Engineering Summer Student, Event Analysis

Description

TheOperations Planning & Event Analysisteam withinourGrid Reliabilitydivisionis looking for a full-time Engineering Summer Student to join our team for a 4-month term, May to August 2026. In this position, you willgain hands-on experience under the guidance of professional engineers to support the design,developmentand enhancement of data tools to aid with power system events analysis in the Alberta Electric Interconnected System.

Please note that this position islocatedat our NWoffice in Calgary, Alberta, which is not transit accessible. You will need access to a reliable vehicle to transport yourself to and from work.

Keyaccountabilities:

• Support the design, development, and enhancement of system monitoring tools, data analysis,and display tools.

• Build and improve data pipelines, workflows, and interfaces that increase the accuracy, accessibility, and consistency of SCADA (PI System) and PMU data analysis.

• Develop scripts or tools to automate big data processing, validation, and integration.

Signs you will enjoy this role:

• You get energized by building efficient, well-designed technical solutions.

• You have a curious, analytical mindset and enjoy digging into complex data problems.

• You’reexcited to learn how real time SCADA data supports power system reliability and real-world decision making.

• You appreciate support and guidance from seasoned professionals as part of a larger team.

• You appreciate well-structured databases, automation, and process improvements.

• You enjoy juggling multiple tasks, exploring new tools, and contributing to technical projects.

• You appreciate working in a fully supported hybrid work environment.

Qualifications:

• Completion of at least third year coursework in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Science/analytics, ora relatedprogram.

• Eager to work on real data challenges with real system impact.

• Experience with Microsoft SharePoint and Power Platforms (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI).

• Programming experience with Python, SQL, or similar languages.

• Basic understanding of power systems or the electricity industry.

• Familiarity with AI agents.

• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a service mindset.

• Positive attitude, willingness to learn, andopen tocreative initiatives for efficient solutions.

• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and integrity.

• Availability to work fulltime from May to August 2026.

Application deadline: April 4, 2026

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If you are contacted for a pre-screening and/or interview, please advise of any accommodation measures required to enable you to fully participate. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

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

The Alberta Electric System Operator, and its members, officers, employees and agents (collectively, the "AESO") is committed to protecting personal information provided to it. When you submit your personal information to the AESO for the purpose of pursuing employment with the AESO, the collection, use and disclosure of personal information is in accordance with the provisions of the (POPA) of Alberta.

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.