Hydro One Women in Engineering Award

Hydro One
Provider
Value
$5000
Deadline
November 01, 2025
Difficulty
Normal

Hydro One has a history of fostering the professional growth of women in engineering, creating mutually beneficial opportunities for career development. Part of this support has been community engagement through avenues such as Go Eng Girl and the Women in Engineering, University Partnership. 2014 marked the establishment of the Hydro One Women in Engineering Award, an extension of Hydro One’s tangible support for young women wishing to embark on a career in Engineering. In addition to a cash award, recipients will be offered a paid work term with Hydro One.

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How to Apply

  • Eligibility
  • Application
  • Judging
  • Terms

All applicants must be:

  • Canadian citizens or landed immigrants enrolled in full time study in an accredited Ontario University.
  • While preference will be given to electrical engineering students, women who have completed a minimum of two years of engineering studies in other areas of specialization (mechanical and civil) are also encouraged to apply.
  • Must be able to complete a 12-16 month work term with Hydro One.
  • Of good academic standing with a strong GPA (B+).
  • Have strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Students must be returning to school on a full time basis.
  • Engaged in outreach, volunteer or educational activities with younger girls,

Applicants must include a copy of their unofficial transcripts and updated resume along with their application.

SELECTION OF WINNERS:

Following the application deadline (November 1) applications are reviewed by Hydro One Management. The top candidates are short-listed for an interview. The interview candidates are then ranked based on their interview scores and the top candidates are chosen as the winners.

AWARD LUNCHEON

Hydro One will arrange an awards luncheon for the award winners and their 2 invited guests where the monetary award will be presented.

  • 10 Awards of $5,000 each are available for women-identifying studying engineering at the undergraduate level in accredited Ontario universities.
  • Women-identifying award recipients award will also have the opportunity to engage in a 12-16 month paid developmental work term with Hydro One.