University Co-Op Student - Outage Planning

University Co-Op Student - Outage Planning, 16 Months, Barrie, May 2026

Date: Jan 2, 2026

Location: Barrie, ON, CA

Hiring salary range: $2,064.34 - $3,189.88 / bi-weekly

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

The Outage Planning department is a key member of Hydro One’s commitment to decarbonizing the grid. If you to get meaning work experience with major capital projects ($1B per year), then this Co-op opportunity could be for you.

Working with our dedicated team of professionals, you will develop plans to deliver major electrical projects from conceptual stages to a completed product that will serve Ontarians for years to come.

We are looking for a dynamic self-starter, capable of working independently in assisting our team supporting capital projects. This exciting opportunity will expose you to areas of project planning, practical AutoCAD usage, stations work environment and travel to various project sites throughout the province.

The Outage Planning department provides support in project planning, coordinating construction activities and ensuring a safe work area for personnel.

• Drafting staging plans using AutoCAD.
• Gain an understanding in the Utility Work Protection Code (UWPC).
• General office duties as required.
• Participate in project meetings (some travel may be required).
• Gain valuable exposure in the following areas:
• Stations and Lines Construction services.
• Stations Maintenance and Protection and Control.
• Operating.
• Project Delivery.

• Proficient in MS office suite.
• Proficient in AutoCAD.
• Able to work in an office and field environment.
• Able to travel.
• Team player.
• Enrolled in an Electrical Engineering Technology program.

Hydro One requires that all students applying for student opportunities be enrolled in post‑secondary level studies and be returning to full‑time studies upon the completion of their work term. Exceptions will be made in cases where students require a work term in order to graduate.

Only applications submitted via Hydro One's career page will be accepted.

If you are an international student, please ensure you have obtained a proper work permit and a Social Insurance Number (SIN). Speak with your school’s career centre if you have any questions about acquiring this documentation.

Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

AutoCAD, CAD, Drafting, Electrical Engineering, Electrical, Engineering