About the role#
WSP is hiring an Engineering Intern to join the Water Treatment Group in Vancouver for an 8 or 12 month work term. This is a full-time, paid position that offers a hybrid work environment. You will work on industrial and municipal water and wastewater projects, gaining hands-on experience alongside a team of professionals.
What you'll do#
- Coordinate sampling programs for wastewater systems in BC coastal Indigenous communities.
- Support the analysis and design of water treatment projects.
- Perform process and technology selection, equipment sizing, process modelling, mass balances, hydraulic analysis, and 3D layouts.
- Assist with the preparation of technical reports, proposals, specifications, process schematics, and layout drawings.
- Coordinate with vendors and project stakeholders.
- Collaborate with a diverse team.
- Participate in occasional on-site sampling and laboratory testing.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering degree program.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment terminology and technologies.
- Knowledge of water chemistry.
- A valid driver's licence.
- A curious, collaborative, and organized approach to work.
Location & details#
- Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada.
- Work Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: $24.00 to $32.25 per hour.
About WSP
WSP is a professional services firm based in Montreal, Quebec. It provides expertise in engineering, advisory, and science-based services across sectors like transport, infrastructure, and energy. The company operates in more than 50 countries. It employs approximately 72,630 people.
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