Summer Student, Metallurgical Laboratory

Fixed term/Temporary
Canada / Saskatchewan

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Welcome to Orano

Helping to meet current and future challenges to preserve our world and build the world of tomorrow while taking care of everyone's health is stimulating for you. For us too. By joining the Orano Group, a leading international player in the nuclear industry, you are in the right place.

Every day we work to produce efficient low-carbon energy, to fight global warming, to find solutions that save natural resources, and to contribute to progress in health.

Our strengths? Across the entire fuel cycle, we have extensive expertise in cutting-edge technologies, safe, high value-added products and services, and a strong capacity for innovation. All of these factors reflect the strong skills of our 17,000 employees, whom we are constantly striving to develop. With their different backgrounds and experience, they are proof of our openness to all talents. They share the same ambition: to give nuclear energy its full value.

Job description

Orano Canada is a leading producer of uranium in Canada, working to power the future with clean energy! Our McClean Lake mill is the most technologically advanced mill in the world for the processing of high-grade uranium ore without dilution. As a metallurgical laboratory summer student, you’ll have the opportunity to gain some hands-on experience with chemicals, reagents, daily checks and following proper safety procedures. We look forward to reviewing your application!

Responsibilities include:

· Comply with the Saskatchewan Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations, WHIMIS, company health and safety policies, practices, and procedures

· Handling of chemicals and reagents

· Operation of technical instruments and meters. Daily checks and calibrations

· Carry out chemical analysis measurements using published work instructions

· Record data collected as prescribed

· Input data into appropriate databases or other records

· Stock, replenish, laboratory supplies as needed

· Alerts metallurgy supervision of any irregularities which may have an effect on analytical accuracy, sample throughput, and instrument operation

· Carries out other procedures and assignments as required with supervision

Our Full-Time Benefits

A customized onboarding experience upon your arrival
A welcoming environment and great coworkers
A competitive salary and benefits package

Training and Development opportunities throughout your career
Fitness equipment available for use on work / camp premises
All of the advantages of a large group while maintaining the dynamics of a smaller company: career advancement opportunities, social committee, interesting projects and opportunities to get involved in our strong commitments to communities.

Ideal qualifications

Skills and Qualifications for the position include:

· Preference given to residents of the Athabasca Basin in Saskatchewan’s north (RSN)

· Enrolled in a Science, or related post-secondary program and returning to school in the fall of 2025

· Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

· Strong comprehension of science and mathematics

· Attention to detail

· Must be dependable and able to work independently with ability to multitask effectively

· Must have good communication skills

Work Location & Schedule:

· McClean Lake site

· 14 days in and 14 days out rotating schedule

· May to August 2025

Fly Day- This position will fly in and fly out on Friday

Pick-Up Points: Saskatoon, Prince Albert, La Ronge, Buffalo Narrows and the designated communities in the Athabasca region of Uranium City, Stony Rapids, Fond du Lac, and Wollaston.

This position is subject to pre-employment checks including education and criminal record verification.

Drug and alcohol substance testing is a requirement for all safety sensitive positions at Orano Canada.

Summer Student, Metallurgical Laboratory

Ref: 2025-18925

Fixed term/Temporary

S0G 3E0

Apply Before 2/18/2025

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Orano Canada Inc.

As a sustainable uranium producer, Orano Canada is committed to safety, environmental protection and contributing to the prosperity and well-being of neighbouring communities.

We have been exploring for uranium, developing mines and producing uranium concentrate for more than 55 years. Headquartered in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, we are a leading producer of uranium in Canada. The Orano-operated McClean Lake mill is a unique facility and the most technologically advanced mill in the world for the processing of high-grade uranium ore without dilution.

We value the knowledge, experience and cultures and commit to the advancement of Indigenous Peoples, Women, Visible Minorities and People with Disabilities, and strongly encourage all candidates from these designated groups to apply for our exciting career opportunities.