• Job Description

  Req#: 45301

  Status: Student Contract – Summer 2024

  Education Level: University or College, minimum 1st year completed

  Location(s): Cornwall, Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre, Ontario (100% On-Site)

  Number of Position(s): Multiple

  Shifts(s): Days

  Travel: Up to 10%

  Deadline to Apply: January 21, 2024

  Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow.

  Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history.

  Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job.

  ACCOMMODATIONS

  OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made.

  If you require information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact AODA@opg.com

  JOB OVERVIEW

  Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for dynamic, strategic and results-driven students to join our team in the role of Co-op / Developmental Student . We have multiple opportunities available at our Saunders Hydro Dam Visitor Centre location in Cornwall, Ontario. Please note that our Cornwall location is not public transit accessible . These positions are 100% on site and will require the successful candidate to live in the area. The work terms are four (4) months and start in May, 2024.

  As Ontario’s largest clean energy generator, OPG is committed to providing challenging opportunities in a work environment where safety is a fundamental value. Students will gain meaningful hands-on work experience that will complement their academic studies and offer insight into potential career paths. Students will be able to apply their knowledge, broaden their skills and make a valuable contribution to an organization that is vital to Ontario's success.

  The compensation rate for these positions starts at $25.83 per hour and will commensurate with experience.

  Opportunities are available to students specializing in Communications, Public Relations or Marketing & Media or other related fields of study.

  KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
  • Updating and maintaining our employee intranet news pages daily.
  • Creating content and enhancing employee intranet site.
  • Writing, photography, videography using hand-held camera, and layout/design support for employee communication vehicles.
  • Photo and video editing
  • Planning, organization, and delivery of employee and community events

  Preference may be given to the candidate who has the following skills and qualifications:
  • Strong public speaker (Tourism experience is an asset)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
  • Event planning experience.
  • Excellent proficiency with PowerPoint (Other Creative Suite experience is an asset)
  • Desktop publishing techniques.
  • Photography and videography skills.
  • Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines.
  • Leadership experience.
  • Organizational understanding.

  ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  All students must:

  • Be currently enrolled as a full-time, post-secondary student in a recognized institution.

  • Have completed a minimum of 1st year in college OR an undergraduate program at university by the start of the opportunity.

  • Have a minimum average of 70% cumulative GPA.

  • Be returning to full-time studies in the same program following the completion of the work term OR require the work term or co-op placement to graduate.

  The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.

  What Makes a Career at OPG Different?

  As Ontario’s largest clean energy generator, we’re building, expanding, and innovating the equipment and technology that keeps Ontario powered with clean, reliable energy. At OPG, our values are our strengths. They are fundamental truths about our organization that don’t change:

  Safety – it’s our business
  Integrity – always lead with integrity
  Excellence – never satisfied with good enough
  Inclusion – working together for powerful outcomes
  Innovation - creativity accelerates possibility

  Here's why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you:

  • Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide

  • Long-term career growth and development opportunities

  • Electricity is vital to the province and OPG’s clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors.

  Our promise to you:

  • We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority.

  • A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day.

  • Opportunities to stretch and develop.

  • Offer different ways for you to give back to communities where we operate.

  • Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses.

  • We support employment equity, diversity and inclusion.

  Are you ready to start a career that has the power to electrify life on and off the job? Apply now.

  APPLICATION PROCESS

  Submit your application online at https://jobs.opg.com/ by 11:59 p.m. E.S.T., Janaury 21, 2024. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

  All applications must include the following:

  • Resume and cover letter and most recent unofficial transcript (uploaded as one file under 'Resume')

  • Priority consideration will be given to applicants who attach an unofficial transcript.

  If you’re selected for an interview you will need to provide a Declaration of Eligibility from your college or university.

  All employees must achieve and maintain a valid security clearance. An offer of employment is conditional upon achieving successful security clearance.

  OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.

• About the company

  Ontario Power Generation Inc. is a Crown corporation and "government business enterprise" that is responsible for approximately half of the electricity generation in the province of Ontario, Canada.

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