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• Job Title: Co-Op Student – Project Delivery Substation
• Date Posted: November 14th, 2025
• Closing Date: November 30th, 2025
• Job Type: Student
• Location: Calgary
• We power Alberta. Our transmission lines deliver electricity to millions of Albertans 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When you’re on our team, you’re supporting our province’s homes, farms, businesses and industries by providing safe, reliable and cost-effective service. Whether working in the field or in the office, every AltaLinker contributes to keeping the lights on.
• As a member of the Berkshire Hathaway Energy family, we are part of a global group of companies delivering sustainable electricity and utility services to customers worldwide. Our exceptional customer service, commitment to the environment, and world-class safety record makes us a leader in our industry.
• Today, the transmission system is more important than ever. As we connect new sources of renewable energy to the grid and support Alberta’s energy transition to net-zero emissions, AltaLink’s transmission system is the backbone of the changing electricity system. With our head office in Calgary, and regional offices in Greater Edmonton, Red Deer and Lethbridge, we have central and southern Alberta covered.
• We offer work with meaning, incredible opportunities for development and to contribute to your community. Join our team!

Summary

• Note: The start date for this position is September 2026. The length of the term is 12 months until August 2027.
• AltaLink’s Substation Project Delivery Group is currently looking for a Co-op/Internship student who will assist in the delivery of capital projects. The primary focus will be to manage the design, cost, quality, schedule, and safety for multiple substation and Transmission Line projects. The Project Delivery team is accountable for the delivery of AltaLink’s Capital Replacement and Upgrade program. This program has a total budget of $120 million and consists of approximately 500 projects per year. Working within the Project Delivery Department, the successful candidate will assist the team in identifying and developing solutions to power system operational issues to ensure the safe, efficient and reliable real-time operation of AltaLink's transmission system.

Responsibilities

The following activities will be performed under the guidance of an experienced AltaLink Project Manager

• Assist in the management of consultants and construction contractors. Includes the creation of schedules, contract documents and the review of invoices.
• With a commitment to Safety and Environment, actively manage and report on Safety and Environment.
• Assist in financial management of projects and the creation of monthly cost forecasts.
• Assist in the creation of applications for regulatory approvals.
• Regular site visits to audit construction activities and progress.
• Manage and coordinate multiple customers and changing priorities.
• Manage and communicate with consultants and AltaLink project team members on project scope, objectives, accountabilities and commitments.
• All candidates must demonstrate key behaviors and meet identified expectations outlined in our four cultural pillars – one team, continuous improvement, customer focus and personal accountability.

Qualifications

• An Engineering student who has completed two or more years of study and is enrolled in a Co-Op/Internship program at a recognized University.
• A valid Alberta Class 5 driver's license.
• Experience working with Substation engineering/construction would be an asset. Project Management experience would be an asset.
• Working knowledge of MS Office, Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Superior organizational and time management skills.
• Capable of managing multiple competing priorities.
• Experience working in SAP would be an asset.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interface with team members and customers to promote positive customer outcomes.
• Proven track record of good attendance and job performance.

Notes

• Candidates chosen for interviews will be asked to provide their unofficial transcripts.
• Internal candidates can submit their resume internally via https://referrals.workable.com/altalink/jobs/
• External candidates can submit their application via Workable externally at AltaLink - Current Openings (workable.com).
• AltaLink employees should be aware that we may contact your manager during the selection process. Some positions may require job specific assessments, regular criminal record checks, additional AltaLink training, medical assessments, annual drivers abstract, and drug tests. Please contact the Hiring Manager or Recruiter for further clarification if required.
• We thank all candidates for their interest in a career with AltaLink, however, only candidates being considered for an interview will be contacted.
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• At AltaLink, we celebrate diversity and inclusion. We are committed to fair employment practices, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, family status, source of income, sexual orientation or any other category protected by applicable provincial or federal law.
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