Environmental Engineering Co-op Student

The Opportunity

Gain practical experience as an Environmental Engineering Summer Student while working on real-world projects that make a difference. You will apply classroom knowledge to diverse field and office tasks, learn from experienced professionals, and expand your technical expertise. This role offers the chance to develop skills in environmental monitoring, data analysis, and reporting, while building a strong foundation for a future career in environmental consulting and engineering. You'll be part of a collaborative team committed to sustainability and innovation.

Why choose WSP?

• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP
 

What you can expect to do here:

• Support our Environmental Team with tasks such as water and soil monitoring, borehole drilling, data entry, and reviewing technical information;
• Participate in environmental site assessments and remediation projects;
• Assist with technical writing for reports and letters;
• Collaborate with team members in both office and field settings;
• Operate equipment safely, and follow all health and safety protocols;
• Gain hands-on learning and contribute meaningfully to project success.

What you'll bring to WSP:

• Currently in 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year of a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or Environmental Engineering;
• Valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean driving record;
• Willingness to travel and work out of town for extended periods (typically 1–4 weeks);
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel);
• You're curious, collaborative, and ready to tackle diverse environmental challenges –  no two days look the same.

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe.  In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP.  Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please  READ THE FULL POLICY.