This exciting Internship/Co-op position will be located at the Second Narrows Water Supply Tunnel project. This is new water supply tunnel under the Burrard Inlet, one of five new water supply tunnel crossings in the region. The tunnel will increase the capacity of the existing system. The structure will be approximately five meters in diameter and 1.1 kilometers in length.

This internship provides a variety of hands on experience and training needed to become an effective, well-rounded Civil Construction Engineer by exposure to both technical and office duties.

Typical responsibilities require applying critical engineering and management thinking which includes: estimating, design, scheduling, compliance review, procurement, surveying, production tracking, change order preparation, material testing and analysis, and cost report management.  We are seeking professionals who are committed to safety, quality, and productivity.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Apply critical engineering and management thinking
• Assist in development and implementation of safety plans
• Conduct site audits and material testing and analysis
• Perform inventory checks, daily field engineering tests, and cost analyses
• Complete change order preparations and production tracking
• Assist with drawings (method/field) estimating, scheduling, and surveying
• Support with procurement and quality assurance reviews
• Maintaining files and records, copying, and scanning
• Process charts/graphs, designs, and proposals
• Assume additional responsibilities as directed

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Candidate must be currently enrolled in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering & Management, or other related program at the time of their internship, as well as having completed their sophomore year
• Candidates should possess leadership potential, be problem-solvers, and be able to make decisions in a fast-paced environment
• AutoCAD experience preferred
• Previous construction experience preferred

ABOUT OUR PROGRAM:

Our robust Internship and Co-op Program offers eligible university students the exciting opportunity to alternate sessions of work and school, with the added benefit of graduating with relevant work experience. This is a full-time internship requiring 40+ hours per week. The internship will take place approximately MAY 2021- AUG 2021, BUT WE CAN BE FLEXIBLE ON START/END DATES. 

Required Skills Required Experience

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Operating a stand-up forklift truck to pick and package all customer orders consistent with company standards

• Receiving and putting away all incoming material

• Loading all outgoing material and unloading all incoming material

• Package UPS shipments

• Clean designated areas of warehouse as needed

• Label material according to customer specifications

• Move material to new locations as needed

• Must follow all safety practices and procedures to ensure a safe work environment

• All other duties/tasks as assigned