Geotechnical Engineering Internship Opportunity

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Arup Full time

A Future with Purpose

At Arup, we're dedicated to sustainable development and socially useful work that has meaning. Our purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We solve the world's most complex problems and deliver what seems impossible, with curiosity and creativity. We're a thriving and growing organization that offers many possibilities to shape a better world and your future.

The Opportunity

  • Interpret ground conditions and understand their impact on design and construction.
  • Prepare shallow and piled foundation designs, slope stability calculations, and seismic assessments.
  • Carry out temporary support of excavation designs for tunnel shafts and cut and cover tunnels/subway stations.
  • Conduct ground movement predictions and building damage assessments.
  • Use and manage subsurface information database systems.
  • Work in multidisciplinary teams for delivery of large-scale infrastructure projects for transportation and water/waster.
  • Observe construction site works, geotechnical investigation, and the installation of subsurface elements during construction.
  • Prepare desk study reports on sites due for development.

Is this role right for you?

We're looking for current students who are curious and ready to evolve how they think and work. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. If you can share your knowledge and ideas and encourage others to do the same; whilst having a desire to deliver excellent services for clients – we'd like to hear from you.

Qualifications

  • Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or master's degree in Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering (with focus on Geotech), or Geological Engineering.
  • Sound knowledge of civil engineering fundamentals, soil, and rock mechanics.
  • Professional demeanor.
  • Good communication skills essential for team-based working.
  • Excellent planning and organization skills required for our fast-paced environment.
  • Must be highly motivated, proactive, and willing to take on new challenges.

Preferred

  • 3.0 GPA or higher.
  • Evidence of past internship or extracurricular activity in the field.
  • Exposure and interest in programming (Python, Grasshopper, Visual Basic, Leapfrog, etc.).
  • Proven ability to perform in a deadline environment.
  • History of technical presentations and technical writing.
  • Evidence of personal investment in academic or extracurricular field.
  • FE / EIT Certification or obtaining.

Our team's notable projects

  • Advance Tunnel for the Scarborough Subway Extension, Toronto, ON.
  • Eglinton Crosstown West Extension, Toronto, ON.
  • Finch West LRT, Toronto, ON.
  • Billy Bishop Pedestrian Tunnel, Toronto, ON.
  • Pont Ile Aux Tourtes, Montreal, QC.
  • McGill Royal Victoria Hospital, Montreal, QC.

What we offer you

Each year, Arup seeks out students from around the world for our internship/co-op programs. We look for diverse students with inquisitive minds and the desire to challenge themselves. Our interns learn quickly, are natural problem solvers, and thrive on innovation. You will work alongside talented professionals and contribute to the success of real projects. In addition to on-the-job experience, we offer learning sessions with top leadership, site visits to local projects, and social events.

The good faith base salary hiring range for this job performed in Toronto is $17.00 - $32.00 per hour. Benefits are not included in the base salary range. Summary of benefits are included in this posting with details provided to applicants at the time of interview. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Toronto will differ.

Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for remote work are available throughout the program.

Next Steps

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied, you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly to begin the interview process. For any status updates regarding your candidacy, please be sure to check your candidate portal.



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