Student, Mine Engineering

Requisition ID 42560 - Cigar Lake - Canada - Engineering
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 UsCigar Lake, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s highest-grade uranium mine. The uranium produced at Cigar Lake is used for nuclear fuel products, which utilities around the world rely on to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to power a secure energy future.
The RoleWorking as a member of the Cigar Lake Mine Engineering Department, you will support a variety of technical activities and gain hands-on experience across multiple mine engineering disciplines in an underground mining environment.
In this role, you will:Support mine engineering activities including surveying, ventilation, production and development layouts, short-term planning, ground control, and project work.Work closely with the mine engineering team to develop practical experience and apply your technical knowledge across a broad range of underground mine engineering activities.
Required:you will be entering your third or fourth year as a university student in geological or mine engineering, or other applicable academic fields;
Demonstrate resolute attitude towards safety;
Valid class 5 driver’s license;
Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft;
andyou must be returning to school for the academic semester following your work term with Cameco.
Recommended:experience with Microsoft Suite;
andexperience using Vulcan and/or Deswik.
Conditions of Employment:pre-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 12-month full-time temporary student term, starting May 2027 until end of April 2028 .
Interviews will take place in December 2026 and January 2027
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Students will be notified if they are selected for an interview.
Posting end date: November 26, 2026
Salary Range: 78,800-97,000 per annum
Safety Sensitive SitePreference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan's Nor
th (RSN).
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.
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