WSP provides engineering, design, and consulting services across diverse sectors worldwide.
Assist structural engineers in design, construction review, and site tasks for 4‑8 months.
27 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
Dartmouth, NS, Canada
Office Full-Time
Company Size
55,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Architecture
Design
Environmental Services
Sustainability
Urban Planning
Sector Specialisms
Waste Management and Landfill
Water & Wastewater Tunnels
Water and Wastewater Treatment
Water Supply and Distribution
Parks and Open Spaces
Rail and Transit Advisory
Rail Design
Rail Electrification
Role
Description
shop drawings
change orders
quantity estimates
structural modeling
design coordination
design meetings
Reviewing shop drawings and change orders during constructions, as well as producing site visit reports.
You will be involved in quantity estimates and construction review, including site visits.
Under the supervision of a Professional Engineer, you will collaborate with Engineers and Designers to design, model and coordinate the various structural systems using the various software and existing tools.
Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
Participating in regular design meetings, internal with the team, as well as with clients and construction site meetings.
Requirements
engineering student
initiative
communication
driver's licence
security clearance
You are a student in civil or structural engineering, civil engineering technology or architectural and building sciences technology.
Sense of initiative and attention to details
Good communication skills (verbal and written)
Driver's licence
To qualify for this role, you must be eligible for Canadian Federal Government Enhanced Reliability clearance. This is a mandatory requirement to work with this client.
Benefits
Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
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.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
must be eligible for canadian federal government enhanced reliability clearance (mandatory security check).
Company
Overview
Founded 1959
Year Established
The company was established in 1959, marking its beginning as a global leader in engineering and consulting.
40+ Countries
Global Presence
WSP operates in over 40 countries worldwide, delivering innovative solutions across multiple sectors.
Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions.
Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail.
Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments.
Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.
Culture + Values
78% global leadership
Internal Leadership Filling
Over 75% of global leadership positions were filled internally over the past three years.
3.7% retention increase
Employee Retention
Achieved a notable increase in global employee retention in 2024.
>75% internal filling
Leadership Hiring Practices
Over three-quarters of leadership roles have been filled internally since 2022.
Ethisphere recognition
Ethical Compliance
Recognized by Ethisphere for maintaining strong ethical values as a Compliance Leader Verification.
Environment + Sustainability
68% drop emissions
Emissions Reduction
Significant reduction in scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions compared to 2018 levels.
65.1% SDG-linked
Sustainable Revenue
Percentage of annualized revenues aligned with Sustainable Development Goals.
90% emission reduction
Long-term Goal
Aim to reduce total emissions (scopes 1, 2, and 3) by 90% by 2040 compared to 2018 levels.
30% scope 3 reduction
Supply Chain Emissions
Target to reduce scope 3 emissions by 30% by 2030 compared to 2018 levels.
Committed to net zero across value chain by 2040 (SBTi-approved)
Science-based targets: reduce absolute scope 1&2 emissions by 60% by 2030 vs 2018