Summer Student Environmental Sustainability

The Prince Rupert Port Authority (PRPA) is a leading industry organization dedicated to the overall planning development marketing and management of the commercial port facilities within the Port of Prince Rupert.

PRPA isseeking two (2) motivated eager-to-learn environmental sustainability students to join the team and contribute toongoing projects and initiatives. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience develop professional skills and enhance career prospects. Please note that one position is full-time and the other position is part-time.

Summer student employment is for four monthscommencingMay 4 2026 and endingAugust 28 2026unlessotherwise specified.

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assistinvariousenvironmental stewardship programssuch as:
  • Monitoring and sampling programs with work conducted on a vessel.
  • Data collectionreportingand research.
  • Other tasks asrequired.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

• Enrolled in an undergraduate program inscienceecologyormarinestudies.
• Good writingand communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel is an asset.
• Workwill be split between an office environment and fieldwork.
• Must be able to liftitemsup to 25 pounds.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Regular working hours are Monday to Friday 7.5 hours/day with a 1-hour lunch break (unpaid).
• Part-time position: 20 hoursperweek and requires flexibility with scheduling to meet the needs of the team.
• Work will be both in thefieldworking on vessels and in an office environment.
• This position may require occasional irregular work hours.

The hourly rate for PRPAs Summer Student positionis$29.00.

Interested candidates are requested tosubmita detailed resume with cover letter in confidence during the active recruitment period which will end on March 27 2026.

Equity Diversity Inclusion and Belonging are at the heart of PRPAs culture and play a vital role in our growth strategy. We are committed to ensuring that everyone feels a sense of belonging and can contribute to their maximum potential. Our differences are the reasongreat thingshappen here. If you are an applicant in need ofaccommodationor specialassistancethroughout the interview process pleasesubmita request by emailto.

Individuals of Indigenous descent are strongly encouraged to apply.

We thank all applicants for their interest in our organization. However only applicants shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.