Co-Op, Tariffs & Duties Analyst

Company Overview:
 

Would you like to be part of a leading-edge company that manufactures sustainable bio-products that positively impact human health and the environment?  

At Mara Renewables Corporation (Mara), we believe there has never been a more critical need to evolve the food system using the power of science and nature to build a more sustainable and healthier world. We plan to develop and continually improve upon our unique, patent-protected technologies to become the leader in health ingredients for human nutrition and related industries - but our overarching vision is to go even further. We aspire to repower nature’s pantry to reimagine nutrition and revitalize wellness.  

Mara has grown significantly in the past two years and expects continued expansion going forward. Our success is no accident. It is driven by a world-class research & development team that innovates & develops patented technologies, as well as our ability to lead scale-up capabilities and provide superior product quality. Our highly collaborative team spans Canada and the UK, with headquarters in Dartmouth, NS.  

The Position:
 

Join our amazing team, situated across Canada, as a Co-op Tariffs & Duties Analyst. In this research-focused role, you’ll help build a centralized database of global tariff, duty, and regulatory requirements related to imports—and to a lesser extent, exports. You’ll work closely with the regulatory team to identify country-specific requirements and ensure accurate documentation of findings. Ideal for a 3rd or 4th-year student in a registered co-op program, studying Supply Chain, International Business, or a related field with a strong interest in trade compliance and global regulations. 

This position is for 16 weeks, starting September 2, 2025.

Job Responsibilities:
 

The key responsibilities of the role include but are not limited to:  

• Conduct research on tariff and duty regulations across various countries. 

• Build and
  maintain a structured database of import/export requirements. 

• Collaborate with the regulatory team and other stakeholders to validate findings. 

• Monitor and document changes in trade regulations and requirements. 

• Ensure information is clearly recorded, organized, and accessible for operational use. 

• Support broader supply chain and compliance initiatives where needed. 

Required Skills & Experience:
 

• Enrolled in a registered co-op program and returning to studies after the work term.
• 3rd or 4th year of a post-secondary program in Supply Chain, International Business, Global Trade, or a related field. 
• Strong research and documentation skills with a high attention to detail. 
• Interest in or basic understanding of import/export processes and regulatory environments. 
• Ability to synthesize complex information and present it in a clear, organized way. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; database or data organization experience is a plus. 
• Collaborative, curious, and able to work independently in a remote, cross-functional team. 

At Mara we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Mara supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs.