Environmental Program Co-op Student (12 Month Term)


Hourly Rate: $23.50

Status: Full-Time, 12 month term, expected start date May 2026

Number of positions available: 1

Closing Date: March 6, 2026

 

WHY CALGARY AIRPORTS

Powered by heart and dedicated to excellence, we’re the team that keeps Calgary connected – and you could be our newest member.

We’re in the business of uplifting people, and every day, we create runways to new places and possibilities, building a better airport experience for everyone.

WHAT’S THE TEAM LIKE

We are more than just planes and tarmacs. Our purpose extends beyond the runway into the communities we serve. The Environmental Services team is part of a passionate group committed to protecting the environment while supporting the safe and sustainable operation of our airports. This energetic and close‑knit team collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to achieve environmental and sustainability goals across YYC. They are responsible for monitoring and minimizing the environmental impact of airport operations through programs that support the airport’s Sustainability Strategy. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where priorities can change quickly, you’ll enjoy being part of this team and like the rest of our people, they know how to have fun while doing meaningful work.

WHAT ARE SOME OF THE RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Assist with field sampling activities, including groundwater, surface water, and soil sampling to support environmental monitoring programs.
  • Support the advancement and operation of the air monitoring program.
  • Contribute to the entry, review, and analysis of environmental and sustainability data to identify trends and insights.
  • Support site inspections and environmental field surveys, gaining experience in real‑world environmental assessments.
  • Provide on‑site support for sustainability initiatives that help advance goals outlined in Calgary Airports’ sustainability strategy.

WHAT DO YOU NEED TO BRING

  • We welcome applications from students who meet one of the following criteria: You must be enrolled in a post‑secondary diploma or bachelor’s program in Environmental Science, Environmental Sustainability or a related field and
    (a) be registered in a co‑op work term that aligns with the term of this role, or
    (b) be enrolled in a program where a work term is required to graduate.
    In either case, you must be able to provide documentation and confirm that you will be returning to school after the work term is completed.
  • You’ll need to be eligible to obtain and maintain a RAIC, don’t worry – we’ll help you through this! For more details, check out: RAIC Program and Application Information.
  • As this position is considered safety-sensitive, candidates must successfully complete pre-employment of drug and alcohol testing as part of the hiring process.
  • This role includes driving as part of its duties; therefore, candidates will be required to provide a valid Class 5 driver’s license and a current driver’s abstract as part of the hiring process.
  • Coursework or applied project experience related to environmental sampling, monitoring, sustainability, or environmental data analysis.
  • Experience collecting, organizing, or analyzing environmental or scientific data through labs, field courses, projects, or prior work.

WHAT ADDITIONAL SKILLS ARE AN ASSET

  • Bilingual in English and French.
  • Familiarity with environmental data management or analysis, including working with spreadsheets, GIS, databases, or monitoring datasets.
  • Exposure to environmental monitoring programs such as water quality, soil sampling, noise, or air monitoring through academic or practical experience.

WHAT DOES DIVERSITY MEAN TO US

We are committed to building a team where exceptional leadership shines and our crew thrives both at work and at home. We believe that deliberate steps such as creating a workplace that is physically and psychologically safe, equitable to all, and actively and diligently taking steps along the path to reconciliation are the keys to making this a reality.

OUR VALUES

We prioritize genuine concern and compassion for everyone we engage with, from our team members to our partners and guests, always striving to help and support one another.

We actively seek diverse perspectives in our decision-making and collaboratively tackle challenges.

We work together with trust and transparency, supporting one another to achieve the collective goals of our organization.

We grow, evolve, and adapt with purpose, continually aligning our actions with our vision.

We embrace curiosity and boldly challenge the status quo, exploring new opportunities and taking thoughtful, responsible risks that drive purposeful innovation.




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