2026 Process Engineering Co-op Student

Wawatay Native Communications Society; Dryden; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local organization in Ontario is seeking a Process Engineering Co-op Student for an 8 or 12-month term starting January 2026. The ideal candidate will be currently pursuing a degree in engineering and will engage in monitoring process data, supporting capital projects, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Strong analytical and computer skills are essential for this role. Applications are due by September 29, 2025.

Qualifications

• Must be a 3rd year or 4th year student in engineering.
• Must enforce safety and environmental policies.
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate to monitor and analyze process data.
• Support planning and execution of improvement activities.
• Assist with planning, data collection, and analysis for projects.
• Improve Quality and Environmental Management processes.

Skills

Willingness to learn new concepts

Analytical skills

Problem-solving support

Strong computer skills

Education

Currently enrolled in chemical, industrial, or mechanical engineering degree program

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Overview

2026 Process Engineering Co-op Student — 8-month or 12-month term beginning January 2026 (one vacancy).

Dryden Fibre Canada is currently accepting applications for either an 8-month or a 12-month term beginning January 2026.

The city of Dryden is located on the North shoreline of the Wabigoon Chain of Lakes along the Trans-Canada Highway. It is located midway between Winnipeg, Manitoba, and Thunder Bay, Ontario, and is surrounded by wilderness, lakes, and landscapes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to monitor, analyze and interpret process data, to optimize throughput, minimize costs, and enhance safety and environmental compliance.
• Collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders to support the planning and execution of continuous improvement activities.
• Support the success of on-going capital investment projects by assisting with project planning, data collection, process analysis, and implementation of solutions.
• Support the continuing effectiveness and improvement of our Quality Management, Environmental Management, Process Safety, and Continuous Improvement processes.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a chemical engineering, industrial engineering, or mechanical engineering degree program on a full-time basis, as a 3rd year or 4th year student.
• Strong willingness to learn new concepts and a desire to drive excellence.
• A safety-oriented mindset with the desire to enforce and follow mill safety and environmental policies and procedures.
• Strong computer skills including experience with Excel and Word.
• Ability to provide analytical, administrative, and problem-solving support.

Application Information

If you are interested in an opportunity to work with an organization that is an Equal Opportunity Employer, consider joining our Team. Please submit your cover letter, resume, and schooling documentation, in PDF format, in confidence, by September 29th 2025, at 3:00pm CDT.

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities are available upon request.