Intern, Fisheries Technician

Egisgroup; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Egis Canada is seeking Fisheries Technician Interns to support a long-term aquatic monitoring program. Roles include field sampling, sample processing and data management with guidance from experienced specialists. Flexible 10–20 hours weekly, potential to 40 hours in Spring 2027, and travel to project locations.

Ideal candidates are students or graduates in Fisheries Biology, Aquatic Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology or related fields. Training and safety procedures are provided.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or graduated from a college or university program in Fisheries Biology, Aquatic Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology, Nuclear, Engineering or a related discipline
• Demonstrated interest in aquatic ecosystems, nuclear power, fisheries monitoring and environmental fieldwork
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately record biological observations and sampling data
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Willingness and ability to work flexible schedules, including rotating day, evening, night and potentially weekend shifts
• Ability to reliably travel to and from the client site
• Ability to meet all applicable security screening and access requirements, including required background checks and clearances
• Willingness to complete mandatory paid site-specific safety and operational training

Responsibilities

• Assist with fish impingement and entrainment monitoring activities at the client's site
• Collect, sort, identify, count, measure and photograph fish and other aquatic biological samples
• Support the identification and processing of fish eggs and larvae, including microscope-based assessments
• Maintain accurate field records, sampling logs and biological monitoring data
• Assist with data entry, tabulation, quality assurance and quality control
• Follow established sampling protocols, environmental procedures and site-specific health and safety requirements
• Support the preparation, organization and maintenance of sampling equipment and materials
• Work collaboratively with senior fisheries specialists and project team members to complete scheduled monitoring activities
• Participate in required site-specific safety, security and operational training

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

Fisheries Biology

Aquatic Ecology

Environmental Science

Biology

Nuclear

Engineering

Tools

Microscope

Job description

About The Role

We are seeking motivated individuals to join our Environmental team as Fisheries Technician Interns, supporting a long-term aquatic monitoring program. Variable working hours that range from 10-20 hours, with potential to go up to 40 hours in Spring 2027. Incumbents should anticipate frequent travel to project locations that may not be accessible through public transit.

This opportunity is open to students currently enrolled in, or graduates of, Fisheries Biology, Aquatic Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology, Nuclear or related post-secondary programs.

Successful candidates will support fish impingement and entrainment monitoring activities, including biological sample collection, fish identification, measurements, photographic documentation and data recording. Work will involve a combination of field-based sampling, laboratory-style sample processing and data management, with guidance from experienced aquatic specialists.

Positions are anticipated to begin as early as January 2027, with opportunities for longer-term employment as monitoring activities expand throughout the spring and summer.

The role requires flexibility to accommodate rotating day and night shifts, including sampling activities outside standard business hours. Weekly hours will vary depending on project requirements and sampling schedules.

Responsibilities

• Assist with fish impingement and entrainment monitoring activities at the client's site
• Collect, sort, identify, count, measure and photograph fish and other aquatic biological samples
• Support the identification and processing of fish eggs and larvae, including microscope-based assessments
• Maintain accurate field records, sampling logs and biological monitoring data
• Assist with data entry, tabulation, quality assurance and quality control
• Follow established sampling protocols, environmental procedures and site-specific health and safety requirements
• Support the preparation, organization and maintenance of sampling equipment and materials
• Work collaboratively with senior fisheries specialists and project team members to complete scheduled monitoring activities
• Participate in required site-specific safety, security and operational training

Applicants for this role MUST meet the following requirements

• Currently enrolled in or graduated from a college or university program in Fisheries Biology, Aquatic Ecology, Environmental Science, Biology, Nuclear, Engineering or a related discipline
• Demonstrated interest in aquatic ecosystems, nuclear power, fisheries monitoring and environmental fieldwork
• Strong attention to detail and ability to accurately record biological observations and sampling data
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Willingness and ability to work flexible schedules, including rotating day, evening, night and potentially weekend shifts
• Ability to reliably travel to and from the client site
• Ability to meet all applicable security screening and access requirements, including required background checks and clearances
• Willingness to complete mandatory paid site-specific safety and operational training

Egis Canada is an equal opportunities employer offering a competitive salary and benefits to those with the skills suited to the needs of our clients. The salary range advertised may exceed the range based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This role is eligible for a referral bonus in line with the Referral Program. If you have been referred, please provide the name of the employee who has referred you at the time of your application.

At Egis, we embrace innovation to tackle challenges and utilize AI in our recruitment process under stringent ethics and compliance policies and in alignment with our values of being a Responsible Company, a People First Company and a Creative Company. Committed to diversity, growth and collaboration, we may leverage AI to support the recruitment process.