Student, Interactive Geoscience

**Location:** Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta The Student, Interactive Geoscience, will help bring Alberta’s subsurface geology to life in a virtual environment. You will combine geoscience knowledge with digital design and game-based visualization, using tools like Minecraft and other visualization platforms to build interactive models that showcase geological formations, structures, and processes in an engaging, educational, and gamified way. You will collaborate with geoscientists to translate real-world data into immersive experiences that communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys blending science, gaming, technology, and creativity. Ability to automate repetitive tasks programmatically. Experience customizing blocks to represent geological units and understanding map projections and Minecraft XYZ coordinates for precise placement of real-world data is preferred.Familiarity with programming, Minecraft, and FME, including world editing, large-scale terrain manipulation, and adding interactive elements is an asset. Experience in building games and digital models is an asset. Capable of documenting model-building processes for reproducibility and translating geoscience knowledge from subject matter experts into engaging models. Familiarity with Alberta geology and fundamental geological concepts, particularly stratigraphy and mineral resources, is an asset. Strong creativity and communication skills, with the ability to make models visually intuitive for non-geologists. Should an individual with the required qualifications not be available, applicants with closely related qualifications may be considered. As a result, the position may be redesigned and/or reclassified. **What we offer you:**Engagement Activities - Participate in workshops, seminars, and social events to enhance your skills and personal growth.Skill Development - Hone your skills and contribute to meaningful projects. **Make a difference. Be in great company.** At the AER, a career goes beyond the paycheck. It’s an opportunity to follow your passion, apply your skills and make a meaningful difference in service of Albertans. We offer a competitive total rewards package, along with hybrid work and flexible work hours for eligible positions so you can thrive both personally and professionally. As the province’s sole regulator of oil, oil sands, natural gas, geothermal, minerals, and coal resource development, the AER’s responsibilities are notably diverse. It makes sense that our workforce is too. From scientists and field inspectors to regulatory analysts and engagement specialists, we seek talented people with strong technical and interpersonal skills, who share our commitment for doing what’s right. **Our Commitment to** **Diversity and Inclusion** At the AER, our values of Accountability, Collaboration, Transparency, and Trust & Respect are foundational to our culture – a culture where every individual, regardless of background or identity of race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected factors, thrives and contributes their unique perspectives.We strive to create a community where people are treated fairly, feel connected to each other, and can bring their authentic selves to the office every day. If you require accommodation during the interview process, contact us at PeopleServices@aer.ca. We will handle your request as confidentially as possible. For additional information, refer to the FAQs available . If you're having trouble logging into the application tool, use the ‘Forgot Password’ button on the Sign-In page to reset your password. For other technical issues with submitting your application, contact us at PeopleServices@aer.ca.
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