- Job ID: 240843
- Posting status: Open
- Organization: Ministry of Natural Resources
- Division: Regional Operations Division
- City: Thunder Bay
- Position(s) language: English
- Job term: 1 Temporary internship placement for up to 12 months
- Job code: 15544 – Scientist 2
- Salary: $1,267.74 – $1,532.88 Per week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Join our divisional Crown Land Remediation team and help transform how we manage Ontario’s waste site portfolio. We’re looking for innovative thinkers who can elevate our contaminated sites portfolio to the next level solutions to support environmental stewardship and informed decision-making. If you thrive on solving complex challenges and want your work to contribute to a cleaner, safer future, this is your opportunity.
About the job
Provide support to the Regional Hydrogeologist by participating in: hydrogeological and other water resource assistance and policy interpretation to MNR program staff, regional and district (field) teams; to evaluate and make recommendations on existing and anticipated impacts of development proposals on MNR interests (e.g. contaminated sites, water monitoring wells, waste disposal sites); to provide technical and advisory support in water and contaminated sites management as it pertains to matters of interest to MNR and the development and procurement of rehabilitation and research projects and studies.
What you bring to the team
Eligibility:
• at minimum a degree in environmental engineering, geology, hydrogeology, or earth sciences from an accredited post-secondary educational institution, a Master, or a Doctoral degree with the ability to register as a Geoscientist in Training with the Professional Geoscientists of Ontario
• proof of eligibility to work in Canada
• have graduated or will graduate from an approved or legally authorized college or university with a diploma or an equivalent degree or postgraduate certificate or diploma within the last four years
• candidates are only eligible to participate in one MNR 12-month placement and must not have participated in the MNR internship program in the past
• not a permanent employee in the Ontario Public Service
Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in hydrogeological methods and techniques, including contaminant hydrogeology, environmental site assessment, and well mechanics/design.
• Strong understanding of geology (Pre-Cambrian, Paleozoic, Quaternary) and geological processes as they relate to groundwater.
• Knowledge of groundwater management and its link to aquatic ecosystems, fisheries, wetlands, and sensitive receptors.
• Familiarity with environmental legislation (e.g., Environmental Protection Act, Ontario Water Resources Act) and compliance requirements.
• Expertise in field investigation techniques, groundwater monitoring equipment (e.g., piezometers), and landfill-specific concepts (attenuation zones, leachate transport).
• Competence in computer modeling and software applications for data analysis and reporting.
• Understanding of surface water management, source water protection, and groundwater hazards (e.g., karst formations).
• Basic knowledge of the Environmental Bill of Rights and related posting requirements.
Analytical Skills:
• Ability to conduct applied research and investigative studies to assess environmental issues and determine compliance.
• Strong problem-solving skills to evaluate hydrogeological data, analyze field samples, and interpret results using computer modeling.
• Capacity to develop options and recommendations based on scientific findings and policy considerations.
• Skilled in consolidating research, drawing inferences on environmental impacts, and preparing technical assessments.
Communication Skills:
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing technical reports, briefing notes, and recommendations.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and engage with external stakeholders (e.g., municipalities, industry, environmental groups).
• Ability to present complex scientific information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
Additional Information:
Successful candidates may be required to undergo an employment screening check in accordance with the Ontario Employment Screening Checks Policy.
Don’t meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario’s Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
Additional information:
Apply by:
Friday, February 27, 2026 11:59 pm EST
Position details:
- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 12 months, 435 James St S, Thunder Bay, North Region
Compensation group:
Ontario Public Service Employees Union
Work hours:
Category:
Internships
Posted on:
Monday, February 2, 2026
How to apply:
- You must apply online.
- Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
- Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
- Read the job description to make sure you understand this job.
- OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
- If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.
Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the “position(s) language” section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you’ll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.
Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d’emploi externes de la fonction publique de l’Ontario (FPO) sont affichĂ©es en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d’emploi pour connaĂ®tre les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont Ă©valuĂ©s en anglais, la langue d’affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez Ă©galement passer un test de compĂ©tences linguistiques en français.
Strengthening Ontario, together
