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We believe environmental responsibility and human progress are interconnected, interwoven and international. Our scientists, engineers, field teams, consultants and professionals collaborate across disciplines and geographies, guiding industries and governments, ensuring that communities and environments thrive.\nWhen you join us, you’re not just forging a career, you’re joining a movement. A movement for better thinking, smarter solutions and lasting impact.\nTogether, we will advance our way of life and protect the integrity of our environment every step of the way.\nAs a Junior Hydrogeologist/Geologist, based out of our Calgary, or Edmonton, Alberta office, you will support a wide range of hydrogeology, groundwater, and environmental projects across our mining, infrastructure, energy and municipal sector work. Working closely with senior geoscientists and engineers, you will gain hands-on field experience while building your technical and regulatory expertise. 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We may provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law, to support performance of the essential functions.\nLifting 23 kilograms (50 pounds) several times a day\nOverhead lifting of over 9 kilograms (20 pounds)\nWorks in an office environment when not deployed to a field or project site\nOften works outdoors and may be exposed to hot and cold environments and extreme weather conditions, including sunlit, rainy and windy conditions\nOnterris provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities; including accommodation that considers an applicant’s accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to work with Human Resources directly.\nThis posting reflects a non vacancy at the company. Please note, we are not accepting third party agency applicants at this time.\nOnterris is a leading global environmental solutions company partnering with organizations to solve complex challenges where environmental pressures, regulatory expectations and operational risks intersect. Guided by our mission to advance the way of life without compromising the integrity of our environment, we believe environmental responsibility and human progress are fundamentally connected. Our scientists, engineers, field teams and consultants apply systems thinking that unites science, data and practical expertise to deliver solutions that strengthen our clients’ resilience, mitigate risk and protect the air, water and soil that sustain communities, while uncovering responsible paths forward for planet and progress. For more information, visit www.onterris.com.\nWe are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. 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