Project Engineer Intern

Contract term

From August 2026 to May 2027

Welcome to Lactalis Canada! We’re proud to be Canada’s #1 branded dairy company and to be consistently recognized as one of the country’s top employers by Forbes. Our purpose is to enrich and nurture the lives of Canadians by offering the best of dairy from Canada’s favourite dairy brands like Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, Astro and Lactantia. In fact, our products can be found in over 90% of Canadian refrigerators in any given time.

As part of Lactalis Group, the world’s leading dairy company, we remain focused on innovation and quality and are seeking like-minded individuals to join us as we continue our growth journey.

At Lactalis, we are committed to cultivating talent and providing enriching opportunities that ignite passion and foster growth in our future leaders. Our student program is designed to nurture your potential by providing you with enriching work experience in a dynamic and innovative environment.

Lactalis Canada’s student program encourages curiosity, creativity, professional development, and personal growth. Not only will you develop your expertise through hands‑on experiences, but you will also join a thriving network of Lactalis Students across Canada. All students will have the chance to participate in social events, group trainings and workshops, manufacturing plant tours, and an end‑of semester project!

We are invested in your long‑term success and aim to equip you with skills and experiences that will fuel your future!

The Project Manager Intern, Engineer, will be responsible for supporting various engineering activities within our organization, under the supervision of experienced team members. This includes participating in the planning, design and implementation of various engineering projects in a manufacturing plant environment.

• Technical support:
  Assist senior engineers in carrying out research, analysis and testing in support of medium to large capital expenditure engineering projects.
• Design and development:
  Contribute to the design and development of processes or systems through the application of engineering principles and the use of computer‑aided design (CAD) software and other technical tools.
• Documentation and reports:
  Prepare technical documentation, including engineering drawings, specifications, work permits, lockout/tagout procedures, and reports. Ensure accurate record‑keeping of progress on projects and results obtained.
• Problem solving:
  Participate in identifying and solving technical problems encountered during project execution.
• Continuous learning:
  Keep abreast of industry trends, best practices and relevant technological advances in the field of engineering. Participate in training and development activities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including production, quality assurance, maintenance, and purchasing, to support project coordination and implementation.
• Supplier management:
  Communicate with external suppliers and subcontractors for the procurement of materials, equipment and services needed to complete projects.
• Safety compliance:
  Follow safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment for oneself and for others.
• Maintenance support:
  Support the maintenance team by helping to draw up a list of added equipment, with a view to implementing a preventive maintenance program.

• Currently enrolled in an engineering program (e.g., industrial, mechanical, chemical, or food engineering)
• Enjoys solving problems and making logical decisions
• Has completed at least one to two progressive experience trainee ships (a traineeship or a work‑study experience in engineering is an asset)
• Is working towards obtaining the professional engineer designation (eng.)—an asset
• Basic understanding of engineering principles and concepts, with the ability to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical context
• Proficiency in computer‑aided design software (CAD) and technical engineering tools
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with…