Construction Materials Co-op Student

About the Role

The Construction Materials Co‑op Student role gives you hands‑on challenges in construction materials engineering. From day one you will support real projects, working both in the field and the laboratory to evaluate the soils, asphalt, and concrete that shape our roads, bridges, and communities. • Perform routine field and laboratory testing on soils, aggregates, concrete, and asphalt following established standards. • Collect and label field samples, maintaining proper chain of custody. • Conduct material tests to assess engineering properties and verify compliance with project specifications. • Support supervisors in monitoring material placement, compaction, and quality‑control activities. • Record, organize, and report test results with high accuracy for technical documentation and decision‑making. • Communicate findings to engineers, contractors, crews, and stakeholders to facilitate timely issue resolution. • Participate in safety orientations, toolbox talks, and on‑the‑job training to maintain a strong safety mindset. • Assist in problem‑solving related to construction methods, material selection, mix proportions, and mix design. • Enhance professional communication and technical writing abilities, including structured reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸field testing
• ▸lab testing
• ▸sample collection
• ▸qc monitoring
• ▸test reporting
• ▸stakeholder communication

What You Bring

You will gain practical experience testing soils, aggregates, concrete and hot‑mix asphalt while learning directly from experienced technicians, engineers, and field supervisors. This co‑op will build your technical confidence on active construction sites and show you how your work contributes to safe, high‑quality infrastructure. • Develop site‑working skills and confidence in active construction environments. • Be enrolled in a university engineering program (civil, geological, environmental, materials, or related) and eligible for a co‑op term. • Demonstrate curiosity, analytical thinking, organization, and a commitment to safety; previous site exposure is a plus but not required.

Requirements

• ▸engineering student
• ▸co‑op eligible
• ▸site skills
• ▸safety commitment
• ▸soil testing
• ▸analytical thinking

Benefits

WSP exists to shape communities and advance humanity. Proudly Canadian and a Top 100 Employer, we offer a global network of brilliant minds, limitless opportunities across the country and abroad, and flexible work that respects personal balance. Compensation varies by province, ranging from $21.50 to $32.25 per hour, with final salary based on education, experience, and location. If you are driven by purpose and impact, apply now to start a rewarding career as a Construction Materials Co‑op Student.

Work Environment

Field