Your potential is here!  

Division:  

ATCO Canadian Utilities  

Location:  

Calgary 

Duration:  

12 months  

Salary:  

$24 - $36/hour, dependent upon previous work-term experience  

Start Date:  

September 2026  

Relocation:  

Relocation assistance will be provided  

What We Offer:    

• A culture based on caring, integrity, agility, collaboration, safety, and belonging  
• Salary increases every semester plus 6% vacation pay  
• Opportunities to give back through ATCO's EPIC Program and team events  
• Well-Being@ATCO Health & Wellness Program  
• So much more!  

Your career journey at ATCO [https://www.atco.com/en-ca.html] has the potential to be full of new experiences, inspiring challenges, and growth without boundaries. Set your sights on how you want to grow and develop, and we’ll be right there to support you along the way.

We are looking for an IT/Cybersecurity student to join the Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Team. Work term starts in September 2026 for a 12-month period in Calgary. As a CIP Compliance Co‑op Student, you will support the team in maintaining and enhancing ATCO’s compliance with Alberta Reliability Standards (ARS) and NERC CIP requirements. This role provides exposure to cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, audit processes, and operational technology (OT) environments.

To apply:  

Please indicate on your resume how many months you are available for and that you are applying for the September 2026 Co-op Term.  Include your most recent transcript in your application.  

Who you are:  

• Must be enrolled in a co-op (or internship) program at a recognized Canadian university.

• Currently enrolled in a degree program in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.

• Basic understanding or interest in cybersecurity and compliance concepts.

• Familiarity with or interest in critical infrastructure or energy sector.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Analytical mindset with the ability to learn and apply new concepts quickly.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Exposure to NERC CIP, ISO 27001, or NIST frameworks
• Basic knowledge of networking, SCADA, or industrial systems
• Experience with Excel, data tracking, or reporting tools

What You Get to Do:

• Support the development and maintenance of CIP compliance documentation

• Assist with evidence collection and organization for audits and regulatory submissions

• Help track and maintain compliance activities, controls, and monitoring tasks

• Support self-reports, mitigation plans, and issue tracking under guidance

• Conduct basic compliance research on evolving AESO and NERC requirements

• Assist in risk identification and documentation updates

• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and documentation standardization

• Support preparation of dashboards, KPIs, and reporting materials

• Collaborate with team members across IT, OT, and engineering teams

• Participate in audit readiness and continuous improvement activities

   

What You’ll Gain

• Practical experience in CIP compliance and cybersecurity operations
• Exposure to regulatory audits and real-world compliance processes
• Mentorship from experienced CIP and cybersecurity professionals
• Insight into utility operations and critical infrastructure protection
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that supports grid reliability  

Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted.  

Canadian Utilities Limited is part of ATCO Ltd. With approximately 6,000 employees and assets of $23 billion, ATCO is a diversified global holding corporation with investments in Structures & Logistics (workforce housing, innovative modular facilities, construction, site support services, and logistics and operations management), Energy Infrastructure (electricity generation, transmission and distribution; natural gas transmission, distribution and infrastructure development; energy storage and industrial water solutions; and electricity and natural gas retail sales), Transportation (ports and transportation logistics) and Commercial Real Estate. More information can be found at www.ATCO.com. ATCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.  

ATCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.