Opportunities for Internships, Co-op Placements and Young Professionals

At the IESO, we're committed to providing students, interns and recent graduates with opportunities to make meaningful contributions and gain valuable skills and experience.  We offer a diverse range of opportunities in many different disciplines, including engineering, IT, HR, Finance and Communications.  No matter what team you're a part of, you'll get first-hand exposure to a vital industry and the chance to do work that matters in a culture that values everyone's contributions.  You’ll discover a range of diverse and exciting career paths that will enable you to apply your skills and education to work that impacts millions of Ontarians. We’re committed to unlocking your career potential and building the energy leaders of tomorrow – today! 

What recent graduates at the IESO are saying

The future is bright for these recent grads thanks to the unique opportunities the IESO offers young professionals. 

 

               

      Jenny Yue 

      Lead  Power System Engineer

      Power System Limits

                 

       Eze Angius 

       Power System Engineering Analyst

       Performance Applications & Integrations

                   

         Nikola Dimiskovski 

         Transmission Planning Engineer

         Plan Development North & East

Current opportunities for Recent Graduates

While the teams below are among the biggest at the IESO and welcome many recent graduates every year, we’re always looking for skilled and ambitious young professionals in all areas of the vital work we do.

Information and Technology Services

Put your technical skills towards managing the IESO’s varied and complex information technology solutions and strategies and help safeguard the electricity system from cyber threats.

Power System Development

Help ensure a reliable, affordable and sustainable energy future for Ontarians through planning and forecasting, securing system needs and advancing conservation efforts.

Corporate Relations, Engagement and Strategy

Develop policies, strategies, initiatives, and communication products that reflect and support the objectives of the IESO and Ontario’s electricity sector.

Markets and Reliability

Take on the challenge of operating the province-wide power system and administering and designing Ontario’s real-time electricity markets.   

Information and Technology Services

Put your technical skills towards managing the IESO’s varied and complex information technology solutions and strategies and help safeguard the electricity system from cyber threats.

Power System Development

Help ensure a reliable, affordable and sustainable energy future for Ontarians through planning and forecasting, securing system needs and advancing conservation efforts.

Corporate Relations, Engagement and Strategy

Develop policies, strategies, initiatives, and communication products that reflect and support the objectives of the IESO and Ontario’s electricity sector.

Markets and Reliability

Take on the challenge of operating the province-wide power system and administering and designing Ontario’s real-time electricity markets.      

What students at the IESO are saying

For these former students, the IESO was more than a short-term opportunity to build their skills - it was the start of a rewarding career!

 

      Valeria Pittier

      Human Resources Associate

      Talent Acquisition

 

       Alex Gorgi

       Power System Engineering Analyst

       Connection Assessments

 

      Charlie LoPresti

      Analyst, Compliance & Dispute Resolution

      Rule Compliance

Students: Become part of our team

In the last three years, over 200 students have gained valuable skills and experience at the IESO through a range of opportunities – many leading to exciting careers after graduation. Below is a short description of our student programs and their requirements, as well as instructions on how to apply.

Professional Experience Year (PEY) Students: 

  • 12 to 16 months
  • Must be enrolled in an internship or co-op program with a university or college
  • Must have completed at least the second year of program (unless otherwise specified)
  • Opportunities posted every year from September to January and start the following May


Co-op / Development Students:

  • 4 or 8 months (maximum of two terms)
  • Must be enrolled in an internship or co-op program with a university or college
  • Opportunities posted year-round at academic institutions; work terms start in January, May and September


Students — How to apply:  Check your school’s career portal for the latest student opportunities at the IESO. All submissions must include a resume, cover letter and the most recent transcript (official or unofficial). 
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