Engineering Co-Op Student Summer 2026

J.D. Irving, Limited; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Canada is seeking engineering co-op students to join their dynamic team in sawmills. Candidates should have good academic standing and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include coordinating projects and working closely with mill staff to enhance production processes. This role offers great learning opportunities and the chance to work in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Engineering student in good academic standing, returning to school.
• Enjoy working in a team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects alongside contractors and mill personnel.
• Lead specific projects with a team of sawmill staff and millwrights.
• Work alongside senior management to drive site improvement.
• Champion safety, quality, and efficiency.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivation

Team collaboration

Administrative abilities

Microsoft Office

Education

Engineering student

Job description

We have exciting opportunities for engineering co-op students in our state-of-the-art sawmills in southern, central, and northern NB and in Truro NS.

Qualifications

• Engineering student in good academic standing, returning to school
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High energy level with thorough attention to detail
• Self-motivated with a strong desire to improve operational processes
• Ability to effectively manage multiple assignments and shifting priorities
• Enjoy working in a team-oriented environment with Mill Staff, Unionized Trades People, Operators, Contractors and Suppliers to ensure projects are completed in a cost effective, timely, and safe manner
• Strong administrative abilities and computer skills (Microsoft Office)

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may vary depending on site specific requirements. General responsibilities include:

• Coordinate projectsby working alongside contractors and mill personnel to determine scope, planning, and execution of work packages for mill projects
• Lead specific projects with a team of sawmill staff and millwrights
• Work alongside senior management and site leaders to drive improvement throughout the site
• Champion safety, quality, and efficiency on the floor
• Learn the ins and outs of sawmill production and identify areas for improvement