1 Temporary contract for up to 12 months
Job code:
$1,001.92 - $1,207.03 Per week*
*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.
Bring your passion for environmental stewardship and sustainable resource management to the Ontario Public Service! The Ministry of Energy & Mines is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic student or recent graduate to join the Mine Rehabilitation Section as a Mine Rehabilitation Intern. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience supporting projects that reduce environmental risks and improve public safety at abandoned mine sites across Ontario.
Working alongside experienced technical professionals, you will contribute to field inspections, research activities, data management, mapping initiatives, rehabilitation planning, and project delivery activities while developing valuable skills in environmental protection and land stewardship.
About the job You will:
Assist with site inspections and rehabilitation projects by documenting site conditions, collecting field information, and supporting rehabilitation activities.
Support the planning and delivery of mine rehabilitation projects through research, work planning, cost estimation, and project tracking.
Maintain and organize project information, reports, photographs, maps, and inspection records within ministry systems.
Assist with technical research and analysis related to mine rehabilitation methods, environmental protection, and best practices.
Support mapping and spatial data activities, including the preparation of maps, figures, and project materials.
Assist with UAV (drone) data collection, imagery processing, and spatial analysis activities.
Help prepare briefing materials, presentations, correspondence, and tracking tools.




Contribute to a secure and healthy work environment by following established health and safety procedures.
Note: occasional fieldwork and travel to remote locations may be required.
Mandatory requirements A valid Ontario Class G driver's licence, or the ability to obtain one during the internship, may be required depending on operational needs.
You have graduated from a recognized college or university within the past three (3) years in environmental science, geology, engineering, natural resources management, mine rehabilitation, or a related field.
Technical knowledge Academic background in environmental science, geology, engineering, natural resources management, mine rehabilitation, or a related field.
Understanding of mining operations and environmental or physical hazards associated with abandoned mine sites.
Experience using Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Familiarity with GIS, databases, UAV/drone technology, or technical software is considered an asset
Research and analytical skills The ability to gather, analyze, organize, and summarize technical information.
Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records and documentation
Communication and interpersonal skills Effective written and verbal communication skills.
The ability to work collaboratively with technical staff, contractors, and stakeholders.
Organizational skills The ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and meet deadlines in a team environment.




Don't meet every qualification? If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.
Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
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Language requirements and assessment: All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.
Location: 933 Ramsey Lake Rd, Sudbury, North Region.

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📌 Mine Rehabilitation Intern (Ontario)
🏢 Environment, Conservation and Parks | Environnement, Protection de la nature et Parcs
📍 Ontario