Environmental & Regulatory - Student

SECURE; Calgary; On-site; CAD 17,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Hands-on projects

Job summary

SECURE in Calgary, Alberta is seeking an Environmental & Regulatory Student for a May–August 2027 term. You will assist with environmental compliance, land coordination, and Indigenous Relations activities, gaining hands-on experience across regulatory applications, permits, and program monitoring.

You will support the team with data tracking, budgeting, and liaison with consultants, regulators, and internal stakeholders, while developing skills in environmental stewardship and regulatory

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree or diploma in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Studies, Hydrogeology, Chemistry, or related discipline (minimum one year completed).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable working with data.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate with consultants, regulators, and internal stakeholders.
• Interest in environmental compliance, regulatory affairs, land management, and environmental stewardship.
• Self‑motivated, eager to learn, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Assist with environmental compliance and monitoring activities to support regulatory commitments.
• Develop and maintain plans to ensure compliance with Remedial Action Plan commitments through the Alberta Energy Regulator's OneStop system.
• Support the management of SECURE's groundwater monitoring portfolio, including data tracking, scheduling, and field coordination.
• Liaise with environmental consultants and laboratories to coordinate monitoring programs, budgets, and project deliverables.
• Prepare and issue consultant quote requests and assist with vendor coordination.
• Track project budgets and identify variances or potential risks.
• Review environmental monitoring reports prior to regulatory submission.
• Research and summarize environmental legislation and regulatory changes that may impact SECURE's operations.
• Assist with regulatory applications by compiling supporting information and documentation.
• Support permit rollouts and the implementation of new environmental and regulatory tools.
• Coordinate One Calls and assist with digitizing land records and files.
• Support Indigenous Relations activities by assisting with consultation tracking and maintaining engagement records.
• Update and maintain the Master Approvals Sheet and assist in developing a legal registry.
• Support updates to the five‑year Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO) budget by capturing ancillary costs.
• Perform data entry, analysis, reporting, and administrative support for ongoing environmental and regulatory projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Self-motivated learner

Education

Degree or diploma in Environmental Sciences/Engineering/Studies

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Us

At SECURE, we lead the way in waste management and energy infrastructure, providing unmatched security and peace of mind to our customers. Our strength lies in our size, extensive network, solid reputation, industry expertise, and a relentless can-do attitude.

Your Opportunity at SECURE

Summer positions will run May-August 2027. Co-op and Internship positions may extend beyond the summer term depending on the requirements of the academic program and the business. These terms may be 4, 8, 12, or 16 months in length.

What We Need From You?

At SECURE, We Roll Up Our Sleeves And Take On The Tough Stuff With Grit, Innovation, And Teamwork. We’re Looking For Students Who Are

• Ready to embrace challenges and bring forward new ideas.
• Determined, resilient, and driven to see tasks through.
• Adaptable and resourceful, with a strong ability to collaborate.
• Motivated to perform at a high level and support the team.

To be eligible for the SECURE Student program, you must:

• Be enrolled in a post-secondary institution and available from May to August.
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada by way of Canadian Citizenship, Permanent residency, or a valid work permit.
• Complete a Medical and/or Alcohol and Drug test if the role is considered safety-sensitive.

Your Opportunity at SECURE

As an Environmental & Regulatory Student, you will support SECURE's Environmental & Regulatory team by assisting with environmental compliance, regulatory initiatives, land coordination, and Indigenous Relations activities.

This role provides hands-on experience supporting environmental monitoring programs, regulatory applications, permitting, land administration, and cross‑functional projects that help ensure SECURE operates safely, responsibly, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

You’ll gain exposure to real-world environmental and regulatory processes while contributing to meaningful projects that support our operations across Western Canada.

This role is based out of our Brookfield Office in downtown Calgary, Alberta.

The Team

You’ll join SECURE's Environmental & Regulatory team, working alongside experienced environmental, regulatory, land, and Indigenous Relations professionals. This collaborative group partners closely with Operations and other business functions to ensure regulatory compliance, environmental stewardship, and responsible land management. The team values curiosity, initiative, and continuous learning while providing mentorship and opportunities to contribute to impactful projects.

Work Environment

This is a full‑time student position based in our Calgary office, working Monday to Friday.

You’ll work in a professional, team‑oriented environment with opportunities to collaborate across multiple business functions while gaining hands‑on experience supporting Environmental & Regulatory initiatives.

A Day in The Life

• Assist with environmental compliance and monitoring activities to support regulatory commitments.
• Develop and maintain plans to ensure compliance with Remedial Action Plan commitments through the Alberta Energy Regulator's OneStop system.
• Support the management of SECURE's groundwater monitoring portfolio, including data tracking, scheduling, and field coordination.
• Liaise with environmental consultants and laboratories to coordinate monitoring programs, budgets, and project deliverables.
• Prepare and issue consultant quote requests and assist with vendor coordination.
• Track project budgets and identify variances or potential risks.
• Review environmental monitoring reports prior to regulatory submission.
• Research and summarize environmental legislation and regulatory changes that may impact SECURE's operations.
• Assist with regulatory applications by compiling supporting information and documentation.
• Support permit rollouts and the implementation of new environmental and regulatory tools.
• Coordinate One Calls and assist with digitizing land records and files.
• Support Indigenous Relations activities by assisting with consultation tracking and maintaining engagement records.
• Update and maintain the Master Approvals Sheet and assist in developing a legal registry.
• Support updates to the five‑year Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO) budget by capturing ancillary costs.
• Perform data entry, analysis, reporting, and administrative support for ongoing environmental and regulatory projects.

During your work term, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to several key initiatives

• Developing and maintaining compliance tracking within the Alberta Energy Regulator's OneStop system.
• Supporting SECURE's groundwater monitoring program.
• Updating the Master Approvals Sheet.
• Assisting with the development of the regulatory legal registry.
• Supporting permit implementation and regulatory application processes.
• Digitizing land files and improving information management.
• Assisting with Indigenous consultation tracking and engagement documentation.
• Supporting updates to the five‑year Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO) budget.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree or diploma in Environmental Sciences, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Studies, Hydrogeology, Chemistry, or a related discipline (minimum one year completed).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable working with data.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to collaborate with consultants, regulators, and internal stakeholders.
• Interest in environmental compliance, regulatory affairs, land management, and environmental stewardship.
• Self‑motivated, eager to learn, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.

Application Deadline

Please submit your application by September 25, 2026. Only applicants submitted through SECURE’s career site will be acknowledged. Late submissions will not be accepted.

What’s In It For You

At SECURE, we focus on opportunities for growth — for our employees, our customers, our partners, and the communities we operate in. We are an energetic team that takes pride in tackling tough challenges and making a meaningful contribution. We attract, retain, and motivate employees with competitive compensation and by recognizing performance.

We Got This.

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SECURE is an equal‑opportunity employer. Applicants are not assessed on race, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or belief.