Summer 2025: Summer Student, Geospatial

Highlights of the job

We are hiring a Summer Student position working out of EPCOR Tower in downtown Edmonton to work with our Digital Insights GIS Team!

Position: Summer 2025: Summer Student, Geospatial

Term: Up to 8 month(s) (start date May 2025)

Year:Year two students of 2 year program

Discipline:Geographical Information System Program

The Coop, Geospatial will assist the Digital Insights GIS team by leveraging geospatial analytics to deliver specific deliverables to support EPCOR Water Services. This will include development of spatial data, thematic maps, sharing of spatial datasets with EWS internal clients, and spatial analysis as needed to support the EWS Situational Awareness Roadmap implementation and broader GIS support requests in EWS.

Who we are

Clean water and reliable electricity are at the heart of what we do. We proudly keep the lights on and the water flowing in over 100 communities across North America. With a rich 125-year history, EPCOR has ambitions to be one of North America’s premier providers of essential services, and we have the top employer and sustainability awards to prove it. If you’re looking for new opportunities, people who care and work that matters, apply today to find a career where you matter more. Check out epcor.com/careers to find out more.

What you’d be responsible for

• Data conversion tasks in support of Kananaskis area water treatment facility
• Supporting GIS analysts in delivering support and training to staff across EWS for geospatial analysis (ArcGIS) and mobile work force management tool (GeoFIT). 

The successful candidate will gain an understanding of:

• Spatial data creation using FME and ArcGIS Pro data conversion tools
• Quality control approaches to data creation
• Corporate level Enterprise Portal structure and management
• EPCOR culture and how water utilities operate

Work experience will include:

• Practice presenting to colleagues
• Understanding of GIS data structure

What’s required to be successful

• Must be working on a diploma or degree in Geography, GIS, Engineering, or related field from a recognized school or institute of technology.
• Experience in customer service role.
• Exceptional communication skills with good English written and verbal communication skills. 
• Hands-on experience with ESRI products (preferably ArcGIS Pro 2.x or higher) through post-secondary coursework
• Hands-on experience with FME
• Oracle database query knowledge an asset
• Our ideal candidate takes initiative and ownership of their responsibilities, driving tasks forward with purpose and enthusiasm. You’re always looking for ways to improve and grow, embracing change with flexibility and ease. Integrity guides everything you do, and you thrive in collaborative environments, working closely with others to achieve shared success. You bring out the best in your team and approach challenges with a positive, can-do attitude.

Other important facts about this job

Jurisdiction: CSU52 ; Grade: SEP-T

Hours of work: 8 hours/day; 40 hours/week, Monday to Friday

SEP-T Hourly Rates for 2025: $34.84 per hour; Final Wage and Step will be determined at the time of selection and is subject to change based on the ratification of the new Collective Agreement.

Application deadline: March 24, 2025

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

On Team EPCOR, we believe in building an engaging, inclusive and diverse work culture that inspires creative thinking, innovation and adds value to our communities. Our organization is a place where everyone is welcome, and where you can bring your whole self to work.

When you join our team, you’ll find a workplace where all opinions, beliefs and lifestyles matter. We encourage you to apply and are happy to provide reasonable accommodation during the selection process to meet your needs.

Please note the following information:

• A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)
• If you are considered for the position, clearance on all applicable background checks (which may include criminal, identity, educational, and/or credit) and professional reference checks is required. Some EPCOR positions require an enhanced level of background assessment, which is dictated by law. These positions require advanced criminal record checks that must also be conducted from time to time after commencement of employment.
• A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.
• To meet the physical demands required of some positions, candidates must be in good physical condition and willing to work in all weather conditions. Clearance on pre-placement medical and drug and alcohol testing may be required.