Student, Liability Management - Hybrid at Alberta Energy Regulator (AER)

Location: Edmonton or Calgary, Alberta

Employment Type: Student, 4 month term

Salary Range: $25.90 - $28.53 per hour

Student, Liability Management – Hybrid

The Opportunity

The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is recruiting a Summer Student to join the talented team in the Liability Management Group. This group is responsible for overseeing liability management across the entire energy development lifecycle. We ensure that industry remains accountable for site closure and that energy infrastructure is responsibly removed from Alberta’s landscape, minimizing the risk of unfunded liabilities being borne by the public. We are seeking a motivated individual with keen attention to detail and an interest in how the AER ensures the energy sector manages its environmental footprint.

As a Student, Liability Management, you will support the compliance process to ensure licensees maintain up-to-date records, assist with engagement with industry, other AER teams, and organizational leaders, and provide updates to team members on these activities.

The Liability Management Group is a multi-disciplinary team that brings together diverse perspectives, education, and experience to address complex challenges. In this role, you will have the opportunity to learn from liability experts, modellers, financial specialists, IT professionals, and environmental scientists about the multi-faceted world of energy industry liability.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Manage comprehensive files by gathering relevant information, assessing compliance with liability requirements, and developing briefing packages to support recommended regulatory actions.
• Participate in project-based work aligned with the activities and initiatives of the Liability Management Group.
• Assist in optimizing internal document management and record-keeping systems, including managing and updating team, project, and group SharePoint pages.
• Collaborate within a multi-disciplinary team, gaining exposure to diverse areas of expertise.
  
  

What we’re looking for in you:

• Currently enrolled in the third year or higher of a Bachelor's program in Environment, Government Affairs, Science, Business, Oil and Gas, or a related field.
• Proficiency with common business tools and systems, including Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and Adobe is preferred.
• Experience working in the public or private sector is considered an asset.
• Adaptable and quick to learn new technologies, comfortable exploring and developing competency in new systems.
• Able to balance professionalism with a personable approach, adapting communication style as needed.
• Effective communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills.
  
  

Additional Information:

• Proof of enrollment in a registered post-secondary 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
• 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.
• Edmonton: employees will work in office two days per week.
• All other locations: 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