Your potential is here!
Division:
ATCO Canadian Utilities
Salary:
$24 - $36/hour, dependent upon previous work-term experience
Relocation:
Relocation assistance will be provided
What We Offer:
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A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, safety, and belonging
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Salary increases every semester plus 6% vacation pay
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Opportunities to give back through ATCO's EPIC Program and team events
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Well-Being@ATCO Health & Wellness Program
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So much more!
Your career journey at ATCO has the potential to be full of new experiences, inspiring challenges, and growth without boundaries. Set your sights on how you want to grow and develop, and we’ll be right there to support you along the way. At ATCO Electric, we’ve been energizing homes, farms and businesses across north and east-central Alberta for more than 85 years. We serve nearly 229,000 customers in 242 communities and our service area covers nearly two-thirds of Alberta.
We are looking for two IT/Cybersecurity students to join the ATCO AI & Automation Team. Work term starts in May 2026 for 8 or 12-month period in Edmonton.
The AI & Automation Co‑op Student will support the development, testing, and implementation of automation and AI solutions within the AI and Automation team. The role involves hands‑on development work using tools such as Power Automate, UiPath, Azure AI, Microsoft Copilot, and Google AI/Gemini. The student will begin with smaller tasks and progressively take on more complex assignments as skills and experience grow.
Who you are:
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Must be enrolled in a co-op (or internship) program at a recognized Canadian university.
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Currently enrolled in a Computer Science or closely related program.
Technical Skills:
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Strong programming fundamentals.
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Experience with Python.
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Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud).
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Exposure to or interest in AI, automation, and workflow technologies.
Soft Skills:
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Strong problem‑solving abilities.
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Curiosity and willingness to learn new technologies.
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Ability to take initiative and adapt to new challenges.
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Effective communication and collaboration skills.
To apply:
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Indicate on your resume how many months you are available for and that you are applying for the May 2026 Co-op Term.
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Include your most recent transcript in your application.
What you will do:
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Develop automation workflows using Power Automate and UiPath.
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Build AI‑enabled solutions, including Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) components.
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Test, debug, and refine automation and AI workflows.
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Assist with analysis, troubleshooting, and documentation activities.
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Collaborate with team members to design and implement automation and AI capabilities.
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Learn and apply new tools, technologies, and cloud services throughout the work term.
Tools and Technologies
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Power Automate
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UiPath
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Azure AI Services
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Microsoft Copilot
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Google AI / Gemini
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Python and API‑based integrations
Success Indicators
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Completion of assigned automation workflows.
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Contribution to AI solution development, including RAG‑based prototypes.
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Demonstrated growth in technical capability and autonomy.
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Effective integration into the AI and Automation team.
Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Canadian Utilities Limited is part of ATCO Ltd. With approximately 6,000 employees and assets of $23 billion, ATCO is a diversified global holding corporation with investments in Structures & Logistics (workforce housing, innovative modular facilities, construction, site support services, and logistics and operations management), Energy Infrastructure (electricity generation, transmission and distribution; natural gas transmission, distribution and infrastructure development; energy storage and industrial water solutions; and electricity and natural gas retail sales), Transportation (ports and transportation logistics) and Commercial Real Estate. More information can be found at www.ATCO.com. ATCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
ATCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.
