Co-op Student, Railway Operations Simulation - Fall 2025

WSP in Canada; Markham; On-site; CAD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Canada is looking for a motivated co-op student to join their Rail and Transit team in Fall 2025. This role offers hands-on experience in operational planning and analysis for railway projects, contributing to the lifecycle of railway infrastructure. The position involves assisting with simulation models, conducting analyses, and developing tools for efficiency. Ideal candidates are enrolled in relevant engineering programs and possess strong programming skills.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Comprehensive Employee Benefits

Virtual Healthcare

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or graduate program.
• Strong background in programming languages and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Assist with railway operations projects and develop simulation models.
• Conduct simulations and analyze system behavior.
• Create technical reports and presentations.

Skills

Programming

Data Analysis

Problem Solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Transportation Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Industrial Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Python

VBA

Java

Job description

Co-op Student, Railway Operations Simulation - Fall 2025

Thornhill, ON, Canada

Job Description

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a motivated and talented co-op student to join our Rail and Transit team starting in Fall 2025. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in operational planning and analysis for rail projects, contributing to various phases of the railway infrastructure lifecycle.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture ofinclusionandbelonging
• OurFlexible Work Policy– we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• ACanadiansuccess story - we'reproudto wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhancethe world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstandingcareer opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open toyourideas and tryingnewthings.
• A phenomenalcollaborativeculture and a workforce filled with genuinelygood peoplewho are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

#WeAreWSP

What you can expect to do here:

• Assist with railway operations projects, contributing to the development of simulation models
• Conduct simulations to analyze system behaviour, provide insights and recommendations
• Develop tools to automate simulation processes and analyze outputs, improving efficiency and accuracy in model development and validation.
• Assist in creating detailed analysis outputs, technical reports, and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Participate in design reviews, brainstorming sessions, and problem-solving activities to enhance the overall performance and user experience of our transportation solutions.
• Provide technical support to internal teams and clients in the implementation and application of simulation models

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Currently enrolled in a relevant undergraduate or graduate program (e.g., Transportation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field).
• Strong background in programming languages such as Python, VBA, or Java.
• Experience with data analysis and simulation tools.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong motivation to build tools for automating processes and analyzing outputs.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.

Job Info

• Job Identification 69281
• Locations 150 Commerce Valley Drive West, Thornhill, ON, L3T 7Z3, CA
• Posting Date 05/12/2025, 08:38 PM

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• We value ourpeople and our reputation
• We are locally dedicated with international scale
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo
• We foster collaboration in everything we do
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.