University Co-op Student - Distribution Work Management - 12-16 months - Barrie - Fall 2026

51610 - Barrie - Temporary 12-16 months

Hiring salary range: $2,136.59 - $3,301.53 / bi-weekly

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

Job Duties:

• Assist in ongoing project management support of Distribution lines and/or Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) projects.
• Assist in creating documentation for requests for quote (RFQs) and requests for proposal (RFPs) during the procurement stage of projects.
• Receive assignments from supervisors on problems related to assigned area of work.
• Research available resources and contacts and propose effective recommendations.
• Assist in the analysis of problems and develop strategies and preferred solutions; and assist in the delivery of the solution through suppliers and service providers.
• Assist in managing small- and large-scale deliverables in a cross functional team.
• Gather, consolidate, analyze and present project data (metrics, project status, financial) in spreadsheets and dashboards to improve decision making Prepare comprehensive reports and specifications for projects and programs.
• Work with others, including different project managers, as required.
• Assist in managing and tracking project budget and status; report on variances and assist in redirection of programs and projects.
• Assist in driving project success through timely update requests.
• Perform other duties as required.

This job will provide you with the following professional development:

• Develop project and program management skills
• Skills to set up and conduct efficient meetings
• Develop the skills to write effective briefing notes
• Understand how to analyze financial data and its importance for making business decisions
• Effective communication and writing skills
• Knowledge of power systems and deployment of new investments and infrastructure
• Experience supporting programs and projects utilizing the Capital Project Delivery Model
• Opportunity to implement technical writing and problem-solving skills
• Learn from a diverse group of project managers and mentors
• Develop strong organizational and effective time management skills
• First-hand experiences through site visits and in-field information sessions

Selection Criteria:

• Currently in 2nd year or 3rd year of a 4-year Engineering, Business or Finance program (Project Management focus an asset).
• A valid driver's license.
• Requires knowledge of technical writing to prepare effective reports.
• Requires knowledge of engineering and/or business administration and financial reporting.
• Requires mathematics, information technology, analytical studies related to the application, design, and performance of the transmission/distribution system.
• Demonstrated strong communication, organization, and planning skills.
• Ability to function effectively as a team member with a demonstrated ability to be an agent of change.
• Strong working knowledge of SharePoint, Microsoft Office (Visio/Excel/Word/PowerPoint), SAP, etc is an asset.
• PMP certification an asset
• Requires excellent analytical, written, and oral communication skills.

Hydro One requires that all students applying for student opportunities be enrolled in post-secondary level studies and be returning to full-time studies upon the completion of their work term. Exceptions will be made in cases where students require a work term in order to graduate. Only applications submitted via Hydro One's career page will be accepted.

As part of our commitment to building a thoughtful and values-driven team, we encourage you to create your application materials—such as your resume, cover letter, and any written or oral responses—without the use of AI tools.

We’re genuinely interested in hearing your story, in your own words. Your personal voice, experiences, and perspective help us understand how you might contribute to our team and culture.

Thank you for taking the time to share your authentic self with us.

If you are an international student, please ensure you have obtained a proper work permit and a Social Insurance Number (SIN). Speak with your school’s career centre if you have any questions about acquiring this documentation.

At Hydro One we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

Thank you for considering a career with Hydro One, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email careers@hydroone.com. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

Please note this email is only for accommodation requests. Resumes sent to this email address will not be considered.

We are honoured to be recognized by Forbes in its list of Canada’s Best Employers for 2026.

"Employer of the year 2026"

Deadline: May 25, 2026

*Please note that students are to apply to a maximum of 3 co-op positions per term.

The base salary for this role considers a variety of factors, including candidates' knowledge, skills, experience, education, and any applicable collective agreement requirements for union-represented positions. Hydro One provides an extensive offering of programs to promote a culture of safety, wellbeing, inclusivity, and sustainability to enable our employees to be the best version of themselves. For management roles, compensation is based on the principle of pay-for performance compensation philosophy, and the amount of annual adjustments and incentive payments depends on how well you and the company perform (subject to plan terms). We encourage open dialogue about compensation with our Talent Acquisition Team, who can provide more detailed information specific to this role.

This posting is for an existing vacancy.

Hydro One uses AI tools to assist in the screening and assessing candidates for this role. Our use of AI does not replace human decision-making.

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We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Hydro One; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.