CC&L Infrastructure, an affiliate of CC&L Financial Group, is an experienced owner and active manager of infrastructure assets based in Toronto, Ontario. We are dedicated to providing institutional and high-net-worth investors with direct access to portfolios of private infrastructure investments. Through the execution of disciplined investment strategies and an active management approach, we target infrastructure projects with highly attractive risk-return characteristics, long lives, and the potential to generate stable cash flows. Our diversified portfolio represents over $6 billion in assets under management and we own approximately 100 individual infrastructure facilities across Canada, the United States, Bermuda and Chile. These investments include roads, rail, hospitals, airports, solar, hydro and wind generation facilities. With nearly 20 years of experience, we have a demonstrated track record of success and a plan for significant growth in the energy transition, transportation, and digital infrastructure sectors.
The Role
We are seeking a Hydro Operator Intern to join our Operations team for a 4-month term (May to August 2025). This is an exciting opportunity for a student looking to complete a co-op placement or summer internship and gain hands-on experience at an operating hydroelectric facility!
The position will be based out of one of our facilities in British Columbia with the opportunity for travel to other site locations for 1-2 weeks at a time. The base location is flexible and temporary relocation assistance may be available, pending eligibility. Site locations include:
- Bear Creek Hydro Facility near Sechelt, BC
- Long Lake Hydro Facility near Stewart, BC
- Trio Creek Hydro Facility near Harrison Lake, BC
Reporting to the Lead Operator, you will work closely with and learn from a group of highly skilled and multidisciplinary operators while contributing to the delivery of green energy to the provincial transmission grid. If you have a can-do attitude, a willingness to learn, and appreciate beautiful and diverse Canadian geographies, this role is for you. By joining us, you will begin building the foundation for your future. For a closer look at our Internship Program and how you can build your career with us, we invite you to explore our website.
What do we offer a Hydro Operator Intern?
Through regular site visits, you will develop skills and knowledge related to the day-to-day operations and maintenance of the operating hydroelectric facility. You will receive all required training and support to ensure a safe, productive and impactful learning experience. As a Hydro Operator Intern, you will:
- Work with the Site Operations Team to optimize generation, while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Respond, as part of the team, to any alarms or incidents that may occur at the facility.
- Assist with the regular maintenance, monitoring, troubleshooting and repairs of equipment on-site (e.g. mechanical or electrical systems and/or vehicles and other equipment used on site).
- Assist in the maintenance and organization of various reports and procedures (e.g. operation, production, procedures, safety plans, training, and maintenance records).
- Assist any contractors or subtrades hired to do work at the facilities during planned and unplanned maintenance tasks.
- Assist with procurement, pickup and delivery of components required for the facility operations.
- Maintain roadways onsite, including snow removal, brushing, grading ditching, and culvert maintenance.
- Maintain buildings and grounds, including vegetation control, brush control and landscaping.
- Keep the facility safe, clean, and presentable at all times.
- Conduct oneself in a manner that maintains the Owner’s good standing with the public, government authorities, First Nations, and all other stakeholders.
What You Bring
- Education: You are currently enrolled in or have recently graduated from a college or university program with a focus on engineering, skilled trades and/or a related field (e.g. electrician, millwrighting, instrumentation, power and controls, etc.).
- Key Skills: You are able to read electrical, mechanical, or civil schematics and possess an analytic mindset for troubleshooting industrial type applications. You are comfortable with technology and computers and are proficient with Microsoft Office based programs (e.g. Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, etc.). You must be physically able to carry out the tasks associated with the role, including lifting up to 80lbs.You are a reliable self-starter with a willingness to learn and work as a contributing team member.
- Health & Safety: You are comfortable working with a small team in remote wilderness settings; you possess or are willing to acquire all required safety training (e.g. first aid, boat safety, wildlife avoidance and outdoor survival skills, etc.).
- Other Requirements: You must be able to live and work near Sechelt, Stewart or Harrison Lake, BC and possess a valid BC Class 5 driver’s license, with a clean abstract. Availability for on-call responses to site, as part of a 3-person team is required. Candidates based out of Stewart, BC must possess a valid passport and/or necessary visa entry documentation to travel to the US, as travel between Canada and the US is required for this location.
About CC&L Financial Group
At Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group Ltd., we understand the value of opportunity – for our clients and our team. Independent and employee-owned, we partner with investment professionals to grow successful asset management businesses, giving them the space to innovate and truly make an impact.
With more than 40 years of history and offices across Canada and in the US, the UK and India, CC&L Financial Group and our multi-boutique family of affiliate firms collectively manage over $133 billion in assets, providing a diverse range of traditional and alternative investment products and solutions to institutional, high-net-worth and retail clients.
For more information, please visit: Connor, Clark & Lunn Financial Group.
To Apply
CC&L is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or expression, disability, or age.
To apply for this position, please use the link provided and submit your cover letter, resume and transcript in PDF format. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, but only those candidates shortlisted for interviews will be contacted. No telephone calls or recruitment agencies will be accepted.
The hourly pay range for this position is $18.00 - $27.00/hr. Further questions may be directed to the HR team during the interview process.
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