Building Sciences Co-op Student - Summer

Building Sciences Co-op Student - Summer 2026

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Overview

WSP is currently seeking a Building Sciences Co-op Student to join our Buildings group, located at our Hamilton office. Reporting to the Director of Building Sciences, this position will be responsible for conducting site reviews and assisting our Junior and Intermediate Engineers on projects.

What you can expect to do here:

• Apply your technical knowledge to building science and audit projects.
• Assist engineers with building evaluations and site reports.
• Conduct construction and site reviews, monitoring the quality of building repairs.
• Collaborate with contractors, sub-consultants, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to contract administration processes and project deliverables.
• Apply sustainable thinking and practices within project delivery.
• Support knowledge sharing within the building science practice.

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Currently completing a degree in Civil or Architectural Engineering, or a diploma in Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Technician, Building Science, or Architectural Technology.
• A strong academic record and involvement in volunteer or industry associations.
• Passion for building sciences and construction.
• Previous co-op or summer work experience in construction or engineering is an asset.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle.

Why choose WSP?

• A Canadian success story – we’re proud to wear the red and white and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you – from the environment to highways, buildings, and terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities – we’re growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture – work with genuinely good people doing humbly important work.
• Attractive pay, flexible work options, comprehensive benefits including virtual healthcare and wellness programs, and a clear vision for the future.

About Us

WSP is one of the world’s leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments. We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in environmental remediation to urban planning, engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, and developing renewable power sources for the future.

We value our people and our reputation. We are locally dedicated with international scale. We are future focused and challenge the status quo. We foster collaboration in everything we do. We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable.

EEO and Additional Information

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please review the full policy.