With more than 400 employees,$83 million in annual revenue and nearly 80 years of RD&D experience, the Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) is Canada's second largest research and technology organization with1,400 clients in 16 countriesaround the world. We help clients from across the world solve technology problems, make improvements, seize opportunities, maintain competitiveness, increase productivity, and develop new markets.SRC's Mineral Processing team provides leading-edge research, development and demonstration services for a variety of commodities and mineral processing technologies. To learn more about SRC Mineral Processing, visit www.Src.Sk.Ca .OverviewSRC's Research and Technology Division is seeking Chemical Engineering Co-op Students to join the Mineral Processing team. The co-op students will participate in activities related to the processing of potash, uranium, rare earths and lithium. These positions are open to a 16-month term, starting May 2027.AccountabilitiesAssist the Mineral Processing lab and pilot plant testing teams in setting up procedures and equipment for processing various minerals, such as potash, rare earths, uranium, gold and base metalsParticipate in administering bench tests and pilot-scale campaignsDevelop skills in sample preparation, mineral processing equipment operation, measuring instruments and moreLearn procedures for attrition scrubbing, desliming, flotation, magnetic separation, gravity separation, reagent conditioning, leaching, solid/liquid separation, settling and process monitoringParticipate in data collection and report preparation,



as requiredQualificationsA third-year chemical engineering student enrolled in the University of Saskatchewan Engineering Co-operative Internship Program with focus preferred in either mineral processing or extractive metallurgySkillsStrong understanding of best practices for quality work and workplace safetyTeam player with effective interpersonal, communication, multitasking and problem-solving skillsWillingness to learn and stay adaptable as daily job tasks may varyAbility to self-motivate, follow detailed instructions and carry out tasks with minimal supervisionRequirementsLifting or moving up to 50 pounds during work shiftsFlexible schedule with possible evening and weekend work, as requiredExtended work hours (up to 12 hours per day), as requiredThe chosen candidate will be required to provide an original Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to SRC prior to the commencement of any employment duties. The Criminal Record Check must have been executed within the preceding 30 days of receipt.This position is located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.Deadline to apply is November 30, 2026.As SRC strives to build a representative workforce, applications are encouraged from persons of Indigenous ancestry.Hear from our Past StudentsAs a working student,



my internship experience at SRC has been incredibly valuable, providing me with hands-on exposure to real engineering projects and industry practices. One of the aspects I have enjoyed most is the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals and contribute to meaningful work that has strengthened both my technical and problem-solving skills. Throughout my placement, I have been able to apply concepts learned in my electrical engineering courses to real-world challenges while also gaining practical knowledge that cannot be learned in a classroom. This experience has increased my confidence as an engineer, and reinforced my enthusiasm for pursuing a career in engineering.-Mustafa Emara, Electrical Engineering Co-op StudentI'm currently a Chemical Engineering student and I've worked in both the Mineral Processing and Rare Earth Elements departments. My experience at SRC as a student assistant has been incredibly valuable, from working in bench scale lab projects and pilot plants to commissioning a brand new plant. While in school, it was hard to imagine what the processing equipment even looked like, all I knew was the math behind it. Now, I can say I've actually worked with the equipment including testing it, designing procedures for it, and troubling shooting it as well. Between both departments and others I've met throughout my time at SRC I can say for certain it is a warm and welcoming work environment. Overall, my Co-Op at SRC has been a outstanding opportunity to grow, contribute, and gain experience that I'll carry with me throughout my career.

📌 Chemical Engineering Co-Op Student (Saskatoon)
🏢 Saskatchewan Research Council
📍 Saskatoon