Process Analyst, Summer Student

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta's interconnected power grid and also facilitate Alberta's competitive wholesale electricity market. The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.

Job Description

Join us for an exciting opportunity at the AESO, where you'll be part of the team playing a crucial role in connecting new generation and load facilities to Alberta's grid. With the AESO, you'll help move real projects from concept to reality - supporting developers, industrial customers, and emerging technologies as they navigate the AESO's Connection Process. The Regulatory and Transmission Services team is responsible for developing and maintaining the AESO Connection Process, working with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the process is efficient and effective. Our team provides essential support for projects by optimizing processes, driving efficiency, and ensuring accuracy. You will gain hands-on experience in project management, regulatory analysis, stakeholder engagement, and process design.

Our Regulatory and Transmission Services team is looking for an enthusiastic student to join our team for a 4-month term between May and September in a Process Analyst role.  

The successful student will be mentored and supported while working closely with other analysts, project managers, engineers, and leaders to identify, analyze, and initiate process and document improvements.  This role will work closely with internal mentors to develop and maintain process documentation, templates and tools, while learning about Alberta's complex electricity ecosystem.

Signs you will enjoy working on this team:

• You are reliable and able to support the team on different initiatives.  

• You are driven and have good problem-solving skills.  

• You work well with limited direction, both independently and within a team environment. 

• You have an inquisitive mind and appreciate opportunities for innovation and continuous learning.    

• You have a desire and ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and multi-faceted environment.

• You enjoy working in a diverse atmosphere – our team and colleagues have varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Signs you will enjoy this role:

• You have strength in analytics and information synthesis.

• You create internal working relationships with ease.

• You have a high degree of attention to detail in all facets of your work.

• You demonstrate strong communication skills (written and verbal) and value the importance of preparing documentation (technical writing as well as process documentation).

• You are passionate about learning more about Alberta's electricity sector.

• You have a positive attitude and take initiative to offer creative solutions.

• You enjoy balancing multiple active files and projects.

You have:

• Completed at least 3 years towards a degree in business, science, policy, energy, or sustainability, or a related discipline

• Completion of a communication course with a focus in business or technical writing will be considered a strong asset

• Experience working with Microsoft Office suite including Excel and Word

• Great curiosity and interest in the electricity industry

• Strong analytical acumen and an aptitude for conveying complex information in a simple, relevant, and meaningful manner to different audiences

• Excellent time-management skills and self-driven initiative

• Availability to work full-time hours from May to August 2026

Application deadline: February 9, 2026. To be considered, please submit a resume and one-page cover letter as part of your application.

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The Alberta Electric System Operator is unable to accept unsolicited agency resumes.

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As noted, the AESO is mandated to maintain the safe and reliable operations of the provincial power grid. As part of meeting its obligations, the AESO may require the successful candidate to undergo a criminal background check for the position. This collection of personal information for the purposes of a check will be conducted in accordance with Section 4 of POPA.