January 2027 Environmental Performance Co-op

Glencore; Sparwood; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expense assistance

Mentorship from senior specialists

Hands-on mining experience

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Elk Valley Resources (EVR), part of the Glencore Group, offers an environmental co‑op opportunity in the Elk Valley BC. Start date January 2027, 8 or 12 months, with duties in environmental data management, EMS and internal assurance activities.

Travel and mentorship support are provided to develop technical skills while you work outdoors as needed. Join EVR to gain hands-on mining operations experience, contribute to reporting, and be considered for future professional positions upon

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or Environmental Performance.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project) and able to communicate complex ideas.

Responsibilities

• Participate in health and safety programs and policies.
• Update and manage environmental data and reporting in EMS.
• Assist in developing an assurance program and best management practices.
• Support internal self‑assessments, verification and audit processes.
• Assist with environmental assurance activities including effectiveness reviews.
• Summarize inspections and outcomes into databases for tracking and reporting.
• Conduct site inspections, perform gap assessments, share best practices.
• Create and evaluate innovative ideas to improve operations.

Skills

Environmental data management

Power BI

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerP

Education

Undergraduate degree in Environmental Science/Management/Performance

Tools

EMS (Environmental Data Management System)

Job description

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada .

Start Date: January 2027

Duration: 8 or 12 months

What we offer: At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Come experience what work life balance is all about!

In this role, you will:

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• Update and manage environmental data and reporting in our Environmental Data Management System (EMS)
• Support with the development of an assurance program and implement best management practice
• Support with the development of internal self-assessments, verification and audit processes
• Support with the development of, coordination of, performance of, and reporting on environmental assurance activities including effectiveness reviews
• Summarizing environmental inspections and outcomes into appropriate databases to track, report, and verify compliance as well as provide support to improvement projects
• Conduct site inspections, perform gap assessments and share best practices
• Create and evaluate innovative ideas and technologies to help improve the way we do business

Requirements:

• Working towards an Undergraduate degree in Environmental Science, Environmental Management or Environmental Performance
• A valid Class 5 Driver's License or extra-provincial equivalent, without learner's restrictions is preferred
• Motivated self-starters with the ability to manage several projects simultaneously
• Comfortable working in a dynamic work environment with a willingness to work outdoors when required
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with a capability to communicate complex ideas to all levels and partners
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Previous experience with Power BI is an asset

Benefits:

• Receive financial assistance for travel expenses and co-op fees
• Acquire hands‑on experience applying academic knowledge to real-world mining operations, fostering the development of technical skills
• Benefit from mentorship and guidance offered by seasoned specialists in their respective fields
• Gain a competitive edge, securing primary consideration for professional positions upon graduation

Salary: $4,275 - $5,417 CAD/month

Salary is commensurate with the number of academic semesters and prior co-op experiences completed.

Application Deadline:

October 16 , 2026

Successful candidates must be willing to satisfy the pre-employment requirements of a pre-employment drug screen.

As part of our recruitment process, EVR uses AI tools to assist with reviewing and summarizing candidate information. Personal information provided in your application and interview may be processed by these tools. Your information will be handled in accordance with EVR’s Recruitment Privacy Policy, which you can view here .

About EVR

EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.