About the role#
We are looking for an intern to join our Vancouver office for the Summer of 2027. You will work within our Rail and Transit team, supporting the planning, design, and construction of projects such as light rail, bus rapid transit, and maintenance yards. This is a full-time, paid position based on-site.
What you'll do#
- Become familiar with engineering plans and details.
- Perform quantity take-offs for projects.
- Assist with project monitoring and scheduling.
- Help with computer modeling.
- Prepare progress reports.
- Collaborate with other engineers, drafters, and support staff.
- Assist in producing engineering drawings, calculations, and cost estimates under the supervision of senior engineers.
- Apply relevant codes and standards to engineering deliverables.
- Attend site visits or inspections.
What you'll need#
- Current 3rd year undergraduate standing or graduate student status in an accredited Civil Engineering program.
- Experience with MS Word and Excel.
- Experience with engineering software.
- Knowledge of Bluebeam, OpenRoads, AutoCAD, or MicroStation.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Location & details#
- Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $20 to $30 per hour.
About Sidara
Sidara is a global collaborative of specialist firms focused on architecture, engineering, and project management. The company operates in over 70 countries with a network of 450 offices. It employs more than 55,000 people. Founded in 1986, the firm provides services in sustainability, digital strategy, and energy innovation.
How to get in at Sidara
Applying early to Sidara gives you a distinct advantage before the applicant pool becomes unmanageable. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, so you apply among the first and ensure your materials are seen before the pile grows. You can improve your response rate by reaching out to the people actually managing the hiring process. Intern Insider surfaces the recruiters behind the company roles so you can contact them directly to ask about the position or a referral, which often beats waiting in a queue.
