A little about Capital Power
Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is dedicated to Powering Change by Changing Power This north star guides our ambitions, focus, and actions as we transform our energy system. We're a growth-oriented North American energy company headquartered in Edmonton, Alberta. Our team safely delivers, builds, and creates balanced energy solutions for customers across North America.
Our people are at the core of our journey to deliver reliable, affordable, and lower-carbon power solutions. We provide purpose-driven work in a safe and inclusive environment, and we live by our North Star With us, your contributions matter – we want you to be empowered to innovate, collaborate, and ultimately drive results. We're here to partner with you so you can learn, grow, and forge a career that's meaningful to you. Join us in powering North America!
Your Opportunity
OneTemporaryFull TimePosition
We are currently seeking a Compliance Intern to join our Market & Trading Compliance team for a full-time 12-month term. This roleprovides a unique opportunity for a recent graduateto gain hands-on experience supporting compliance activities in wholesale power markets across North America.
Working alongside experienced compliance professionals, traders, and cross-functional teams, the intern will develop a practical understanding of regulatory frameworks governing energy trading, including market conduct rules, reporting obligations, and internal compliance programs.
You will contribute to our team by
Supporting the monitoring of trading activities andassistinginidentifyingpotential compliance risks across physical and financial power markets
Supporting special projects and initiatives related to the development of the internal compliance program
Assistingwith regulatory research and communicating the developments from key regulatory bodies
Contributing to the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of compliance policies, procedures, and controls
Assistingin the preparation of internal reports, documentation, and audit materials
Supporting compliance training efforts, including preparing materials and coordinating learning sessions
Collaborating with stakeholders across Trading, Risk, Legal, and Operations
Assistingin data analysis and validation to support trade surveillance and reporting activities
What you will bring to the role
Education
Bachelor’sDegree inBusiness, Commerce, Finance, Economics, Energy Management, Law, Public Policy, or Regulatory Studies
Recent graduate or graduating within the last year
Education equivalency may be considered
Experience:
Prior internship, co-op, or academic experience in compliance, risk management, energy markets, finance, or regulatory environments is an asset
Exposure to wholesale electricity or natural gas markets is considered an advantage
Experience with data analysis, research, or policy development is beneficial
Technical Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint)
Experience with Power BI, Python, or SQL is an asset
Ability to conduct regulatory research and synthesize complex information
High attention to detail and accuracy
Social & Interpersonal Skills:
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated integrity and sound judgment
Collaborative mindset
Curiosity and eagerness to learn
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage priorities
Working Conditions:
Hybrid Office/Work from home positionlocatedin Calgary, with possible very minimal travel to meet business users at Capital Power facilities or other offices
Standard business hours with some flexibility
This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
In order tobe considered for this role you must be legally eligible to work in Canada
The successful candidate for this position will undergo an education verification, referencechecksand criminal recordcheck
Capital Power employeesthatrefer toa successful candidate for this positionare eligible for a $500Referral Reward!
We believe that creating a culture that supports employee physical, mental, financial, and social wellbeing is critical to our success. That is why we provide flexible and affordableemployee benefits, retirement savings, and paid time off programs. We also provide comprehensive onboarding, training, and programs supporting your career development.
How To Apply and Next Steps
Capital Power only accepts resumes via online application atwww.capitalpower.com/careers If you choose to submit your resume by any other means, we cannot guarantee that your application will be considered for vacancies.
Applicants with disabilities who require a reasonable accommodation to complete their application can request accessible formats, communication support, or other accessibility assistance by contactingcareers@capitalpower.com
Capital Power is committed to providing a fair and transparent hiring process. We recognize and embrace the value of diversity and hire employees with the appropriate skills, experience and knowledge for each position.
Thank you for taking the time to apply and expressing interest in powering a sustainable future with Capital Power! We wish that we could personally respond to everyone who applies; however, it is our practice to contact only those individuals selected for interviews.
Capital Power (TSX: CPX) is a growth-oriented power producer with approximately 12 GW of power generation at 32 facilities, plus battery energy storage across North America. We prioritize safely delivering reliable and affordable power communities can depend on, building lower-carbon power systems, and creating balanced solutions for our energy future.
