About the role#
This internship provides hands-on experience in both the field and office. You will work with multidisciplinary engineering teams to apply your academic knowledge and assist with project delivery from design through construction. This is a full-time, paid position for the Summer 2027 term based in Fort St John, British Columbia.
What you'll do#
- Collaborate with Engineers and Project Managers to develop designs from conceptual to detailed stages using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
- Conduct field inspections for infrastructure construction and liaise with contractors on client sites.
- Support the team in meeting project schedules, budgets, quality control, and safety standards.
- Perform materials testing, including proctors and sieves, and operate a nuclear densometer to confirm compaction testing.
- Support survey crews in collecting topographic, legal, or other spatial data.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Diploma or Degree program in Civil Engineering.
- Excellent attention to detail, sound judgment, and clear communication skills.
- Willingness to work in varied environmental conditions, including wildlife-populated or remote areas for extended periods and varied hours.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, or related software is an asset.
- Previous work experience in Civil Engineering or Construction is an asset.
Location & details#
- Location: Fort St John, British Columbia, Canada.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Summer 2027 (4 or 8 months).
- Compensation: Paid position.
About McElhanney
McElhanney is an employee-owned firm founded in 1910. It provides professional services including engineering, geomatics, planning, and environmental consulting. The company operates from more than 30 locations across Western Canada and maintains a satellite office in Florida. It serves clients in the transportation, energy, and municipal sectors.
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