Meteorologist Occupational Training Program

Meteorologist Occupational Training Program

Environment and Climate Change Canada - Meteorological Service of Canada (MSC)

Closing date : January 19, 2026 - 23 : 59, Pacific Time

Reference number

DOE25J-010515-001520 Selection process number

25-DOE-HRPROG-EA-664178 Location

Edmonton (Alberta), Vancouver (British Columbia), Winnipeg (Manitoba), Oromocto (New Brunswick), Gander (Newfoundland and Labrador), Dartmouth (Nova Scotia), Ottawa (Ontario), Toronto (Ontario), Dorval (Québec), Montréal Island (Québec) Salary

$56,572 to $74,023 - Note that the salary for MT‑01 to MT‑03 ranges from $56,572 to $113,981. Level

MT-01 Who can apply

Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad. Organization information

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About the position

Duties

The Meteorological Service of Canada (MSC) recruits new meteorologists to maintain or augment its workforce. The Meteorologist Occupational Training Program (MOTP) for Intern Meteorologists (MT-01) and Developmental Meteorologists (MT-02) allows for the training, development, and certification to the MT-03 level of new recruits. Highly experienced Operational Meteorologists (MT-03) are the primary source of the meteorological and scientific workforce within the MSC and Environment and Climate Change Canada as a whole. This selection process is targeted at recruiting meteorologists for initial entry into the operations stream as well as identifying suitable candidates for eventual careers in the Research and Development stream thereafter. Training Locations within the Meteorologist Occupational Training Program : MT-01 Meteorologist Intern : approximately 7 to 8 months in classroom at one of the following work locations :

• English : Montreal, QC and / or Edmonton, AB
• French : Montreal, QCPlus approximately 3 additional months of on-the-job training (shift work) at one of the locations listed below :
• Vancouver - British Columbia
• Edmonton - Alberta
• Winnipeg - Manitoba
• Toronto - Ontario
• Ottawa - Ontario
• Dorval - Quebec
• Montreal - Quebec
• Oromocto - New Brunswick
• Dartmouth - Nova Scotia
• Gander - Newfoundland and LabradorIf you are selected, as an MT-01 you will first be assigned to one of the two training centres located in Montreal (Quebec) or Edmonton (Alberta) for a period of approximately 7 to 8 months. Upon completion of this training in classroom, as an MT-01, an MT-02 and then an MT-03, you may be relocated to one of the Meteorological Service of Canada Centres as listed above. Work environment

There exists a variety of career opportunities for meteorologists at Environment and Climate Change Canada following completion of the MOTP. Some choose to specialize in operational meteorology, service delivery, training or in management. Others choose to specialize in the development of weather models or the technological transfer from research to operations. You could work, as part of multidisciplinary teams, in different fields related to atmospheric and environmental predictions including weather forecasts, oceanography, hydrology, air quality, ice forecasts, climatology and seasonal forecasts, etc. once you complete the initial developmental phase.In addition to the operational stream, the MSC is interested in identifying and developing meteorologists interested in the science, development, and research field. This specialization would be offered to candidates after they complete the MOTP at the MT-03 level (typically after 30 months of development at the MT-01 and MT-02 levels). Applicants with an interest in this Research and Development (R&D) specialization (including numerical and AI-based weather prediction and environmental modelling, data assimilation, and / or computer science) are encouraged to indicate this in their cover letter. The Canadian Centre for Meteorological and Environmental Prediction (CCMEP), located in Dorval, Quebec, is the R&D centre responsible for MSC's numerical weather and environmental prediction systems. Intent of the process

An anticipatory pool of qualified candidates will be created and may be used to make appointments on an indeterminate (permanent) basis at the MT-01 level.Furthermore, if candidates who already occupy positions as indeterminate employees of the core public administration are selected within this process, acting appointments, assignments and secondments could be made in the course of the developmental program. Important messages

1. Acknowledgment of receipt of applications will not be sent. We will contact candidates when the screening process is completed. Communication for this process will only be sent via email. As the applicant, it is your responsibility to ensure accurate contact information is provided and that you inform our office via email of any updates. Ensure you include an email address you can access from home and that it accepts email from unknown users. You are encouraged to check your email on a regular basis, including your junk mail folder. All communication relating to this process, including e-mail correspondence and responses to screening questions, may be used in the assessment of qualifications, including the ability to communicate effectively in writing2. In addition to your online application, it is important to note that you MUST additionally provide the following information via email to a : A- Your transcript(s) for undergraduate and / or graduate studies showing a detailed list of courses (with complete titles) of all courses taken, courses that you are currently taking or will be taking this academic year. These transcripts must demonstrate that you meet the essential education criteria (mandatory meteorology, and other courses). If you meet assets, you need to send the transcript(s) associated with those assets as well. We require official transcripts for those candidates who have already completed their educational program, otherwise unofficial screenshots of transcripts in-progress will suffice until completion of the degree or certificate.B- A copy of your diploma(s), if the program of study is completed. An original copy may be requested. 3. A proof of Canadian citizenship or permanent residency must be provided at a later date (birth certificate from a Canadian province or territory, valid Canadian passport, citizenship certificate or permanent resident card). People with a valid Canadian work permit residing temporarily in Canada can apply to the process but cannot receive an indeterminate / permanent job offer. 4. Candidates who pass the pre-selection process will be evaluated using several tools. A passing score will be established for each of the essential qualifications. Obtaining the passing score should not be considered a guarantee of being called to the next stage of the assessment process. A cut-off score or a top-down approach may be used if there are enough candidates to fill the needs. Assessments will take place in February, March, and April 2026. 5.

You must complete your application and future assessments independently without external help, including unauthorized internet resources or Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools (for example, Copilot, ChatGPT or any other form of AI).

You may be asked to explain or elaborate on your application or exam answers in a follow-up interview.

Any violation may be investigated and result in serious consequences, including the rejection of your application.6. The Initial Appointees Integrated Relocation Program stipulates that newly appointed employees to the Federal public service can claim expenses for relocation within the limitations of the program. Please refer to the Relocation Directive of the NJC at : ;lang=eng&merge=2 and the Initial Appointees Relocation Program at : .

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - The pool may also be used to staff positions that require a secret security clearance.

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OTHER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONSCandidates must clearly demonstrate IN THEIR COVER LETTER how they meet the education criteria listed below.EDUCATION

Graduation with a science degree (bachelor) from a recognized post-secondary institution with acceptable specialization in meteorology, physics and mathematics.

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Applied / assessed at a later date KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of the theories and principles of meteorology.COMPETENCIES

Language requirements (essential for the job)

Applied / assessed at a later date Various language requirements - MT-01 English Essential (Edmonton or Montreal) and French Essential (Montreal). Note : MT‑02 and MT‑03 — English Essential, French essential, Bilingual imperative or non-imperative BBB / BBB.

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You may need (asset qualifications)

May be applied / assessed at a later date ASSET QUALIFICATIONSWhile all essential qualifications have to be met, not all the asset qualifications and organizational needs advertised will necessarily be used when making any appointment from the process.Candidates must clearly demonstrate IN THEIR COVER LETTER how they meet the education and experience criteria listed in the assets qualifications if they do meet any. Failure to provide this information may result in the asset criteria being considered not met.EDUCATION

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EXPERIENCE

(See the section "Equity, diversity and inclusion")

Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

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Equity, diversity and inclusion

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

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Selection may be limited to members of the following employment equity groups : Indigenous (Aboriginal) peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women.

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