Investing in the youth of our communities is the key to a successful future. We offer paid opportunities to help students develop their professional skill set, along with a variety of scholarships.
We offer supports to students and new working professionals through a variety of programs:
Our scholarships are designed to meet the needs of students from our local communities. We offer scholarships for students in local high schools, Portage College and the University of Alberta.
Each year, we employ post-secondary students between May and August. Students positions within our operations help them gain the knowledge and experience they need to be successful in their chosen field. Our team members foster a supportive learning environment where our students can grow their skills and contribute to the Al-Pac team.
Summer student positions are available on our Current Opportunities page in January.
These positions are designed for students enrolled in a recognized post-secondary forestry or environmental sciences program. The program provides students with the opportunity to work with professionals in their field of study and gain industry experience. We offer positions working in silviculture, fisheries, environmental sciences and woodlands planning and operations.
Forestry student positions are available on our Current Opportunities page in September.
We are a partner of the Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP). This program allows students to learn side by side with a trades professional and provides them with experience in their field of interest. Students can complete the program while attending high school.
For further information about this program, speak with your high school career counselor about joining RAP.
Our Indigenous Apprenticeship Program is designed for members of Indigenous communities within our Forest Management Agreement (FMA) who have an interest in becoming a Fourth-Class Power Engineer. This program allows them to work closely with certified power engineers and develop the foundations necessary to be successful. The selected candidates must be willing to obtain Fourth-Class Power Engineering certificate through distance learning on their own time while working full-time hours. Formal power engineer training is not required to apply. All hours worked will be counted towards the steam time requirement for the 4th Class Power Engineer Certification of Competency.
Qualifications:
Have a willingness to learn and a positive attitude.
Obtain a high school diploma or GED
Have a valid driver’s license (GDL removed) with an acceptable driving history.
Have First Nations, Inuit or Métis Status.
Reside within our FMA area.
Indigenous Apprenticeship Program opportunities are posted on our Current Opportunities page when available.