Structural Co-op; Fall

HDR is currently seeking engineering students for a four‑ or eight‑month placement or longer at our downtown Vancouver office. In this role, the successful candidate will work on a large variety of projects associated with building structural systems for different building and non‑building structures. The student will work concurrently on multiple projects that are in various stages of design and construction, providing opportunities to learn about all aspects of the building engineering industry.

• Offer real‑world experience on exciting projects
• Connect with recent college graduates and our company leaders through mentoring and young professionals’ programs
• Apply standard engineering techniques and procedures
• Perform assignments under the direct supervision of a professional or Project Manager
• Conduct supervised design calculations and element design (focus on steel, concrete, mass timber and masonry structures)
• Produce sketches and drawings to communicate design concepts
• Document review and interpretation to support construction activities
• Participate in field reviews or investigations to support construction activities
• Prepare field reports based on onsite observations
• Perform other duties as needed

• Prefer 2 years completed toward degree with 3.0+ GPA
• Demonstrated knowledge of software packages related to the field of study/industry
• Skilled in using CAD software such as Revit, AutoCAD, and Bluebeam Revu
• Skilled in using structural analytical programs such as SAP
  2000, ETABS, SAFE, RISA3D, RAM, and similar apps
• Knowledge of engineering principles associated with building structural systems for steel, concrete, and masonry structures
• Past experience working with an engineering firm
• Independent learner capable of quickly learning new skills
• Successful working in a team environment
• Keen observer with a strong attention to detail

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate engineering program
• Attention to detail
• Possess strong problem‑solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• Commitment to being an active participant in an employee‑owned culture

Hourly pay in Vancouver: $21.00–$31.00. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, an employee referral bonus, and tuition reimbursement. Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions; temporary and part‑time roles are eligible for limited benefits.

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Location:

Canada—British Columbia—Vancouver
Industry: Building Engineering
Schedule: Full‑time
Employee Status: Temporary
Business Class: Building Structural
Job Posting Date: Jun 4, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records. For more information, visit