Student, Application Support - Hybrid at Alberta Energy Regulator (AER)

Location: Calgary, Alberta

Employment Type: Student, 4 month term

Salary Range: $26.38 - $29.81 per hour

Student, Application Support – Hybrid

The Opportunity

The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is recruiting a Summer Student to join our innovative Information Management & Technology (IMT) team. As a Student, Application Support, you will work within the Product Support team, which delivers IT services across the organization. In this role, you will help set up .NET application code repositories and deployment pipelines in Azure DevOps (ADO), implement code and deployment management procedures, configure user roles and code review processes, and develop dashboards for OneStop and legacy applications in ADO and Power BI. When capacity allows, you may also support general application support activities.

This role offers valuable experience for students interested in careers as Azure DevOps platform administrators or IT support and optimization specialists. At the AER, we promote a collaborative and engaging work environment where teamwork is essential to achieving branch and organizational goals.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Collaborate with software developers, product leads, application support specialists, and infrastructure teams.
• Configure and manage Azure DevOps (ADO) repositories, CI/CD pipelines, and related deployment processes.
• Clean up redundant .NET code and migrate legacy .NET application repositories to ADO.
• Develop, test, and optimize deployment scripts; automate deployments where feasible.
• Monitor deployment quality and performance, set up alerts, and support issue resolution.
• Develop and customize dashboards in ADO and Power BI to provide actionable insights.
• Participate in software support activities and document system interfaces and integration points.
• Support cloud monitoring optimization and prepare documentation for developed practices and solutions.
  
  

What we’re looking for in you:

• Currently enrolled in the third or fourth year of a Bachelor’s program in Computer Science, Computer Engineering (with a focus on software development), or a related field.
• Experience working with Azure DevOps.
• Proficiency with .NET technologies is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in software development and support.
• Prior internship or project-based experience in software development is considered an asset.
  
  

Additional Information:

• Proof of enrollment in a registered institution including enrollment in the semester following the work term, or enrollment in a registered co-op program will be a condition of hire. 
• Please include a cover letter / portfolio as part of your application. 
• All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.
• Should an individual with the required qualifications not be available, applicants with closely related qualifications may be considered. As a result, the position may be redesigned and/or reclassified.
• If you need accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please email [email protected]. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
  
  

What we offer you:

• Flexible Work Program - hybrid work and flexible hours.
• Hybrid work - employees may work remotely up to five days per calendar month, with a limit of two remote days per week.
• Student Cohort Groups - Join vibrant student cohorts for networking, collaboration, and support. 
• Engagement Activities - Participate in workshops, seminars, and social events to enhance your skills and personal growth. 
• Mentorship and Networking - Gain insights from experienced professionals and build meaningful relationships. 
• Skill Development - Hone your skills and contribute to meaningful projects. 
  
  

More information about working at the AER’s including our comprehensive Total Rewards package can be found in the careers section of our website.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

At the AER, our values of Accountability, Collaboration, Transparency, and Trust & Respect are foundational to our culture – a culture where every individual, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected factors, thrives and contributes their unique perspectives.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion fuels innovation, creating a brighter, more sustainable Alberta for all. Join us in shaping this dynamic future.

Application closing date: January 19, 2026, at midnight