2024 Fall Students - Clarington, Durham & Toronto, Ontario (100% On-Site)

Location:

ON, CA, L1E0E7

Req ID: 46682

Status: Student Contract – 4 or 8 months

Education Level: University or College, minimum 1st year completed

Location(s): Clarington, Durham & Toronto, Ontario (100% On-Site)

Number of Position(s): Multiple

Shifts(s): Days

Travel: Up to 10%

Deadline to Apply: May 20, 2024

Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow.

Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At Ontario Power Generation (OPG), we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history. Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job.

ACCOMMODATIONS

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made. If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact AODA@opg.com .

Some positions may move to OPG Corporate Headquarters: Over the next year, OPG will officially welcome employees to our new Corporate Headquarters located at 1908 Colonel Sam Drive, Oshawa, Ontario. This new space will enable teamwork, collaboration and innovation that will help us to achieve our mission to electrify life in one generation.

JOB OVERVIEW

OPG is looking for dynamic, strategic and results-driven students to join our team in the role of Co-op / Developmental Student . We have multiple opportunities available across our Durham, Clarington and Toronto facilities. We offer four (4) and eight (8) month work terms that will start in September, 2024. These roles are 100% onsite (5 days in office) at the participating facilities. Please note that our Clarington location is not accessible by public transit.

As Ontario’s largest clean energy generator, OPG is committed to providing challenging opportunities in a work environment where safety is a fundamental value. Students will gain meaningful hands-on work experience that will complement their academic studies and offer insight into potential career paths. Students will be able to apply their knowledge, broaden their skills and make a valuable contribution to an organization that is vital to Ontario's success. The compensation rate for these positions starts at $25.83 per hour and will commensurate with experience.

All applications must include the following:

• Resume and cover letter and most recent unofficial transcript (uploaded as one file under 'Resume')

• Failure to provide your unofficial transcript will result in your application not being considered.

Opportunities are available specializing in various disciplines including:

• Engineering

• Chemical Engineering

• Civil Engineering

• Computer Engineering

• Electrical Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering

• Mechatronics Engineering

• Nuclear Engineering

• Power Engineering

• Software Engineering

• Water Resources Engineering

• Computer Studies & Information Technology (IT)

• Artificial Intelligence (AI)

• Computer Science

• Cyber Security

• Data Science

• Information Technology

• Software Development

• Training Technology

• Web Development/Programming

• Business Studies

• Accounting

• Actuarial Science

• Business Administration

• Business Management

• Business Technology

• Commerce

• Economics

• Finance

• Human Resources

• Marketing

• Mathematics

• Project Management

• Risk Management

• Sociology

• Supply Chain Management

• Health & Medical Physics

• Health & Safety (Occupational / Work Place)

• Bioscience

• Radiation Science

• Environmental Science

• Communications

• Graphics Design

• Media Content Creator

• Multimedia

• Public Relations

• Legal Studies

• Corrections

• Conservation and Environmental Law

• Criminology

• Law and Security

• Police Foundations

• Educational Studies

• Adult Learning with Technology

• Education (Adult or Bach of Education)

• e-Learning Program Development

• Learning & Development

The following skills will be considered an asset for their applicable roles:

• Microsoft PowerBI, Excel, and Powerpoint

• C++, Python, Java, SQL, #NET, Auger, Azure, AutoCAD, SolidWork, Data Analytics

• Multimedia Design, Videography, Photography, Social Media and Digital Marketing

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

 All students must:

• Be currently enrolled as a full-time, post-secondary student in a recognized institution.

• Have completed a minimum of 1st year in college OR an undergraduate program at university by the start of the opportunity.

• Have a minimum average of 70% cumulative GPA.

• Be returning to full-time studies in the same program following the completion of the work term OR require the work term or co-op placement to graduate.

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct. 

What Makes a Career at OPG Different?

As Ontario’s largest clean energy generator, we’re building, expanding, and innovating the equipment and technology that keeps Ontario powered with clean, reliable energy. At OPG, our values are our strengths.  They are fundamental truths about our organization that don’t change: 

Safety – it’s our business

Integrity – always lead with integrity

Excellence – never satisfied with good enough

Inclusion – working together for powerful outcomes

Innovation - creativity accelerates possibility

Here's why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you:

• Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide

• Long-term career growth and development opportunities

• Electricity is vital to the province and OPG’s clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors.

Our promise to you:

• We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.

• A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.

• Opportunities to stretch and develop.

• Offer different ways for you to give back to communities where we operate.

• Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses.

• We support employment equity, diversity and inclusion.

Are you ready to start a career that has the power to electrify life on and off the job? Apply now.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Submit your application online at https://jobs.opg.com/ by 11:59 p.m. E.S.T., May 20, 2024. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

All applications must include the following:

• Resume and cover letter and most recent unofficial transcript (uploaded as one file under 'Resume')

• Failure to provide your unofficial transcript will result in your application not being considered.

If you’re selected for an interview you will need to provide a Declaration of Eligibility from your college or university.

All employees must achieve and maintain a valid security clearance. An offer of employment is conditional upon achieving successful security clearance.

OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.