Space Exploration Development Internship (Planetary Exploration) Job at Canadian Space Agency
Longueuil (Québec)
ZZ-STU-00 - Student
$20.80 to $34.59 per hour
For further information on the organization, please visit Canadian Space Agency
Closing date: 13 March 2023 - 23:59, Pacific Time
Who can apply: Persons residing in Canada and Canadian citizens residing abroad.To be eligible for this opportunity under the Research Affiliate Program (RAP), you must meet the following criteria:
- Be registered as a full‑time post‑secondary student in an accredited academic institution (proof will be required).
- Be returning to full‑time studies in the next academic year; or
- Be in your final year of studies and have been previously employed under one of the approved student programs of the federal government.
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Assessment accommodation
The student must be available to work from May 9, 2023 to August 18, 2023 for 37.5 hours per week.
Duties
The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) is recognized worldwide for its support to the exploration of space. For example, CSA is contributing to Mars exploration with Mars Science Lab mission. As part of it’s program for the exploration of the Moon, CSA has launched a new initiative known as the Lunar Exploration Accelerator Program (LEAP). This program prepares Canada’s space sector for lunar exploration by offering a wide range of opportunities for Canadian science and technology activities in lunar orbit or on the Moon's surface. To help the development of this program, the student will be asked to carry out the following tasks:
- Literature review on planetary science topics (e.g. summary of potential lunar landing sites proposed by the international community, defining the state of knowledge for specific planetary science instruments, etc.);
- Work on the design of a GIS tool for lunar exploration;
- Develop an interactive spatial database for international sites used for terrestrial analogue initiatives; and
- site visits to collect analogue samples (potentially).
Depending on the workload required for the tasks listed above, the student will also be required to assist the Planetary and Space Astronomy Space Exploration Development group in managing information and operational activities such as:
- Sorting information resulting from study contracts, e.g., reports and other documents, using the CSA corporate information management (Livelink) web-based system. Basic scientific and technical understanding of the context of the reports will be essential.
- Assist in the logistics of planning and holding various meetings (e.g. prepare Power Point presentations).
- Research into a specific topic and prepare a summary of study reports and other documents.
- Other administrative tasks to support group activities as required.
Work environment
The Canadian Space Agency needs you! Here are some benefits of working at the CSA:
- Free parking
- Free access to the CSA gym (changing room and showers available free of charge)
- Located near the Promenades St-Bruno and the Longueuil Public Market
- Cafeteria offering a wide variety of quality meals at reasonable cost
- Outdoor terrace with tables and umbrellas
- Early childhood center "La Voie Lactée" located next to the CSA
- Larkin-Kerwin Library located in the CSA
Please note that the position is located at the following address :
John H. Chapman Space Center, 6767, Route de l'Aéroport, Longueuil, Quebec, J3Y 8Y9.
Intent of the process
We intend to offer a full time student work opportunity during the Summer 2023 semester.
This process could serve to meet similar needs for opportunities during Fall 2023 (part time) and Winter 2024 (part time).
Positions to be filled: 1
Information you must provide
Your résumé.
Contact information for 2 references.
A list of the courses you have taken as well as any courses that you are taking now, or that you will be taking this academic year
In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)
EDUCATION
The student must currently be enrolled full-time in a recognized post-secondary institution in one of the following fields:
- Earth Sciences
- Earth & Planetary Sciences
- Geomatics
The student must have completed at least two 2 academic years at the university level in this field.
Degree equivalency
EXPERIENCE
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) is required.
Experience with the ArcGIS geographic information system is required.
If you possess any of the following, your application must also clearly explain how you meet it (other qualifications)
- Bilingualism (English and French)
- Experience in coding.
The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)
English essential
Information on language requirements
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Good communication skills.
Conditions of employment
Reliability Status security clearance - The chosen candidate must undergo a security screening.
Other information
The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Information on employment equity
Preference
Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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