University Co-op Student - Environmental Planning - Summer

University Co-op Student - Environmental Planning - 12 Months - Toronto - Summer 2025

Date: Jan 2, 2026

Location: Toronto, ON, CA

Hiring salary range: $2,064.34 - $3,189.88 / 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!

Our team is responsible for Environmental planning, environmental science, environmental assessment, approvals or permits. We are seeking a highly motivated Environmental Planning Co-op student.

• Working towards a four-year university degree in environmental studies, planning, natural sciences, engineering or related field.
• Knowledge and experience in environmental planning, coordinating and conducting environmental assessments and field planning.
• Requires a strong understanding of natural environment features and ecosystems to allow for timely, appropriate, and compliant environmental planning and implementation of environmental mitigation plans for construction.
• Strong understanding of environmental issues and legislative requirements (Ontario Environmental Assessment Act, Ontario Environmental Protection Act, Provincial Policy Statement, Ontario Water Resources Act, Ontario Public Lands Act, municipal environmental development requirements, other environmental legislation).
• Understanding of soil and groundwater assessment, site remediation and assessment / mitigation of Designated Substances.
• Experience undertaking environmental studies in one or more of the following areas:natural heritage (including SAR), hydrology, hydrogeology, socioeconomic, archaeology, heritage, and related fields.
• Experience with environmental permits, licenses, and approvals (provincial, municipal, and federal) and associated guidelines, standards and best practices associated with environmental assessments, permitting and construction effect mitigation.
• Experience working with regulatory agencies, Indigenous communities and members of the public.
• Knowledge and experience in ArcGIS or mapping software is preferred.

• Ability to navigate uneven terrain, walking longer distances and working outside during inclement weather may be required.
• Require overnight absences from home from time to time for site visits and meetings, and may require travel throughout Ontario.
• Ability to independently travel to local or remote sites, communicate with construction or other stakeholders and evaluate situation and develop/implement mitigation plans.
• Strong technical writing for preparation of environmental management reports, manuals, specifications and tender documents.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with Windows software (MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint).
• Requires a high level of initiative, strong communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Strong team player and good interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work on multiple projects with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders and prepare technical reports.
• Ability to assimilate new tasks/information quickly and apply the skills to various situations.
• Ability to understand the business implications of decisions and the ability to strive to improve organizational performance.

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.

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