University Co-Op Student - Environmental Services

51088-Toronto-Temporary
12 Months

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!

• Assist in environmental planning, environmental science, environmental assessment, approvals or permits for electrical infrastructure projects by performing duties such as creating stakeholder contact lists, compiling consultation logs, reviewingenvironmental reports, sending notification of environmental assessments to stakeholders, assisting in the preparation of materials for Community Information Centres, contracting environmental studies and assessingenvironmental effects and possible mitigation measures
• Updating information on GIS
• Interact with environmental planners, project managers, engineering design and construction staff.
• Assist conducting of Environmental Planning activities, contracting environmental studies, and assessingenvironmental effects and possible mitigation measures
• Collect and assembly information for approvals under the Ontario Environmental Protection Act for emissionsources at transmission and distribution stations,
• Assist with retaining environmental technical consultants for EA, archaeology or related studies
• Assist in the development of the SharePoint files and consultation software. Support Planners and Managerswith various initiatives

Position will provide you with the following professional development:

• Working as a member of the Environmental Services Department
• Understanding environmental planning, assessment, permits and approvals for electrical infrastructure projects
• Application of environmental legislation and regulations compliance to projects

• Completed 3rd year of university degree in Environmental Studies / Science / Engineering, Urban Planning and/or equivalent
  
  Skills to compile data and work independently on environmental engineering approvals, Environmental Compliance Approvals, Environmental Activity and Sector Registry approvals, and construction related environmental permits
• Ability to compile data and work independently on projects GIS experience would be considered an asset
• Familiar with natural heritage and SAR
• Flexibility and ability to work as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail
• Good oral and written communications skills
• Previous work experience or Volunteer work in the environmental field is an asset.
• Ability to follow templates for writing operation manuals, estimates or other reports
• Self-Starter / Takes initiative.
• Having high initiative, excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills and interpersonal skills

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.

As part of our commitment to building a thoughtful and values-driven team, we encourage you to create your application materials—such as your resume, cover letter, and any written or oral responses—without the use of AI tools.

We’re genuinely interested in hearing your story, in your own words. Your personal voice, experiences, and perspective help us understand how you might contribute to our team and culture.

Thank you for taking the time to share your authentic self with us.

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.

At Hydro One we understand…