Student, Remote Sensing Hybrid

Location:EdmontonAlberta

Employment Type:Student4monthterm

Salary Range:$29.38 - $33.22 per hour

StudentRemote Sensing Hybrid

The Opportunity

The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is recruiting a Remote Sensing Summer Student to join the dynamic team at the Alberta Geological Survey (AGS). At AGS we advance data-driven regulatory decision-making and characterize Albertas diverse resource potential through innovative Earth Observation (EO) projects.

As a Summer Student you will gain hands-on experience in both field and office settings supporting AGS projects through the collection validation and management of EO data and contributing to critical mineral indicator mapping in oil sands byproducts. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of remote sensing specialists geoscientists and environmental scientists to deliver projects that support regulatory compliance and resource development in Albertas energy sector.

This role provides an opportunity to develop valuable technical skills participate in field campaigns expand your professional network and receive mentorship from experienced team members. Joining AGS means becoming part of a culture that values innovation collaboration and service to Albertans with a strong focus on worklife balance training and professional growth.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Collectvalidate and manage Earth Observation (EO) data to support regulatory decision-making and compliance assurance workflows.

• Prepare labeled datasets andassistwith machine learning workflows using EO derivatives for abandoned well sites reclamation sites and spill materials.

• Integrate multispectral and SAR EO imagery (e.g. Sentinel-1/2 Landsat) for compliance monitoring including change detection and land-use/land-cover classification related to oil and gas activities.

• Review and categorize incoming EO requests such as pipeline monitoring and spill detection to ensure proper prioritization and integration into workflows.

• Participate in field campaigns to ground-truth and validate EO data.

• Map weathering and spectral absorption features associated with vanadium and rare earth element potential in oil sands byproducts.

• Analyzepetcokesamples and iron oxide signatures expanding a spectral library for mine waste and tailings samples.

• Collect field spectra using an ASD FieldSpec4 spectrometer to support predictive mapping of mineral indicators across the oil sands region.

Whatwerelooking for in you:

• Currently enrolled inthird year or higherof aBachelorsprograminRemote Sensing Geomatics Geoscience Environmental Science or a related field.

• Basic experience with Google Earth Engine ENVI SNAP and ArcGIS Pro is preferred.

• Familiarity with remote sensing and GIS concepts with an interest in hyperspectral and multispectral analysis is an asset.

• Completion of First Aid and H2S Alive training is considered an asset.

• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to work in outdoor field settings.

• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.

Additional Information:

• Proof of enrollment in a registeredpost-secondaryinstitution including enrollment in the semester following the work term or enrollment in a registered co-op program will be a condition of hire.

• Please include a cover letter / portfolio as part of your application.

• All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.

• A pre-placement medical and a fully valid Class 5 drivers license along with a positive driving record are.

• This role involves approximately20% field work.

• Should an individual with the required qualifications not be available applicants with closely related qualifications may be considered. As a result the position may be redesigned and/or reclassified.

• If you need accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process please email. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

What we offer you:

• Flexible Work Program - hybrid workandflexible hours.

• Edmonton:employees will work in office two days per week.

• Student Cohort Groups - Join vibrant student cohorts for networking collaboration and support.

• Engagement Activities -Participatein workshops seminars and social events to enhance your skills and personal growth.

• Mentorship and Networking - Gain insights from experienced professionals and build meaningful relationships.

• Skill Development - Hone your skills and contribute to meaningful projects.

More information about working at the AERs including our comprehensive Total Rewards package can be found in the careers section of our website.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

At the AER our values of Accountability Collaboration Transparency and Trust & Respect are foundational to our culture a culture where every individual regardless of race colour religion gender national origin age disability or any other legally protected factors thrives and contributes their unique perspectives.

Our commitment to diversity equity and inclusion fuels innovation creating a brighter more sustainable Alberta for all. Join us in shaping this dynamic future.

Application closing date:January19 2026 at midnight

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