Operations Development Student

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At Bruce Power, you'll experience the meaningful work of advancing Ontario's clean energy future and medical isotope innovation while contributing to a culture of excellence. Step into an inclusive and dynamic environment that values collaboration, encourages bold ideas and empowers you to make a real difference.

From safely delivering clean, reliable power to families and businesses across the province and cancer-fighting medical isotopes around the world to supporting challenging and innovative nuclear projects like our multi-year Life Extension Program, we offer interesting and impactful opportunities. Ongoing training and development are part of every job, providing constant growth and skill-building potential.

Be a part of the team — our future is bright

Are you a university student eager to be a part of a world-class organization and gain hands-on experience in a professional team environment? 

We are dedicated to supporting your journey by providing a meaningful and professional work experience. The Bruce Power Student Program provides you with the opportunity to participate in a series of professional developmental workshops and to learn from Bruce Power leaders, all while acquiring essential work experience to help launch your career.

All Bruce Power (Tiverton Site) student opportunities for the May 2026 academic work terms are targeting in person placements. ** Ability to Travel to Site will be Required**.

Available Work Terms: 4-months, 8-months and 12-month placements (see application for details)

We have an exciting student opportunity for students currently enrolled in Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Chemical Engineering or Power Engineering. Students will have an opportunity to support our Operations department in various endeavours.

Key Responsibilities:

• Students will support daily Operations activities and integrate into daily operations of either Bruce A or the Bruce B station.

• Administrative assistance with Visual Management Board

• Assessment of department level performance on a daily / monthly basis to outline areas of improvement. 

• Monitoring critical data and backlogs for equipment performance / reliability data to identify trends.

• Assist in ensuring operations has all information equipment necessary to smoothly run our plant.

• Assist with new work coding.

• Scheduling and creating the operator challenge review meeting packages.

• Support outage and operator challenges and provide deficiency reporting

• Other duties as required

Skills and Knowledge:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong organizational and planning abilities

• Strong computer skills

• Demonstrates strong learning agility

• Dependable and self-motivated

• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a team

• A strong understanding of safety in the workplace

Education and Experience:

• Currently enrolled in a Nuclear Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or Power Engineering program

• Must be enrolled in a full-time post-secondary program

• Must have completed a minimum of one year post-secondary studies

• Must be returning full-time immediately following the work term to post-secondary studies or require a co-op term to graduate

Why should you consider a co-op term at Bruce Power?

• At Bruce Power, safety is our top priority.

• We offer opportunities for long-term career growth and development, ensuring that you are involved in meaningful project work.

• You'll have the chance to meet our senior leadership team and participate in networking sessions organized by our recruitment team, allowing you to connect with individuals from all over the business.

• We also organize extracurricular activities and events to foster a sense of community among our students.

• Additionally, we are committed to supporting our community and have established partnerships with our local Indigenous community.

Are you ready for a change?

Please complete the online application and attach a cover letter and resume, indicating your education and experience as it relates to this opportunity. We look forward to receiving your application and will be in contact with you, should you be selected for an interview. 

The successful candidate will be selected based on related and required education, experience, knowledge and skills, a competency-based interview, and background reference checks.

As one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Bruce Power is committed to promoting a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion where workers feel valued for their uniqueness and are recognized for their individual differences, talents and skills. Diversity, equity and inclusion is critical to our business as we recognize that our people are our greatest resource. To support our inclusive workplace culture, we welcome and encourage everyone to apply.