GEOSCIENTIST INTERN – Quaternary Geoscience

Are you interested in building your geological mapping skills and contributing to an organization that provides opportunities for personal growth, continuous learning and work-life balance? If so, then consider an internship with our team at the Ontario Geological Survey (OGS). This position will focus on Quaternary surficial mapping.

What can I expect to do in this role?

As part of the technical geoscience mapping team in the Ontario Geological Survey, you will:

• provide regional descriptions and interpretations of Ontario's Quaternary deposits
• plan, design and conduct an independent 2D and 3D Quaternary mapping project
• collect geoscience data, prepare maps, reports and public presentations
• direct and lead the work of field crews
• contribute to the sustainable development of Ontario's earth and mineral resources
• learn the skills needed to successfully lead and complete a field mapping project.

How do I qualify?

Mandatory

• You must be a registered geoscientist or geoscientist-in-training with the Association of Professional Geoscientists of Ontario (APGO) or with another regulated association of geoscientists.
• You must be able to travel to sites throughout Ontario to complete field work for extended periods of time.
• You must have the ability to operate road and water vehicles, such as 4-wheel drive trucks, ATVs, boats, and canoes.
• You must be able to orienteer, navigate and camp in remote areas.
• You must have graduated from a university of recognized standing within the past three years.

Specialized knowledge

• You have knowledge of Quaternary geoscience and relevant disciplines of geoscience that are applicable to the study of Quaternary deposits.
• You have knowledge of regional surficial mapping techniques and practices to make primary field-based geological observations.
• You have the ability to develop new interpretations and hypotheses by compiling, synthesizing and integrating geoscience datasets.
• You are skilled in using GPS technology and interpreting digital imagery for map construction and to ensure accurate location of field observations and safe travel during field operations.

Communication, interpersonal and people skills

• You have proven interpersonal and team leadership skills.
• You have good communication skills and demonstrated experience delivering geoscience information to a variety of audiences.

Other important skills

• You have planning, organizational and problem-solving skills to develop, implement and complete geoscience projects within guidelines and timeframes.
• You have experience with applicable computer software and hardware for geoscience applications as well as database, spreadsheet and word processing software.
• You have knowledge of Health and Safety regulations and any potential or actual hazards to health and safety that apply to the workplace to ensure compliance and safety when leading field crews.

Note: Kindly indicate 'Quaternary Intern' in the subject line when applying.

Collection of Information

Your personal information is being collected and will be used to determine your qualifications for employment with the Ontario Public Service, and for recruitment modernization initiatives. OPS Careers is an authorized common service in accordance with s. 6 of the Ministry of Government Services Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.25 and this collection of personal information is necessary to the proper administration of OPS Careers.

Please do not provide more personal information than what is asked of you. For example, do not include your social insurance number, photograph, or banking information, etc. with your application. We strongly encourage you not to provide us with information beyond that which is requested in the job posting.

If you have any questions about the collection, use, disclosure, or retention of your personal information, please contact us.

All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.

Remember: The deadline to apply is Friday, February 27, 2015 11:59 pm EST. Late applications will not be accepted.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening or an interview will be contacted.