The Opportunity:
Company, Department: Nova Scotia Power, Power Production- Engineering
Location: Dartmouth, NS
Type of Employment: Temporary, Full Time (September - December 2026)
Closing Date: August 13, 2026
Are you ready to apply your knowledge in the real world? We are currently looking for a Co-op (Electrical) student to join our Tufts Cove Generating station Engineering Team in a temporary position reporting to the Manager – Projects Engineering.
During your time with us, you will gain exposure to what it’s like to be part of a team supporting operational planning, maintenance strategy, and continuous improvement initiatives across Nova Scotia Power’s generating stations.
What you’ll do:
As an Electrical Co-op Student, you'll gain hands-on experience supporting capital projects and day-to-day plant operations while working alongside experienced engineers, technicians, and operations teams.
Working with E&I shop, operations, plant engineers to help troubleshoot day to day operating issues.
Drafting As-built drawings and procedures as required.
You will be responsible for your personal safety and that of co-workers, by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
What You'll Bring:
We're looking for curious, motivated students who are eager to learn, contribute, and grow their engineering skills.
You will be a strong candidate if you:
Are working towards an Electrical Engineering degree (preferred), ideally in the 2nd to 4th year of studies.
You are an experienced engineering student with strong analytical and organizational skills.
Having familiarity with risk management, project controls, and project management methodologies will be considered an asset.
Possess excellent communication and relationship skills, and an ability to work well with at various levels of the organization.
Are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite will be considered an asset (E.g., Excel, SharePoint, Visio).
What we offer:
- Networking and Growth; A Network of many other current & former co-op students & Social Committee offer students a way to connect with their peers with biweekly events like Keynote Speaker Series, Coffee Chats, Volunteer Opportunities and more.
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A Comprehensive and Fun Onboarding Program including facilitated group orientation sessions for all students joining us each term, and a handy Student Handbook and Technology Guide to set you up for success from day one!
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Community Engagement & Care: Corporate investments in the places where our people live and work, mentoring opportunities, fundraising-matching; volunteer programs, various committees and employee resource groups.
Click here to learn what some of our current & former students have to say about their experience with us!
Learn more about our culture & values:
At the Emera Group of Companies, you’ll be part of an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone is welcomed and supported. Come build a career as unique as you are: making an impact from Atlantic Canada to the world. Your experience and perspective will help Emera to safely deliver cleaner, reliable energy to our customers and we’ll help you become a leader of tomorrow! If working in an innovative environment, challenging yourself, and shaping a cleaner energy future inspires you, we want to hear from you.
Sound like the right opportunity for you? Here’s How You Apply:
Apply by Thursday August 13, 2026 and let us know why this role is right for you by:
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Clicking on the ‘APPLY NOW’ button in this job posting.
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Attaching your resume, cover letter or motivation, and your transcript as one single file.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Emera:
As one of Atlantic Canada’s largest publicly traded companies, we are ranked one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, Top Employers for Young People and Top Diversity Employers. We know our success is driven by our dedicated teams and we strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.
Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the online application process. We support candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs and encourage you to let us know when you require accommodation.
Recruitment & Promotion Policy:
The success of the Emera Company is driven by its people: a strong team with a shared commitment to support the Emera Company mission and values. The purpose of our recruitment policy is to provide a consistent framework to support fair and equitable attraction, hiring, and retention of the best talent for vacant positions. We are dedicated to maintaining a fair hiring process that provides equitable opportunities to all our applicants and is guided by our company values.
