Design Co-op (Winter 2026)

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and engineering firm in Toronto is seeking a Co-op student. In this full-time temporary position, you will assist in various design tasks while gaining valuable mentorship in a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates are currently enrolled in a relevant program and possess strong graphic and rendering skills. Join us in making a positive impact through design.

Benefits

Employee mentorship

Inclusive company culture

Experience in diverse projects

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program.
• Active participation in employee-owned culture is essential.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the production of design and construction drawings.
• Producing diagrams, renderings, and walkthroughs.
• Coordinating with structural, mechanical, and electrical teams.
• Collaborating with large teams under senior guidance.
• Attending site visits and meetings.
• Participating in office culture and design events.

Skills

Graphic skills

Rendering skills

Visual storytelling

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Enrolled in undergraduate or graduate program

Tools

Adobe Creative Software

Rhino

V-Ray

Grasshopper

SketchUp

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible in your community and around the world.

Our award-winning Toronto studio is engaged in projects in Transit, Healthcare, Education, and Science. You will benefit from mentorship in mass timber, sustainability, and computational design, and we will support your internship requirements and learning goals. We are committed to creating a meaningful internship experience for qualified candidates.

As a Co-op student, you will work with design leads and project architects on tasks across all design phases, from concept to construction. Your responsibilities include:

• Assisting in the production of design and construction drawings.
• Producing diagrams, renderings, and walkthroughs.
• Coordinating with structural, mechanical, and electrical teams.
• Collaborating with large teams and working independently under senior guidance.
• Attending site visits and meetings.
• Participating in office culture and design events.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent graphic, rendering, and visual storytelling skills
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Software
• Proficiency in Rhino, V-Ray, Grasshopper, and SketchUp

Knowledge of Revit and AutoCAD is a plus.

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills
• Basic Microsoft Office skills
• Active participation in our employee-owned culture is essential

What We Believe

HDR is our company. We build on each other's experiences and perspectives to make great things possible daily, shaping our collaborative culture, fostering trust, and connecting us closer to clients and communities.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to be authentic. Our Employee Network Groups support belonging and engagement across diverse communities.

Employee safety and health are our top priorities. We adhere to local safety, health, and environmental standards and are committed to accessibility under legislation like AODA. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations during recruitment.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

Primary Location

Schedule

Full-time, Temporary

Job Posting Date

Aug 29, 2025

We are committed to employment equity and are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal history.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible. We design solutions for the world's greatest challenges and are always looking for talented individuals to join our global teams.