Maxwell Desilets
I am an Honours Arts and Business co-op student at the University of Waterloo with professional experience in business development, marketing, communications, and project coordination, supported by strong research, analytical, and organizational skills.
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Business and Arts co-op student with professional experience across business development, marketing, communications, and project support. Strong background in research, data organization, professional writing, and digital content, with experience using Excel and ERP systems to support business operations and decision-making.
Experience
Business Development & Marketing Assistant
North Shore Environmental Consultants Inc. — Calgary, AB
Sep 2026 – Dec 2026 | Jan 2026 – Apr 2026
Returned for a second co-op term after completing a four-month Winter 2026 placement with the Business Development team.
Maintained job-to-date labour and expense records through cost-tracking in the Deltek Vantagepoint ERP system, ensuring accuracy and consistency across datasets; supported development of the 2025–2026 and 2026–2027 Business Development budgets by analyzing prior-year expenses, hours, and labour data.
Represented North Shore at the Olds Valley College Career Fair. Engaged students in conversation and promoted potential career opportunities with North Shore.
Contributed to Business Development and Corporate Consulting initiatives across multiple business units by developing weekly marketing content, organizing budget data, and structuring client datasets.
Created, managed, tracked, and updated corporate social media platforms (LinkedIn, Instagram), contributing to brand recognition and external engagement. Ensured weekly posting on LinkedIn, leading to 172 followers gained.
Wrote and edited two internal-facing and public-facing blog posts highlighting technical team members and company expertise in a consumable manner; conducted professional and technical staff interviews.
Designed visual marketing materials using Canva and Adobe tools to support branding, recruitment, and internal initiatives.
Managed logistical and administrative support for corporate team-building events and internal initiatives by booking event venues, sourcing supplies, and issuing RFPs.
Researched and built three structured digital databases in Excel of prospective clients for our Fugitive Emissions and Remediation and Reclamation teams, including key contacts and decision-makers, to support strategic outreach and Business Development efforts.
Researched and developed North Shore’s 25th-anniversary corporate history book by conducting executive interviews, reviewing historical records and photographs, and documenting key milestones, employees, projects, and company growth.
Developed and implemented a multi-week LinkedIn recruitment campaign, coordinating employee features and content while tracking impressions, engagement, click-through rates, and campaign performance against pre-campaign benchmarks.
Courtesy Clerk
Safeway Garrison Woods – Calgary, AB
Sep 2023 – Jul 2024
Assisting in daily operations and inventory management by collaborating with team members to ensure smooth daily operations and meet store performance goals.
Adapted quickly to changing demands and developed creative solutions during high-traffic periods or staff shortages, showing both teamwork and reliability.
Delivered friendly, professional service while assisting customers with purchases and inquiries. Improved brand recognition through selective product marketing.
Volunteer International Leadership Delegate
Children’s International Summer Villages (CISV)
May 2023 – Jul 2024
Represented Canada at international youth programs promoting peace and cultural understanding through designing and leading educational activities on diversity, global citizenship, and cultural communication.
Strengthened cross-cultural communication and public speaking skills by working with participants from over 10 different countries in an international camp setting.
Dishwasher
Nationals Westhills – Calgary, AB
May 2025 – Aug 2025
Supported kitchen workflow and maintained efficiency during peak service hours through effective communication and time and resource management in a high-pressure environment.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a high-pressure environment
Education
University of Waterloo, Honors Business and Arts, Majoring in History
