Summer Student - Engineering Student III Job Ottawa area,Ontario Canada,Engineering

Position: Summer Student - Engineering Student III, 35hrs

Requisition  
Department:
Finance and Corporate Services
Multiple Positions
Salary Information: $21.323 - $24.300 per hour (2026 rates of pay)
Affiliation:
Non Union/Non MPE
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 duties

Conducting engineering fieldwork and field, construction site and structural inspections, including conducting visual surveys, collecting data, taking photographs

Monitoring and interpreting process data and conducting trend analyses

Conducting project scheduling, progress tracking and developing project documentation

Conducting public information sessions and presentations and developing communications documents as required

May be responsible for assisting in coordinating portions of smaller contracts

EDUCATION 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

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of project management principles and phases/life cycles of projects, related systems applications and data management tools

Knowledge of aspects of the construction project management and administration process

Sound knowledge of engineering theories, techniques, and procedures or higher mathematics

Advanced level competency in writing and testing computer programs

Advanced level working knowledge of a variety of computer software including Microsoft Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access and Fox Pro, Map Info, ITX, Oracle, Arc View, AutoCAD, Micro Station 95, data communication protocols, graphics programs, statistical analysis programs, Aperture, SPAN, and IMA7, etc. Students must supply own CSA-approved, green patch safety work boots.

Desirable

Qualifications:

Emergency First Aid, CPR, Health and Safety Training

WHMIS training

Confined Space Competent Worker training.

COMPETENCIES,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to read engineering plans and specifications, and reports

Ability to read or prepare engineering plans, specifications and reports, designs and/or technical drawings

Ability to perform complex (not preset) calculations regarding, for example, with respect to sewers, watermains and/or road grades

Works with sensitive process and analytical instruments

Ability to work in an office set in a technical work environment

Ability communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including participating in meetings, presentations, and interacting with the public

Ability to operate plotter, engineering copier, etc.

Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision

Ability and willingness to work on construction sites

Ability to operate cars and small trucks

Ability to conduct engineering fieldwork and drafting.

Ability to operate power hand tools.

Ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision

Ability to recognize process problems to prevent the need for costly repairs

Ability to work with sensitive process and analytical instruments

Attention to detail

Strong analytical skills and sound judgment

Strong communication skills, including tact, patience and assertiveness

Ability to prioritize and work independently

Willingness to enter data for long periods of time

Ability to interact with a variety of people including the general public

Organized, thorough Willingness to work outside, on construction sites and to walk long distances is desirable

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…


Increase/decrease your Search Radius (miles)



Job Posting Language