Summer Student, Environmental

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Canada / Saskatchewan

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Welcome to Orano

Helping to meet current and future challenges to preserve our world and build the world of tomorrow while taking care of everyone's health is stimulating for you. For us too. By joining the Orano Group, a leading international player in the nuclear industry, you are in the right place.

Every day we work to produce efficient low-carbon energy, to fight global warming, to find solutions that save natural resources, and to contribute to progress in health.

Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. All of these factors reflect the strong skills of our 17,000 employees, whom we are constantly striving to develop. With their different backgrounds and experience, they are proof of our openness to all talents. They share the same ambition: to give nuclear energy its full value.

Job description

General Duties:

· Work with Environmental and Geoscience department to process, interpret and present environmental data.

· Research/ experimental design to support ongoing programs

· Embrace and support Operational Excellence efforts and OE Culture

· Comply with all Orano health, safety and environmental policies, practices and procedures

· Promote and adhere to Orano Canada’s values: Customer Satisfaction, Continuous Improvement, Respect and People Development, Cohesion and Team Spirit, and Exemplarity, Integrity, Responsibility

Environmental Testing:

· Assist with onsite testing programs coordinating with Engineering and Projects, Environment and Geosciences as required

· Work closely with consultants and site personnel to coordinate activities and testing

· Daily collection and management and analysis of environmental data

· Assist in duties related to contractor management

· Complete periodic workplace inspections, in conjunction with Orano and / or Contractor HSE personnel

· Complete sample preparation of solids and liquids samples

· Potentially complete bench-scale/ field testing under the guidance of Orano personnel

· Ensure accurate record-keeping of all testing

Work Location & Schedule:

· 4 month placement – May-August

· Based out of the Saskatoon Office with trips to work at McClean Lake

· When working in the Saskatoon Office: 8hr work day/40hrs per week

· When working at the McClean Lake Operation: 11 hour work day, although some activity outside of normal working hours may be required

· Some physicality will be required for the lifting and processing of samples and other miscellaneous duties

Our Full-Time Benefits

A customized onboarding experience upon your arrival
A welcoming environment and great coworkers
A competitive salary and benefits package

Training and Development opportunities throughout your career
Fitness equipment available for use on work / camp premises
All of the advantages of a large group while maintaining the dynamics of a smaller company: career advancement opportunities, social committee, interesting projects and opportunities to get involved in our strong commitments to communities.

Ideal qualifications

Skills and Qualifications for the position include:

· Must be enrolled in a Environmental Sciences Chemistry or Engineering (Geological, GeoEnvironmental, Environmental, Chemical) program and entering third or fourth year of study

· Experience working at a remote mine site or in a laboratory setting is an asset

· Experience operating ATVs is an asset

· Microsoft Office, specifically Excel, experience is preferred

· Experience with Sharepoint intranet collaboration sites is an asset

· Preference will be given to qualified Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (RSN). Athabasca residents will be given priority

· Excellent analytical and interpersonal communication skills are required

· Attention to detail and meticulous record keeping

· Must be able to work effectively to coordinate with other departments within the company as well as external contractors and consultants

· Works well independently with good trouble-shooting skill

This position is subject to pre-employment checks including education and criminal record verification.

Drug and alcohol substance testing is a requirement for all safety sensitive positions at Orano Canada.

Summer Student, Environmental

Ref: 2026-22907

Student

#100-833 45th Street West, Saskatoon, SK

Apply Before 2/20/2026

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Orano Canada Inc.

As a sustainable uranium producer, Orano Canada is committed to safety, environmental protection and contributing to the prosperity and well-being of neighbouring communities.

We have been exploring for uranium, developing mines and producing uranium concentrate for more than 55 years. Headquartered in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, we are a leading producer of uranium in Canada. The Orano-operated McClean Lake mill is a unique facility and the most technologically advanced mill in the world for the processing of high-grade uranium ore without dilution.

We value the knowledge, experience and cultures and commit to the advancement of Indigenous Peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and People with Disabilities, and strongly encourage all candidates from these designated groups to apply for our exciting career opportunities.