-driven team committed to making a difference in the public sector.