Student, Health Physicist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 6, 2026.
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At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.
About Us
Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to power a secure energy future. Utilities around the world rely on our nuclear fuel products to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco’s corporate office is based in Saskatoon. We have mining operations and projects in northern Saskatchewan, Kazakhstan, the United States and Australia. We are also a leading supplier of uranium refining, conversion, and fuel manufacturing services from our operations in Ontario.
The Role
As a member of the corporate safety, health, environment, and quality (SHEQ) department, you will provide support on radiation protection issues, including utilizing specialized tools, software and techniques to assist the sites in day-to-day operations and mitigation of potential hazards.
In this role, you will:
- Implement the radiation protection program and associated standards at the sites, including modifying or improving documentation, ensuring proper equipment use and consistency across the company.
- Enter data in a database of worker and workplace radiation information.
- Assist in the administration of radiation data.
Required:
- you are a university student currently entering your third of fourth year specializing in physics, engineering physics, or other physical sciences/engineering; and
- you must be returning to school for the academic semester following your work term with Cameco.
Recommended:
- Field experience is an asset.
Conditions of Employment:
- Substance test.
Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such, preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.
This is a four-month full-time temporary student term, starting May 2027 until end of August 2027. This position is located in Saskatoon with frequent trips to the northern Saskatchewan sites.
Interviews will take place in December 2026/January 2027. Students will be notified if they are selected for an interview.
Req ID #: 42500
Posted: November 5, 2026
Posting end date: November 26, 2026
Salary Range: $78,825 - $97,020
Safety Sensitive Site
The physical and psychological safety of our employees is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco’s Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request. Successful candidates for all positions that will work at Safety Sensitive Sites or Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user’s system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test.