Intern, Civil Engineering

At Alto, we are actively contributing to the transformation of Canada's future with our high-speed train project connecting Quebec City and Toronto. With the support of the Government of Canada, this innovative project aims to improve the quality of life of our citizens, strengthen ties between communities and stimulate economic growth.

Would you like to take on a stimulating, high-impact challenge? We are looking for an Intern, Civil Engineering. Please note that the candidate may be based in either Montreal or Toronto and that this internship is from January to April 2026.

The role

This internship is an opportunity to gain experience in alignment development and specific workstreams led by working closely with the Directors of Civil Engineering and Constructability. The intern will assist in supporting the efforts to be deployed during the Multi Criteria Analysis, to be completed by April 2026 summarizing design options for comparative purposes and providing valuable input from PDP data. This role offers invaluable exposure to the integration of design, alignment development, construction schedule and stakeholder engagements in large-scale transportation programs.

The responsibilities

• Assist the Directors of Civil and Constructability in reviewing and analyzing PDP originated data in relation MCA exercise using GIS tools, participate and support in design integration, construction schedule and stakeholder engagements.
• Review support: Compile and create clear, concise memos summarizing feedback, highlighting areas of improvement, and proposing recommendations.
• Presentation support: Create PowerPoint presentations to summarize various design options, feedback, and recommendations for internal discussions and decision-making. Ensure that the content of presentations is organized and easy to understand.
• Teamwork and Collaboration: Collaborate with the Engineering team and the rest of the ALTO teams to achieve the deliverables of the CDP plan.

The requirements

• Current student pursuing a degree in a University Civil Engineering program.
• Technical skills:
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Familiar with GIS development tools (ArcGIS) will be a plus
• Dynamic and agility in delivering short-term mandates and meet deadlines effectively.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both French and English.

Why join our innovative team?

• Basic paid group insurance for you and your family: medical, dental, life, disability, etc.
• Access to wellness and health accounts to support your lifestyle.
• Flex-Alto account of $500 to encourage a healthier approach and a more sustainable mode of transportation.
• A retirement plan and savings options (RRSP and TFSA).
• Vacations based on experience, available upon hiring.
• An incentive compensation program.
• Flexible hybrid work mode.
• A work environment that encourages initiative, innovation, and forward-thinking solutions.
• A unique opportunity to shape the future of transportation in Canada.

We work to create high-performance, diversified teams

At Alto, we believe in the power of diverse teams. We aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone can develop and flourish. Alto offers equal employment opportunities to all and invites qualified individuals, regardless of their identity, origin or situation, to apply.

Please let us know if you need any adjustments during the recruitment process. We will do our utmost to provide you with a fair and pleasant experience, while keeping any adjustments confidential.

Please note that we will communicate only with those candidates whose applications are selected for further consideration.To find out more about the entire project, visit Alto - Home.