GEOSCIENTIST INTERN

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 Precambrian bedrock 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 Precambrian geology
• plan, design and conduct an independent Precambrian bedrock 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 have graduated from a college or university of recognized standing within the past three (3) years.
• 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; have the ability to operate road and water vehicles, such as 4-wheel drive trucks, ATVs, boats, and canoes; must be able to orienteer, navigate and camp in remote areas.

Specialized knowledge:

• You have knowledge of Precambrian geology and relevant disciplines of geoscience that are applicable to the study of Precambrian geology.
• You have knowledge of regional bedrock 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.

Please be advised that the results of this competition may be used to form an eligibility list of qualified candidates to potentially fill future vacancies represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU). In accordance with the Collective Agreement, eligibility lists are shared with OPSEU representatives. By applying to this competition, you are providing consent that your name may be shared with OPSEU representatives.

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, December 8, 2017 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.