Marine Renewables Co-op Student
Competition # : 45517
Department: Energy
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Student
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date: 26-Mar-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Our Opportunity
The Nova Scotia Department of Energy is now accepting applications for a Co-op Student for a period of 14 weeks from May 26, 2025, to August 29, 2025. Candidates must provide proof of status as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student, be enrolled in a Cooperative Education program, and be scheduled to return to school in Fall 2024 to be eligible for this program.
About Us
The Department of Energy promotes the sustainable use of energy resources to increase Nova Scotia’s energy security, support job creation, grow the economy, and create social benefits. We work towards fighting climate change by helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. We also oversee the development of marine renewable energy resources.
A key priority for the Department is to identify innovative tools and support research that will help Nova Scotian businesses and workers enhance their capacity to participate in the economic opportunities afforded by the energy transition, including providing a clear pathway for the adoption of clean technologies. Accelerating Nova Scotia’s energy transformation will help to meet the Province’s sustainable development goals, provide a pathway for the Government of Canada, other institutions, and larger customers to obtain renewable electricity for their operations in Nova Scotia, improve the competitiveness of Nova Scotian businesses, and support increased energy choices for consumers.
The Marine Renewables Division is responsible supporting these efforts by working to develop marine renewable energy resources, including tidal stream and offshore wind, to help reduce Nova Scotia’s greenhouse gas emissions, create jobs, and transition to a low-carbon economy. As an Intern in the Marine Renewables Division, you will collaborate on research, policy, and programs related to marine renewable energy and assist in administering the Marine Renewable-energy Act. You will work collaboratively as a member of an integrated, multi-disciplinary team and with other government agencies and external stakeholders. You will support broader areas of research and marine renewable energy development.
Primary Accountabilities
In this position, you will be under the general supervision of the Division’s Manager and:
- Provide support to the team on policy and program analysis, and advice and recommendations on a broad range of marine renewable energy initiatives.
- Conduct research on policy, legislation, and practices in other jurisdictions related to marine renewable energy.
- Support the preparation of briefings, presentations and consultations, background papers, briefing notes for ministerial use, business cases, and submissions to senior staff as required.
- Support data collection, analyses, and metrics.
Summary of Position
- Support the team in developing and advising on strategies, policies, programs, and initiatives related to Marine Renewables. Tasks will include in-depth research (including literature reviews, legal research, and jurisdictional scans) as well as complex analysis of information and data to inform policy decisions. The position will be responsible for writing and presenting clear, concise reports, guidance materials, and information packages pertaining to departmental strategies and initiatives as it relates to clean growth and innovation.
- You will work as part of a team contributing to developing, coordinating, and implementing consultations and engagement initiatives that meet the objectives of departmental priorities and strategies.
- The successful candidate should have a background in: Policy; Environmental Management, Science, or Sustainability; Resource Management; Marine Management or Affairs; or other relevant experience that can support our projects and initiatives. Strong skills in research, analysis, and critical thinking are a must.
- The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of provincial energy initiatives and have working knowledge and understanding of sustainable energy policies, issues, trends, and practices in other jurisdictions.
- The position will be required to work independently and show initiative. The position must also be effective in working in a team situation and establishing collaborative working relationships. Experience and knowledge of public policy analysis, development, and program implementation are desired.
This position may perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate will be a fourth year undergraduate student or graduate student, registered in a cooperative education program, and are returning to school in the next applicable semester of a relevant field of study. They also would have an aptitude for safe work practices and the ability to multi-task in a busy work environment.
An offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer.
Additional Information
Please note, this is a student position with an end date of August 26, 2024.
Please ensure you demonstrate in your application how you meet the above qualifications. In your cover letter, identify the competition number, position, and department.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Pay Grade: HOURLY
Salary Range: $20.09 - $29.69 Hourly
Employment Equity Statement:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
This is a bargaining unit position initially restricted to current civil service employees represented by the Nova Scotia Government Employees Union (NSGEU). If applying from outside a government office, employees must apply correctly via this link:
Failure to apply correctly means that your application will not be given first consideration as a bargaining unit applicant, and will only be included if external applications are pursued.
External applicants and current casual employees will only be considered if there are no qualified civil service bargaining unit candidates. PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials, the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concerns may be directed to Competitions@novascotia.ca.
