GIS Development Student

Full-time
On-site
Bruce Power Canada

Job Posting Start Date:

2024-12-10

Job Posting End Date:

2025-01-05

At Bruce Power, you’ll experience the meaningful work of advancing Ontario’s clean energy future and medical isotope innovation while contributing to a culture of excellence. Step into an inclusive and dynamic environment that values collaboration, encourages bold ideas and empowers you to make a real difference.

From safely delivering clean, reliable power to families and businesses across the province and cancer-fighting medical isotopes around the world to supporting challenging and innovative nuclear projects like our multi-year Life Extension Program, we offer interesting and impactful opportunities. Ongoing training and development are part of every job, providing constant growth and skill-building potential.

Be a part of the team — our future is bright!

Available Work Terms: (4-month and 8-month placements)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Use of Geomatics technology (GIS, GPS and remote sensing) to manage GIS databases and processes that support asset management and capital planning.

  • Maintain and update maps and GIS applications

  • Expand catalogue of solutions through ESRI apps

  • Assist in integration of the GIS with other software vendors

  • Field work (data collection and surveying)

  • Other duties as required

Skills and Knowledge:

  • Advanced use of the ESRI ArcGIS software

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • Public speaking skills

  • Strong organizational and planning abilities

  • Strong computer skills

  • Good analytical skills

  • Demonstrates strong learning agility

  • Knowledge of spatial analysis, metadata and principles of relational databases

  • Dependable and self-motivated

  • Ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a team

  • A strong understanding of safety in the workplace

  • Comfortable working in the field (surveying and data collection)

We seek students that:

  • Are eligible and available for a (4-month or 8-month) work term placement beginning May 2025

  • Solid academic performance with a G.P.A. equivalent to 3.0 or higher

  • Current post-secondary studies in one of the following programs and will return to school upon completion of their work term

  • Specialization in GIS/Geomatics

Why should you consider a co-op term at Bruce Power?

  • At Bruce Power, safety is our top priority.

  • We offer opportunities for long-term career growth and development, ensuring that you are involved in meaningful project work.

  • You'll have the chance to meet our senior leadership team and participate in networking sessions organized by our recruitment team, allowing you to connect with individuals from all over the business.

  • We also organize extracurricular activities and events to foster a sense of community among our students.

  • Additionally, we are committed to supporting our community and have established partnerships with our local Indigenous community.

Are you ready for a change?

Please complete the online application and attach a cover letter and resume, indicating your education and experience as it relates to this opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application and will be in contact with you, should you be selected for an interview.

The successful candidate will be selected based on related and required education, experience, knowledge and skills, a competency-based interview, and background reference checks.

As one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Bruce Power is committed to promoting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion where workers feel valued for their uniqueness and are recognized for their individual differences, talents and skills. Diversity, equity and inclusion is critical to our business as we recognize that our people are our greatest resource. To support our inclusive workplace culture, we welcome and encourage everyone to apply.