Water Co-op Student - Winter 2027 - 4-8 Months

Employer description

At Stantec, we approach every water and natural resource project we undertake—whether at the local, regional, or watershed level— thoughtfully, and execute it with excellence across all project phases. We partner with our clients to design fit-for-purpose solutions that address their communities’ unique needs throughout the water infrastructure lifecycle. Our experts lead their fields and guide our work with scientific rigor, an innovative spirit, and a vision for growth. We’re a place where you can apply your passion and collaborate with top talent on work that’s critical to our clients, our communities, and the industry at large. Your Opportunity As an Intern, you will work in a team environment and have exposure to planning, design, and construction of systems for water infrastructure projects which may include water and wastewater plants, pump stations, water supply, distribution, etc. Candidates should be highly motivated and dependable students who are taking or have taken water resources or water-treatment-type courses. This is a terrific opportunity for a college or university student to support a number of exciting local and national projects. Your Key Responsibilities • Assisting in project administration including writing reports, gathering information, drafting proposals, drafting correspondence, tracking project costs, and completing progress reports • Assisting technical staff with various project tasks, including researching, compiling and evaluating project data, preparing reports and performing calculations for water and wastewater treatment projects and/or sewer or tunnel design projects • Performing simple calculations, computer data entry, along with some exposure to CAD, GIS, design and cross-training • Performing research and contacting vendors for information • Complete other engineering/administrative duties as required Your Capabilities and Credentials • Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) • Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills • Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and take direction • Knowledge of state and federal regulations, policies, and programs, are a plus Education and Experience • In progress toward earning a Bachelor's degree (minimum) in civil or environmental engineering (or related field) • Specific coursework or exposure to one or more of the following: planning, design, construction of water and wastewater systems. Typical office environment working with computers and working at a desk for long periods of time. Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice. Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best. #Student