Intern - Control Systems Developer
Top Benefits
About the role
The Canadian Light Source Inc. (CLSI) is a national research facility located on the University of Saskatchewan campus. The CLS produces very bright light to explore the nature and structure of molecules, and serves national and international users from academia, industry, and government institutions.
CLSI is now accepting applications to fill a Control Systems Developer Intern position for a sixteen-month term, starting in May 2026 and ending August 2027. The Controls Intern will work within the Controls and Instrumentation group, contributing to software for control and feedback systems throughout the facility. This role will include design, implementation and maintenance of a variety of unique systems and will provide an excellent opportunity for a wide range of experience given the specialized technology we use to conduct our research.
Duties:
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Assist senior developers in the development, deployment, and testing of software to meet the scientific goals of the CLS. This includes integrating hardware involved in motion control, system monitoring, and the operation of a variety of scientific equipment.
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Support and maintain existing solutions for accelerator and scientific operations.
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Learn to apply standard procedures to solve problems and refer difficult or unusual problems to senior staff or supervisor for guidance.
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Document software in accordance with CLS standards.
Qualifications:
Successful completion of the third year of a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Engineering (dual degree), or a related discipline. The expectation is that interns will return to continue their studies after the internship is completed.
Experience Considered an Asset:
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Previous work in a technical environment.
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Familiarity with standard UNIX software development tools.
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Experience with C/C++ and or Python.
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Introductory knowledge of distributed control systems such as EPICS.
To Apply: Submit a cover letter, and resume along with references online
Applications will be considered as of January 11, 2026 and may continue until the position is filled. While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Compensation: Current student rates for our intern positions is $50,000 annually.
Canadian Light Source Inc. (CLSI) is an equal opportunities employer and encourages members of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities) to self-identify on their applications. One of our values is Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and we strive to create a workforce that reflects our users and the community in which we live. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply, and we hope you will choose CLSI as your employer of choice. If you have any questions or concerns about accessible employment at CLSI, or to begin a confidential conversation about your individual accessibility or accommodation needs through our recruitment process, please contact us at jobs@lightsource.ca*.*
About CANADIAN LIGHT SOURCE INC.
The Canadian Light Source is the only synchrotron in Canada and one of the largest scientific infrastructure investments in our country’s history.
Since the start of operations, in 2005, CLS has enabled over 5,000 scientists from 56 Canadian academic institutions and 45 countries, to publish over 6,000 scientific papers, highlighting discoveries in a wide variety of fields, in over 1,000 international scientific collaborations.
From helping in the fight against COVID-19 to creating new cancer-fighting drugs, developing more nutritious and climate-resistant crops and supporting clean-tech and green mining processes, CLS’s infrastructure and experts help researchers solve problems, train the next generation of scientists, and support industries to become more efficient and sustainable.
CLS employs more than 250 people including scientists, engineers, technicians and administrative and business personnel.
The Canada Foundation for Innovation, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council, Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the Government of Saskatchewan and the University of Saskatchewan fund our operations.
Intern - Control Systems Developer
Top Benefits
About the role
The Canadian Light Source Inc. (CLSI) is a national research facility located on the University of Saskatchewan campus. The CLS produces very bright light to explore the nature and structure of molecules, and serves national and international users from academia, industry, and government institutions.
CLSI is now accepting applications to fill a Control Systems Developer Intern position for a sixteen-month term, starting in May 2026 and ending August 2027. The Controls Intern will work within the Controls and Instrumentation group, contributing to software for control and feedback systems throughout the facility. This role will include design, implementation and maintenance of a variety of unique systems and will provide an excellent opportunity for a wide range of experience given the specialized technology we use to conduct our research.
Duties:
-
Assist senior developers in the development, deployment, and testing of software to meet the scientific goals of the CLS. This includes integrating hardware involved in motion control, system monitoring, and the operation of a variety of scientific equipment.
-
Support and maintain existing solutions for accelerator and scientific operations.
-
Learn to apply standard procedures to solve problems and refer difficult or unusual problems to senior staff or supervisor for guidance.
-
Document software in accordance with CLS standards.
Qualifications:
Successful completion of the third year of a degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Engineering (dual degree), or a related discipline. The expectation is that interns will return to continue their studies after the internship is completed.
Experience Considered an Asset:
-
Previous work in a technical environment.
-
Familiarity with standard UNIX software development tools.
-
Experience with C/C++ and or Python.
-
Introductory knowledge of distributed control systems such as EPICS.
To Apply: Submit a cover letter, and resume along with references online
Applications will be considered as of January 11, 2026 and may continue until the position is filled. While all applicants are thanked for their interest, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Compensation: Current student rates for our intern positions is $50,000 annually.
Canadian Light Source Inc. (CLSI) is an equal opportunities employer and encourages members of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities and visible minorities) to self-identify on their applications. One of our values is Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and we strive to create a workforce that reflects our users and the community in which we live. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply, and we hope you will choose CLSI as your employer of choice. If you have any questions or concerns about accessible employment at CLSI, or to begin a confidential conversation about your individual accessibility or accommodation needs through our recruitment process, please contact us at jobs@lightsource.ca*.*
About CANADIAN LIGHT SOURCE INC.
The Canadian Light Source is the only synchrotron in Canada and one of the largest scientific infrastructure investments in our country’s history.
Since the start of operations, in 2005, CLS has enabled over 5,000 scientists from 56 Canadian academic institutions and 45 countries, to publish over 6,000 scientific papers, highlighting discoveries in a wide variety of fields, in over 1,000 international scientific collaborations.
From helping in the fight against COVID-19 to creating new cancer-fighting drugs, developing more nutritious and climate-resistant crops and supporting clean-tech and green mining processes, CLS’s infrastructure and experts help researchers solve problems, train the next generation of scientists, and support industries to become more efficient and sustainable.
CLS employs more than 250 people including scientists, engineers, technicians and administrative and business personnel.
The Canada Foundation for Innovation, Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council, Canadian Institutes of Health Research, the Government of Saskatchewan and the University of Saskatchewan fund our operations.