Summer Student - Engineering Student III
Job in
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Listing for:
City of Ottawa
Part Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Apprenticeship/Internship
position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 19245 CAD Yearly
CAD
19245.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Summer Student - Engineering Student III, 35hrs
Requisition
Department:
Infrastructure & Water Services Dept.
Multiple Positions
Salary Information: $19.245 - $19.245 per hour (2026 rates of pay)
Affiliation: CUPE 503 Inside/Outside
City:
Ottawa, ON
Job Category:
Summer Student Recruitment
Application Close: 28/02/2026
JOB SUMMARY
You assist the supervisor or designate in performing the following advanced level engineering functions as required, by:
Conducting general construction site office dutiesConducting engineering fieldwork and field, construction site and structural inspections, including conducting visual surveys, collecting data, taking photographsMonitoring and interpreting process data and conducting trend analysesConducting project scheduling, progress tracking and developing project documentationConducting public information sessions and presentations and developing communications documents as requiredMay be responsible for assisting in coordinating portions of smaller contractsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Post-secondary Student - completion of third year or beyond college or university in mechanical, chemical, environmental or electrical engineering, architectural or civil/structural engineering program with a strong computer applications background
Two years or more of related experience is required
Experience in Engineering environment is an asset.
CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENCES
Valid Ontario unrestricted G class driver’s licence (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerit points accumulated
Current Standard First Aid, CPR and/or AED certificates are assets
Must complete all required
on-the-job training/certifications (e.g. WHMIS, fall arrest, confined space entry, etc.) within the timeframe determined by the employer.
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of project management principles and phases/life cycles of projects, related systems applications and data management toolsKnowledge of aspects of the construction project management and administration processSound knowledge of engineering theories, techniques, and procedures or higher mathematicsAdvanced level competency in writing and testing computer programsAdvanced level working knowledge of a variety of computer software including Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access and Foxpro, Map Info, ITX, Oracle, Arc View, AutoCAD, Micro Station 95, data communication protocols, graphics programs, statistical analysis programs, Aperture, SPAN, and IMA7, etc.COMPETENCIES,
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to read or prepare engineering plans, specifications and reports, designs and/or technical drawingsAbility to perform complex (not pre-set) calculations regarding, for example, with respect to sewers, watermains and/or road gradesWorks with sensitive process and analytical instrumentsAbility to work in an office set in a technical work environmentAbility communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including participating in meetings, presentations, and interacting with the publicAbility to operate plotter, engineering copier, etc.Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervisionAbility to operate cars and small trucksAbility to conduct engineering fieldwork and drafting.Ability to operate power hand tools.Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervisionAbility to recognize process problems to prevent the need for costly repairsAbility to work with sensitive process and analytical instrumentsAttention to detailStrong analytical skills and sound judgmentStrong communication skills, including tact, patience and assertivenessAbility to prioritize and work independentlyWillingness to enter data for long periods of timeAbility to interact with a variety of people including the general publicOrganized, thoroughAbility and willingness to work on construction sitesStudents must supply own CSA-approved, green patch safety work boots.WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Language Requirement:
Various language requirements, locations may require English only, French only OR Bilingual competencies. Some positions require English oral, reading, and writing. Some positions required French oral, reading and writing.Driver’s License Requirement: A valid Ontario unrestricted G…
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