About the role#
Kiewit Infrastructure Engineers is seeking a Geotechnical Engineering Intern for the summer of 2027. You will join our Infrastructure Design Department in Oakville to support the design-build delivery of projects. This role involves working alongside a multi-disciplinary team to develop solutions that are constructible and safe.
What you'll do#
- Provide project support during proposal, bid, and construction phases.
- Collaborate with team members to complete engineering analyses for geotechnical challenges.
- Design temporary structures to support ongoing construction activities.
- Conduct engineering design and analysis using geotechnical data for foundations, slope stability, settlement, excavation support, and groundwater flow.
- Produce engineering reports, drawings, and detailed calculation packages.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree (minimum 3rd year) or graduate degree in civil or geotechnical engineering.
- Ability to work full-time from May to August 2027, or for a longer period.
- Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines.
- Strong organization, time management, and attention to detail.
- A commitment to safety and integrity in all tasks.
- Ability to travel as needed and access all areas of a construction site in various climates.
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Location & details#
- Location: Oakville, Ontario, Canada.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Employment: Full-time internship.
- Compensation: Paid position.
About Kiewit
Kiewit is a construction and engineering organization based in Omaha, Nebraska. Founded in 1884, the company operates across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It provides services in markets such as transportation, mining, energy, and water infrastructure. The firm is employee-owned and maintains a workforce of over 26,000 people.
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