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Co-op Student – Environmental Services (Summer 2024) – 8 Month – ( 2400003F )
Description
Build the foundation for a lasting and successful career in geotechnical engineering by starting with a good team. From field exploration and laboratory testing to the design and construction management of complex geotechnical structures, our team does work that’s rock solid. We perform geotechnical studies to solve pressing infrastructure and construction rehabilitation issues. Sometimes, we break new ground with our ideas. Other times, we’re bringing stability to a project.
Your Opportunity
Stantec provides an exceptional opportunity to learn through practical experience, expert supervision and on-the-job training. Based out of our Burnaby, BC location, we are looking for Civil or Geological Engineering students or recent graduates in the field of Geotechnical and Materials for an 8 month period from May 2024 to December 2024.
Your Key Responsibilities
Students will be introduced to a wide variety of geotechnical consulting activities, including:
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Field Work: Geotechnical and/or materials testing fieldwork including but not limited to; compaction monitoring and construction quality control / quality assurance.
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Project Coordination: in conjunction with Stantec field staff, office staff, the client and other parties such as regulators and suppliers.
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Data Management: collection compilation and database applications of field and laboratory data analysis: desktop, computer and project team analysis of information to identify and define solutions.
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Reporting: preparation of reports detailing the work carried out, results, conclusions and recommendations.
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Obtain practical experience in applying technical procedures and practices
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Learn about prescribed testing and data analysis methods.
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Experience using various software programs and applications.
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Develop and enhance interpersonal skills needed to succeed in a professional career.
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Gain experience dealing with day to day responsibilities in a challenging work environment.
Qualifications
Your Capabilities and Credentials
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Must have valid driver’s license and vehicle available to complete field reviews.
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Applicants should be energetic team players with appropriate academic qualifications.
Education and Experience
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Experience is preferred however undergraduates with at least one year in a Civil Engineering Degree/Diploma program are encouraged to apply.
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Applicants must be registered in an accredited, post-secondary institute
Field work may include exposure to the elements including inclement weather. Some time will be spent in a typical office environment working with computers and remaining sedentary for long periods of time. Ability to lift and move items and equipment up to 50 lbs.
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.
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Salary Range(s):
- $21.86 – $29.99 Min/Max Pay Range for postings located in BC
The final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a well-being program, health care spending account, wellness spending accounts, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Primary Location : Canada-British Columbia-Burnaby
Organization : BC-1233 EnvSvcs-CA GeoTech West
Employee Status : Temporary
Job Level : Entry Level
Travel : No
Schedule : Full-time
Job Posting : Jan 15, 2024, 7:48:04 AM
Req ID: 2400003F
Stantec provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for future and current employment and prohibit discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, referral, promotion, compensation, fringe benefits, job training, terminations or any other condition of employment. Stantec is in compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations and ensures equitable opportunities in all aspects of employment. EEO including Disability/Protected Veterans