Environment, People, and Place Student

Hatch; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch in Vancouver, BC seeks an Environment, People, and Place Student starting January 2027. You will work with planners, engineers, architects, and economists across our global offices, contributing to environmental shaping projects from concept to delivery.

The role develops skills in environmental impact assessments, urban design, and community engagement, with mentorship from the EP&P team and opportunities to participate in local events.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in Environmental Engineering, Biology or related programs at an accredited university.
• Strong academic standing.
• Interest in environmental, sustainability, or urban design sectors.
• Experience in consultancy environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to projects at different phases from ideation to delivery.
• Apply and develop knowledge in EP&P areas including environmental surveys and impact assessments.
• Prepare technical documents, maps, and visualizations.
• Support leadership and collaborate with diverse teams locally and globally.
• Present work to team members and clients.
• Assist with other tasks as needed.

Skills

Environmental planning

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Excel

Education

Environmental Engineering or related program

Strong academic standing

Interest in environmental/sustainability sectors

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Career Opportunities: Environment, People, and Place Student (101459)

Requisition ID101459-Posted09/08/2026

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Environment , People, and Place shape projects that are sustainable, resilient, and people-focused. We bring environmental intelligence and community-centered deisgn to every stage, creating places that thrive socially, economically, and ecologically.

Looking to get the most out of your upcoming internship?

Hatch is seeking a highly motivatedEnvironment, People, and Place Studentwith interests in environmental and social impact assessments, urban planning and design, and community and indigenous engagement for an internship beginning inJanuary 2027. Reporting to the Regional Director, EP&P, and receiving guidance and direction from project managers you will be supporting, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with other planners, designers, engineers, architects, and economists across our global offices, while working from ourVancouver, BClocation.

What Will an Internship at Hatch Offer You:

We’re entrepreneurs with a technical soul. Our flat organizational structure creates an atmosphere of openness and participation. We build practical solutions that are safe, innovative, and sustainable. Our ultimate goal is to achieve no harm for our people, our clients, and our communities.

As part of the EP&P team, you will:

• Be given opportunities to contribute to complex projects around the world in meaningful ways.
• Work on problems and gain experience relevant to your field of study in an officeand/or fieldenvironment.
• Collaborate with diverse teams locally and globally.
• Work in an exciting environment where you can apply your academic learning on a daily basis.
• Benefit from informal mentorship from some of the leading minds inenvironmental planning, impact assessments, engagement, and urban planning;
• Participate in local Lunch and Learns, Hatch Charity Events, the triannual Student Showcase, and more to develop your skills.
• Join charitable, social, and sports activities with other Hatch employees.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to projects at different phases, from ideation and scope development through to delivery and completion
• Applying and developing knowledge in various EP&P areas, including environmental field surveys, federal and provincial impact assessments, engagement and community collaboration, ecosystem protection, placemaking and urban design
• Preparing technical documents and reports, including writing, mapping, and visualizations
• Performing and circulating news scans to keep yourself and the team up to date on relevant events
• Presenting your work to relevant team members and clients
• Assisting leadership, managers, and colleagues as needed, etc.

Your educational and experiential qualifications should include:

• Enrollment inEnvironmental Engineering, Biology or other programs such asCivil Engineering, Geography, or a relevant program from an accredited university;
• Strong academic standing
• Interest in a career in the environmental, sustainability, engagement, or urban design sectors
• Extracurriculars and knowledge or experience in a consultancy environment undertakingrelatedprojects will be considered an asset.

Competencies you should possess to be successful in this role include:

• Ability to think critically and creatively to create solutions for our clients’ toughest challenges
• Quick learning and interest to take on new challenges
• Collaboration and being a team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to accuracy and detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong mathematical and data analysis skills (including using Excel)
• Performing geospatial analyses using GIS software will be considered an asset.

Compensation:

Range: $25.00 - $33.00

At Hatch, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. In accordance with legislated pay transparency requirements, the expected salary range for this position is based on current market data and aligned with internal pay structures to ensure consistency and fairness.

Your individual compensation within this range will depend on factors such as skills, experience, qualifications and location. In addition to base pay, our total rewards package may include performance-based incentives, comprehensive benefits, and other programs designed to support your well-being and growth.

Note: Applicants must submit a transcript (official or unofficial) upon application.

• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.