Why apply
What a professional buyer does
As a procurement professional, you are a trusted advisor responsible for many elements of the overall procurement process. As you grow in this role, you may have the opportunity to perform various important and exciting functions, such as:
- managing solicitations and evaluations
- negotiating complex, multi-million dollar contracts on behalf of the federal government
- awarding and managing contracts
- engaging with vendors and various stakeholders
- providing expert advice
- developing procurement solutions to support federal government programs
What to expect as a participant
As a participant, you will develop the skills, knowledge and experience to plan, negotiate and administer contracts on behalf of PSPC. This is accomplished through hands-on experience, developmental work assignments, and coaching and mentorship.
Developmental work assignments
Intern officers work with different teams by completing rotational assignments.
Learning and development for intern officers is supplemented by:
- hands-on experience
- written assignments
- self-study
- presentations
- workshops
- online training
- meetings
Coaching and mentoring
You will be paired with a mentor and a coach. Daily support and guidance will be provided throughout the program.
Salary and benefits
You will receive benefits and a competitive salary that increases as you progress through the program. Visit Commerce and Purchasing (CP) for more information about Government of Canada rates of pay.
Career advancement opportunities
PSPC is the largest government employer of procurement officers, so there are many career advancement opportunities. Program graduates have gone on to obtain executive-level positions within the federal government.
Work environment
The Government of Canada is committed to fostering a public service culture grounded in diversity, inclusiveness and accessibility. PSPC offers an inclusive workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated and respected, and where each person's talents and strengths are fully developed and utilized.