What are the responsibilities and job description for the Geophysics Summer Student position at Tetra Tech Careers?
The Opportunity:
Tetra Tech is adding a Geophysics Summer Student to our Geophysics team based in Edmonton, AB.
Why Tetra Tech:
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science™ to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.
Your Impact:
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
Your Role:
- This role will be an hourly contract starting May - August, 2025.
- Support a large variety of geophysical projects.
- Work with other team members to collect geophysics data, including, but not limited to, seismic refraction, MASW, ERT, electromagnetics, downhole, non-destructive testing, and GPR.
- Field troubleshooting and equipment maintenance.
- Process geophysical data collected in the field.
- Assist with safety and logistics planning.
- Work closely with other team members to deliver assignments on schedule and within budget.
- Represent Tetra Tech as a leading industry expert when interfacing with our clients.
- Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
- Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
- Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
- Additional duties as required.
Qualifications:
- Current enrollment in an undergraduate geophysics or geology program at an accredited post-secondary institution.
- Must have completed 3rd or 4th year of studies.
- Willingness to learn and take initiative.
- Positive attitude and sense of adventure.
- Adaptable to different work environments and ability to work with diverse teams.
- Aptitude for working long hours outside in all conditions.
- Must be physically capable of performing the manual labour duties required, including carrying and lifting heavy equipment while navigating steep terrain.
- Must possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License and must provide a current driver's abstract upon hire.
- Safety courses in First Aid, ATVs, WHMIS, and H2S Alive will be an advantage.
- Travel will be required in this position, and candidates must be prepared to undertake field assignments for up to 24 consecutive days at a time.
Life at Tetra Tech:
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
- Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
- We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.
About Tetra Tech:
Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:
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