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Careers

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Discover the Right Role for You

As the province’s sole regulator of oil, oil sands, natural gas, geothermal, minerals, and coal resource development, the AER’s responsibilities are notably diverse. It makes sense that our workforce is also diverse. From scientists and field inspectors to regulatory analysts and engagement specialists, we seek talented people with strong technical and interpersonal skills and a passion for doing what’s right.

Does this sound like you?

Why Choose Us

At the AER, your career goes beyond a paycheque. It allows you to follow your passion for public service and protect what matters most to Albertans. While ensuring the responsible and safe development of energy and resources in Alberta, you’ll receive a competitive total rewards package, hybrid work and flexible work hours for eligible positions.

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Student Programs

We offer our students meaningful, challenging, and hands-on work experience. We recruit students for multiple disciplines, including engineering, environmental sciences, information technology, operations, finance, internal audit, law, human resources, and communications. Our student positions support co-op, summer, and practicum students with four- to eight-month work terms.

Our People in Action

AER team members thrive on building relationships, solving problems, and delivering on commitments. Read their inspiring stories.

Trapping and Tradition

Annette Hobart, regional engagement specialist and Métis trapper, operates a trapline near Bonnyville. She shares her traditional knowledge with her colleagues to help promote understanding.

Laying Down the Law

When incidents happen, it’s up to the AER’s investigators to gather evidence. As an inspector, Greg Jones ensures Alberta energy and resource development companies follow the rules and regulations.
 

Hidden Treasures

Employees at the AER’s Core Research Centre uncovered two unlikely treasures: motor oil cans to store drilling samples and a 249.7-million-year-old fossil.