Civil/Structural Engineering Co-Op/ Internship

Stech Technology UK Limited; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

EMS-Tech Inc. in Burnaby seeks a rising Civil Engineering student for a co-op internship to contribute to CAD drafting, structural analysis, and design of bulk material handling equipment.

You will gain hands-on experience with CAD drafting, PLC programming, VFD drives, and electrical design across international projects. This onsite role runs May 2027 to May 2028, ~40 hours/week, with potential travel to Ontario head office and global project sites to observe and participate in cutting-edge

Qualifications

• Rising Civil Engineering student in 3rd or 4th year of study.
• Willing to spend 12-14ths in our internship program.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively across business units and to different levels of management.

Responsibilities

• Take conceptual designs and complete analysis and calculation details to satisfy project needs and specifications.
• Develop 2D and 3D CAD drafting skills and produce drawings to EMS-Tech Inc. standards.
• Gain exposure to EMS-Tech Inc. equipment and analysis methods, including steel codes and welding codes.
• Develop analytical skills using structural modelling software and finite element analysis techniques.
• Develop ability to size/select mechanical components and perform connection checks.
• Prepare and check general arrangement and detailed drawings.
• Apply engineering science to daily work.

Skills

CAD drafting

PLC programming

Excel

Interpersonal communication

Education

Civil Engineering (3rd/4th year)

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Access

Outlook

Job description

Posting Date: September 2026

Start Date: May 2027

Location: EMS-Tech Inc. – 300- 1160 Douglas Road, Burnaby, British Columbia

Work Type: Onsite, in Office Monday – Friday 40hrs/week

Travel: 2mths spent in Ontario Head office

About us

EMS-Tech Inc., is a highly successful and expanding engineering firm that specializes in the design and supply (OEM) of bulk material handling equipment. For over 40 years we have delivered projects great and small around the world. We are dedicated to supplying high-quality large-scale machines and systems and providing innovative, custom solutions.

With our headquarters in Canada, and offices in the Netherlands, China, and Australia, we are constantly pushing the envelope related to self-unloading ships, stackers, stacker-reclaimers, shiploaders and conveyor systems.

Role & Responsibilities

We are currently seeking an enthusiastic Civil Engineering Co-Op Intern.

The Civil Engineering Co-op role at EMS-Tech Inc. is a unique opportunity to be part of a global engineering team working on groundbreaking projects in the bulk material handling industry. You'll be working on massive, high-impact machines and conveyor systems, while sharpening your skills in CAD drafting, PLC programming, VFD drives, and advanced electrical design.

This role is ideal for the student who is passionate about solving complex structural challenges and is eager to see their work come to life on a global stage. Our engineering team is pushing the limits of what's possible in the dynamic bulk material handling industry, which continues to grow with no signs of slowing down. There is a possibility that you'll also have the opportunity to travel to any one of our global project sites, getting hands‑on experience with some of the massive machines you'll help design, while delivering cutting‑edge solutions around the world. It's an exciting chance to expand your expertise and see your work in action on a truly international scale!

See what others are saying about their internships at EMS-Tech:

• “The best internship I have had”
• “A direct connection back to my Engineering studies”
• “The team is so welcoming and is always willing to answer questions”

Here are some of the things you’ll be working on:

• Take conceptual designs (prepared by others) and complete analysis and calculation details to satisfy project needs and specifications. Task scope, design concept, specifications, schedules and budgeted hours are provided.
• Develop 2D and 3D CAD drafting skills. Produce drawings to EMS-Tech Inc. standards and develop an understanding of drawing presentation.
• Gain exposure to EMS-Tech Inc. equipment, systems and methods of analysis and design. For example, but not limited to: steel codes such as AISC and CSA S16, hollow structural section design, welding codes such as AWS D1.1, and CSA W59; industry specific standards FEM Section II, CEMA, , etc.
• Develop analytical skills using structural modelling software and finite element analysis techniques. Hand calculation methods must be used to verify structural modelling and finite element analysis techniques. Equilibrium checks as a minimum.
• Develop ability to size/select mechanical components such as shafting, bearings, gearbox, reducers, couplings and hydraulic systems.
• Develop analytical skills related to member and connection checks.
• Develop hand calculation methods as primary analysis tools.
• Develop analytical skills using spreadsheet programs such as Excel.
• Develop an understanding basic welding principles and procedures
• Prepare and check general arrangement and detailed drawings
• Apply engineering science to daily work.
• Any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Rising Civil Engineering Student in 3rd or 4th year of study
• Willing to spend 12-14ths in our internship program
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
• Ability to interact and communicate effectively across business units and to different levels of management

What We Offer

• Interning with our Engineering Department represents a great opportunity to gain work experience in your field of study.
• Our office is located at 300- 1160 Douglas Road, Burnaby, British Columbia and is easy to reach by car or transit, with free parking provided on-site. The incumbent will be required to work 40 hours a week from Monday to Friday.
• The Co-op internship term is from May 2027 to May 2028, which can be extended up to a period 14 months (August 2028) should all parties find the fit to the role well aligned.

The Right Fit

The best person for this role will come with a strong work ethic, and a commitment to doing things right.

You live our core values in your personal and work life:

• Trust – We believe trust is the outcome of mutually respectful relationships which are mindful of each others needs.
• Loyalty – We honour our employees as a career building community of professionals extending this responsibility to our clients and our suppliers.
• Integrity – Our commitment to integrity fuels our capacity to confront any ethical challenges that emerge.
• Tenacity – The passion and commitment to excellence of our people is the foundation of good customer service.

Accommodations

We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. EMS-Tech Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free selection process. As per the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), EMS-Tech Inc. will accommodate the needs of applicants with disabilities throughout all stages of the selection process. If you need accommodation during the process, please advise us of any measures you may require during the selection process. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.