Summer Student - Digital Transformation Division

Hydro Ottawa; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A major utility company based in Ottawa is seeking post-secondary students for its Summer Student Program. This role provides hands-on experience in various departments, including Help Desk, Programming, IT, and Records Management. Ideal candidates will have completed one year of post-secondary education, be available full-time from May to August 2026, and possess strong communication and teamwork skills. Opportunities to contribute fresh ideas and grow professionally are provided, while the company emphasizes diversity and accessibility.

Qualifications

• Proof of enrollment for the 2026/2027 academic year.
• Valid G driver’s license if required for the role.

Responsibilities

• Assist Help Desk Technicians as needed.
• Contribute to Programming/Web Applications projects.
• Support Information Technology tasks.
• Engage in Records Management.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Education

Completed minimum of one year of post-secondary education

Job description

Please Note: If you are a current Hydro Ottawa employee with access to Workday, apply to this job via the Workday application.

2026 Summer Student Program

May 4 to August 28, 2026

Put your education into practice this summer within our Digital Transformation Division as a Summer Student.

Power up Your Career at Hydro Ottawa Group!

Summer students at Hydro Ottawa help empower the lives of the people in the communities we serve, while building their skills and gaining hands‑on work experience in their fields. We are hiring post‑secondary students like you and are committed to providing an experience that will help advance your career.

Here is what some of our past students have said about their experience with us:

"I found this a great learning experience to apply knowledge learned in the classroom and translate it into a real word setting."

"By having my work seen as valuable I was able to do something I once considered too intimidating to even consider."

"I learned a lot about what it means to work on a team and to collaborate with different people who have different skill sets."

This year we are looking for post‑secondary students who can bring their education, enthusiasm and fresh new ideas to the table. We are seeking individuals from diverse backgrounds with skills in communicating, teamwork and time management.

What We Need From You:

• You have completed a minimum of one year of post‑secondary education, will be returning to full-time studies at an accredited college or university in Fall 2026, and can provide proof of enrollment for the 2026/2027 academic year
• You are available to work full‑time, in‑person at one of our facilities throughout Ottawa from May 4, 2026 to August 28, 2026
• You can provide proof of a valid G driver’s license if the role you are applying for requires you to drive a company vehicle

It’s not every day you get a chance to be a part of something bigger. Apply today and join us as we build an energy future that will keep our City and our planet green for generations to come.

Sounds Interesting? Here's Where We Need You!

We have multiple opportunities in the following areas:

• Help Desk Technicians
• Programming/Web Applications
• Information Technology
• Records Management

We appreciate your interest and will follow up with individuals whose skills and experience qualify them for the available roles.

Hydro Ottawa is committed to establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves and we encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are also committed to preventing and removing barriers to employment for people with disabilities, and we invite you to inform us should you have any accessibility or accommodation needs.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Posting End Date - January 30, 2026

Location: Ottawa, ON. Posting End Date (if applicable): January 30, 2026