Engineering Student Assistant - Civil/Infrastructure

Northumberland County Housing Corporation; Cobourg; On-site; CAD 25,830 - 27,951; Full time

Job summary

A local governmental organization in Cobourg is seeking a Student Assistant in Engineering for a full-time position from May 4 to August 28, 2026. This role entails assisting with various engineering-related tasks, including evaluations and inspections of transportation assets. Ideal candidates are students who have completed at least one year in an accredited civil or environmental program and possess a valid Class G driver's license. Competitive hourly rate offered.

Qualifications

• Must have completed at least one year of a Canadian accredited college or university civil/environmental program.
• Knowledgeable of basic civil engineering principles.
• Ability to work individually and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with pavement condition evaluation.
• Assist with structure condition evaluations.
• Assist with guiderail inspections.
• Assist with field collection of other assets.
• Assist with transportation and waste construction inspection and quality control.

Skills

Knowledge of basic civil engineering principles

Ability to work individually and in a team

Experience in a roadside environment

Previous experience in construction

First Aid/CPR training

Fully licensed Class G driver

Education

Completed at least one year of civil or environmental program

Job description

A local governmental organization in Cobourg is seeking a Student Assistant in Engineering for a full-time position from May 4 to August 28, 2026. This role entails assisting with various engineering-related tasks, including evaluations and inspections of transportation assets. Ideal candidates are students who have completed at least one year in an accredited civil or environmental program and possess a valid Class G driver's license. Competitive hourly rate offered.