Biology or Environmental Science Student

2 weeks ago

Burnaby, Canada Kerr Wood Leidal Associates Full time

The Company
We are a 100% employee-owned consulting engineering firm, but we are also more than that. Our diverse crew includes engineers, technologists, biologists, agrologists, planners, scientists, and more. We began in 1975 and work together in an environment that empowers us to think differently about real-world problems. We want to work with those who, like us, take pride in creating INNOVATIVE solutions that push the boundaries of conventional practices.
In addition, we seek opportunities for continuous improvement in our work and support those who have a passion for EXCELLENCE. Here, we care about each other and strive to create a fun, open and engaging environment that leverages our individual strengths and encourages vibrant discussion.
What You’ll Do
- Supporting a team of biology and environmental professionals working on a wide range of interesting, innovative applied biology and environmental consulting projects
- Assisting with baseline studies of freshwater aquatic, terrestrial, and marine environments
- Assisting with field surveys and collecting field data on fish, aquatic habitat, vegetation, wildlife, and terrestrial habitat following standard protocols and best practices
- Collecting water, sediment, benthic invertebrate, and other types of environmental or biological samples according to established sampling plans and methodologies
- Field data input, QA/QC, analysis, and mapping
- Conducting environmental monitoring of construction projects
- Conducting background research and literature reviews
- Helping to prepare technical reports, memos, and other project deliverables

What You’ll Bring
- A positive and motivated personality
- Current enrolment in a Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Technology, or Diploma program in biology, environmental science, fish and wildlife management, ecological restoration, environmental technology, forestry, geography, or similar
- Enrolment in a formal co-op program is preferred
- Field skills and training in environmental methods such as fish and wildlife inventory and salvage, habitat assessments, water quality monitoring, and/or construction environmental monitoring
- Strong organizational, technical, and computer skills
- Experience with mapping and analyzing data using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is an asset
- You are passionate about building a career in applied biology, natural resources management, or a similar environmental field
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written) and be able to work with team members in a multi-disciplinary environment
- A desire to learn new skills and an eagerness to grow within your role
- A valid driver’s license (in good standing) is mandatory
- Must be physically able to conduct field visits commensurate with project work. This may include handling and operation of equipment, travel to remote areas by vehicle, boat, air or foot, and outdoor site visits in all weather conditions on uneven/varying ground terrain.

What We Offer
- A hybrid-remote work environment
- Competitive salary
- Ability to create your own work schedule and flexibility for your workday
- An employee-centric culture that includes sport participation, various team memberships, and team building activities
- Direct guidance from experienced teammates and an opportunity to work with an award-winning team
- And more

Wage Range
$25.50 per hour

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