WHO WE ARE

“Energizing the Future.”

TransAlta owns, operates, and develops a diverse fleet of electrical generation assets in Canada, the United States, and Australia, providing municipalities, industries, and businesses with safe, low-cost, and reliable clean electricity. For over 111 years, TransAlta has been a responsible operator and proud community member where its employees work and live. We are committed to fostering a dynamic, productive, and safe work environment. Our employees contribute to a diverse, open, and transparent culture with clear accountabilities, strong leadership, and challenging opportunities for personal career growth.

For more information about TransAlta, visit our website at, www.transalta.com.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

It is our collective mission to ensure that every single employee feels a sense of inclusion and belonging and can show up to work as their true authentic self. TransAlta is committed to hiring a diverse workforce including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. TransAlta believes that diversity enhances the quality of its performance, is an essential element of effective corporate governance, and cultivates a strong workplace culture.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Our Energy Marketing & Trading team is excited to welcome two enthusiastic and driven summer students ready to gain exceptional hands-on experience on TransAlta's dynamic trade floor. This high-performing team specializes in trading and scheduling power and natural gas across North America, leveraging proprietary trades to generate margins that drive value for TransAlta. As a summer student, you will work directly with the front-line trading and marketing group, gaining invaluable exposure to the fast-paced energy markets.

This is a full-time, temporary, 4-month position with an ideal start date of early May 2025. This is an office-based role at our new head office in downtown Calgary, offering an exciting opportunity to work in a vibrant and modern environment. Unfortunately, this role is ineligible for remote work. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Provide analytical and modeling support to the trading, analytics, and marketing desks, contributing to the achievement of energy trading objectives

• Support major projects related to trading, risk management, asset optimization, and customer-focused initiatives by performing ad hoc analyses, developing business cases, and preparing impactful presentations

• Work with large, complex data sets to identify, analyze, and recommend actionable opportunities to trade floor teams

• Collaborate closely with trade floor analysts and traders to develop and maintain a strong understanding of markets, customers, trading points, and strategies

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU

To be successful in this role, we are looking for the following essential qualifications and experience:

• Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program with a focus in an analytical discipline such as economics, finance, engineering, mathematics, statistics, physics, or computer science

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel 

• Experience with MATLAB, Python, or other programming languages 

• Excellent problem-solving skills with a keen analytical mindset

• Self-motivated and results-oriented, with a proactive approach to work

• Proven ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks

• Demonstrates a positive attitude, strong initiative, and a commitment to learning

• Superior written and verbal communication skills

• Able to thrive both independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team

• Eager to learn and understand TransAlta’s business operations

Nice to Haves

• Prior work experience obtained through internship, coop or summer jobs 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Successful completion of applicable background checks is a condition of employment

Become part of our TransAlta team today! We look forward to reviewing your application. 

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every single qualification. At TransAlta, we are dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse workforce where you can show up every day as your true, authentic self. So, if you’re excited about this role but your qualifications and experience don’t quite tick every box, we encourage you to apply anyways. You might just be the candidate we are looking for.