About the role#
Engineers and Geoscientists BC is seeking an Articling Student to join the team for a term starting in September 2027. This role provides hands-on exposure to professional governance, regulatory decision-making, and discipline processes. You will develop a foundation in administrative law, procedural fairness, and statutory interpretation while working under the guidance of the Manager, Legal Counsel Policy.
What you'll do#
- Analyze and provide advice on issues related to the Professional Governance Act.
- Conduct legal research into policy, privacy, and governance matters.
- Prepare legal memoranda, bylaw changes, presentations, and reports.
- Assist with the investigation and discipline of registrants, including the drafting and negotiation of Consent Orders.
- Support files related to unauthorized practice, misuse of title, and associated court applications.
- Assist with issues involving external organizations such as the Ombudsperson, the Human Rights Tribunal, and the courts.
- Participate in training covering ethics, practice management, and core lawyering skills required by the Law Society of British Columbia.
What you'll need#
- An undergraduate law degree with excellent grades.
- Immediate eligibility for enrollment in the articling program of the Law Society of British Columbia.
- Completion of the June 2027 Accelerated PREP session.
- A strong interest in administrative law, contract law, civil litigation, and privacy law.
- High attention to detail and a commitment to work quality.
Location & details#
- Location: Burnaby, British Columbia.
- Term: Summer 2027 (beginning September 2027).
- Work Modality: Hybrid, with a minimum of 2 days per week required in-office.
- Compensation: This is a full-time, paid position with an annual salary of $65,500. The organization covers the cost of the Law Society of BC bar admission program.
- Benefits: Includes 8% pay in lieu of benefits, 10 vacation days per annum (pro-rated), and a flex day program.
About Engineers and Geoscientists BC
Engineers and Geoscientists BC regulates the engineering and geoscience professions in British Columbia. It operates under the Professional Governance Act to set academic and practice standards for its members. The organization is based in Burnaby and maintains a staff of 215 employees. Its primary function is to ensure that only qualified individuals take responsibility for engineering and geoscience projects within the province.
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