Technical Internship Program Job Grande Prairie area,Alberta Canada,Engineering

Position: Technical Internship Program 2026

Are you an ambitious and motivated student who thrives in an environment powered by entrepreneurial spirit and an inspired vision for the future? We want you in our Technical – Internship Program!

ATCO has been recognized as one of Canada's Top Employers for Young People in both and . ATCO is community-based with global reach and, throughout our
-year history, we’ve worked in more than countries developing reliable integrated solutions. Our history has been shaped by imagination, courage, perseverance, and integrity – qualities that we seek in all potential employees. To learn more about what makes ATCO a one-of-a-kind employer visit to see all that we have to offer.

ATCO is hiring students who have completed one year in the Electrical and Wireless System (Communications) Technologist programs to join our Technical – Internship Program in positions throughout service areas in Alberta.

The Technical – Internship Program, runs from May to August , and is a great way to kick off an engaging career with us.

Relocation assistance may be provided to successful candidates.

Responsibilities of Electrical Technologist:

Assisting the Electrical Technologist Team Leader or Electrical Technologist Qualified with switching in substations, performing maintenance activities on substation equipment, working in isolated generation facilities in troubleshooting, completing repairs, construction, installation and commissioning of equipment.

Assist with commission testing, troubleshooting and repairs on distribution equipment.

Assist in responding to trouble calls related to equipment failures and alarms within transmission facilities.

Responsibilities of Wireless System (Communications) Technologist:

Under directive supervision of a more senior technologist or other professional; employees assist in designing, installing, commissioning, inspecting, maintaining, and troubleshooting of communications equipment including RF Carriers, IP Network mobile radios, fibre optics, cable and other systems.

Assist with maintenance of radio site support systems, this includes buildings, HVAC, tower structure, lighting and site grounds.

Qualifications:

Enrollment in an Electrical or Wireless System (Communications) Technologist program in a recognized Canadian educational institution.

Excellent computer skills and experience working with Microsoft Office Suite.

Ability to communicate verbally and in writing clearly and concisely, using appropriate technical vocabulary.

A valid Class driver's license is required.

ATCO Technical – Internship Program positions will be located across ATCO Electric Service Areas.

Nisku

Grande Prairie

Stettler

Fort Mc Murray

Bonnyville

ATCO Electric is part of ATCO Ltd. With approximately , employees and assets of $ billion, ATCO is a diversified global holding corporation with investments in Structures & Logistics (workforce housing, innovative modular facilities, construction, site support services, and logistics and operations management), Energy Infrastructure (electricity generation, transmission and distribution; natural gas transmission, distribution and infrastructure development; energy storage and industrial water solutions;

and electricity and natural gas retail sales), Transportation (ports and transportation logistics) and Commercial Real Estate. More information can be found at ATCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.


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