Material Testing Co-op Student

Description

The Materials Testing Student role reports to the Quality Control Manager and offers hands‑on involvement on the Deerfoot Trail Improvements project in Calgary. This internship provides exposure to quality reporting, documentation, and material inspection within a real‑world construction setting.

• Provide reports to the construction quality manager
• Assist with day‑to‑day tasks
• Review quality documentation for completeness
• Supply data for month‑end quality reporting
• Maintain files and correspondence on quality testing and inspections
• Assist in preparing, reviewing, maintaining and approving supplier quality documents
• Gather field information and inspect permanent materials delivered to the site
• Liaise with clients, contractors and internal departments

Requirements

• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Currently enrolled in a technical college program for Civil Engineering or Construction Management
• Experience in the construction industry (strong asset)
• Valid driver’s license with a clean abstract
• Experience in lab and field testing of construction materials (asset)
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to utilize current technologies and solve problems
• Able to pass a pre‑access drug and alcohol test
• ACI Concrete certification preferred

Benefits

Employee well‑being is a priority, with programs supporting mental, emotional and physical health, as well as career development through Aecon University and leadership initiatives. Aecon champions inclusive work environments through equity, diversity and inclusion training, Women in Trades, Diversity in Trades programs, and Employee Resource Groups, while also leading sustainable construction practices that minimize environmental impact.

• Flexible to work day and night shifts to meet deadlines

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance