Summer 2026 Co-Op - Water Resources Engineering - Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay, ON, CA, P0T 2J0
Status: Contract (Flexible: 4, 8, or 12 months)
Working Conditions: On-site
Education Level: University, minimum 2nd year completed
Base Location: Thunder Bay, ON
Shifts(s): Days
Travel: 10%
Deadline to Apply: Monday, March 2nd, 2026
Salary Range: $32.78 - $43.68 per hour
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 as we work 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.
JOB OVERVIEW
As a Co-op Student at OPG, you’ll gain hands-on experience and develop valuable skills for your future career. You’ll work alongside colleagues from diverse backgrounds and contribute to projects that support a sustainable future.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Provide engineering and technical support to OPG water management operations
- Develop tools and models to enhance forecasting and automate processes
- Document and analyze significant weather events, contributing to the reliability and safety of our operations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve shared goals.
- Help drive OPG’s mission to electrify life in one generation.
- Other tasks as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Currently enrolled in a full-time undergraduate university degree in Water Resources, Civil, or Environmental Engineering at an accredited institution.
- Demonstrated interest in Hydrology through coursework, extracurricular activities, or prior work experience.
- Have completed a minimum of 2nd year in an undergraduate program or completing a masters program at university by the start of the opportunity.
- Master’s students must be enrolled in a recognized co-op program.
- Returning to full-time studies in the same program after the work term OR require the work term/co-op placement to graduate.
- Have a minimum average of 70% cumulative GPA (transcript must be included in application).
Why Thunder Bay could be the perfect fit for you:
Thunder Bay offers the perfect balance of affordability and lifestyle, providing the amenities of a large city with the charm of a close-knit community. In winter, enjoy breathtaking Nor’Wester mountain views and world-class outdoor activities like skiing, fat biking, ice climbing, dog sledding, and snowkiting. When summer arrives, explore scenic wilderness parks, paddle pristine lakes, relax on local beaches, or try sailing, kayaking, and fishing. Thunder Bay is a destination where adventure meets affordability, making it an ideal place to live and work.
Important note for Co-Op Applicants: When submitting your application, please include all of your work and volunteer experience on your resume, even if you feel it may not be directly relevant. This allows us to gain a complete picture of your professional background.
The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.
OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact AODA@opg.com.
What makes a career at OPG different?
With operations across Ontario and the United States, OPG is one of the most diverse power producers in North America. As the largest generator in Ontario, we meet approximately 50% of the province’s electricity needs, largely from low-carbon sources like nuclear and hydro.
As we work to achieve our vision of Electrifying life in one generation, OPG and our family of companies are also helping advance the development of new low-carbon technologies such as Small Modular Reactors (SMRs), refurbishment projects, and electrification initiatives to help power the growing demands of a growing economy. Building on our legacy of clean power generation, we are also exploring new opportunities in Northern Ontario’s vast hydroelectric resources, supporting economic reconciliation with Indigenous communities, and fostering sustainable growth. Join OPG and be a part of a team making history—delivering reliable, clean energy for generations to come.
Please submit your application online at jobs.opg.com and include a copy of your transcript with your application. OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.
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The base salary range considers many factors including, but not limited to experience, education, and training, including any collective agreement requirements for union represented positions. It is not typical for the salary to be offered near the top of the range, and salary is dependent on numerous factors. For management roles, the base salary range does not represent the total compensation package. The total compensation package for regular full-time management roles includes pay-for-performance programs for annual and medium time periods. Maintaining a high-performance culture and excellence is a core expectation of every member of our leadership team and is rewarded through the established compensation framework.
OPG is committed to employment equity. As such, we encourage applicants from equity-seeking communities (Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and women). We strongly believe that alleviating the under-representation of equity-seeking individuals will create a stronger OPG team and allow us to better serve the needs of our diverse communities.
In order to fulfill the above-mentioned purpose, priority in hiring may be given to qualified persons who self-identify as a member of equity-seeking groups as identified in the application process. This initiative constitutes a special program under the Human Rights Code/Canadian Human Rights Act.