Student, Radiation (41956)

Job Category: SHREQ

Location: Key Lake

Work Contract: Temp Full-Time (K3)

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 Us

Key Lake, located in northern Saskatchewan, is the world’s largest high-grade uranium mill. The uranium milled at Key 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 Role

Cameco has a great student opportunity available for an enthusiastic, motivated individual to be a part of Key Lake’s radiation team.

In this role, you will:

- assist in ensuring operational compliance with the radiation protection program.

- collect, maintain, and record radiation data as well as issue radiation work permits as required.

conduct routine monitoring and assess working conditions pertaining to radiation protection for the safety of all workers.

Required:

- You are a university student currently enrolled in a science-based post-secondary education program;

- Strong communication and computer skills;

- Valid Class 5 driver’s license;

- Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft; and

- You must be returning to school for the academic semester following your work term with Cameco.

Conditions of Employment:

- pre-employment substance test; and

- driver’s license.

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 four-month full-time temporary student term, starting May 2026 until end of August 2026. Students will be notified if they are selected for an interview.

Req ID #: 41956

Posted: March 10, 2026

Posting end date: March 31, 2026

Salary Range: $61,698 - $71,190

Safety Sensitive Site

Preference will be given to Residents of Saskatchewan’s North (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.