Geotechnical Engineering Co-op Student / Intern 4-18 Month Term

Stantec; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Stantec’s Energy and Resources team offers a Geotechnical Engineering Co‑op opportunity in Canada (Calgary or Vancouver) for Summer 2027. The role supports mining geotechnical work from site characterization through design and closure, with a term flexible from 4 to 18 months.

Responsibilities include field data collection, calculations, reports, and collaboration with engineers, geoscientists, and technical specialists.

Qualifications

• Candidate is currently enrolled in an accredited civil/geological/mining engineering program.
• Minimum two years of undergraduate study completed; additional geotechnical coursework is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Support engineers/geoscientists with mining geotechnical work for tailings, waste rock, and other mining infrastructure.
• Assist with geotechnical calculations and analyses (e.g., seepage, slope stability, settlement).
• Develop borehole/test pit logs and collect field data.
• Contribute to design and analysis parameter selection.
• Support field investigations and site documentation.
• Prepare calculation packages, data reports, and technical memoranda.
• Utilize Word, Excel, GeoStudio, AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS for analysis and reporting.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and communicate results clearly.

Skills

Geotechnical engineering interest

Written and verbal communication

Organization and prioritization

Health, safety, quality

Willingness to travel

Education

Current enrollment in civil/geological/mining engineering

Two years of undergraduate study completed

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

GeoStudio

AutoCAD Civil 3D

GIS

Job description

Learning begins in the classroom, but there is no better place to gain real-world experience than with Stantec. Co-op students and interns are integral members of our teams, helping solve complex engineering challenges while developing practical technical and professional skills.

The Stantec Internship Program provides students with valuable hands‑on experience by working alongside experienced engineers, geoscientists, and technical specialists on projects in the mining, water‑retaining infrastructure, and natural resource sectors. Through active involvement in project‑related tasks and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, interns gain practical exposure to engineering consulting, develop technical and professional skills, and learn how academic concepts are applied in real‑world projects.

The program also offers opportunities to build industry relationships, gain insight into project delivery and business operations, and develop a strong foundation for future career opportunities within Stantec.

Your Opportunity

Stantec’s Energy and Resources team delivers geotechnical solutions for mining, tailings, waste rock, dams, water storage, water conveyance, and hydropower projects. Our work supports projects from early site characterization and planning through analysis, design, construction, operation, and closure.

We have an exciting opportunity for a 2027 Geotechnical Engineering Co‑op Student to join us for a term length that is flexible from 4 months to 18 month term commencing Summer 2027.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Support engineers and geoscientists with mining geotechnical work for tailings storage facility, waste rock structure, open pit and other mining infrastructure.

• Assist with geotechnical calculations and analyses, which may include seepage, slope stability, settlement, liquefaction, deformation analysis, earthworks quantities, and material-property assessments under the guidance of experienced practitioners.

• Support to develop borehole and test pit logs, in-situ test results, laboratory data, instrumentation records, drawings, and other field documentation.

• Assist with geotechnical material characterization and the selection of parameters for engineering design and analysis.

• Support field investigations, construction observations, quality‑assurance activities, and site documentation, as project needs require.

• Contribute to calculation packages, geotechnical data reports, design reports, technical memoranda, specifications, drawings, proposals, schedules, cost estimates, and progress updates.

• Use engineering and productivity software such as Microsoft Word and Excel, GeoStudio, AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS, and other analysis or data‑management tools.

• Coordinate with multidisciplinary team members and communicate clearly regarding assigned tasks, results, uncertainties, and required follow‑up actions.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Strong interest in geotechnical engineering and in mining, tailings, dams, water‑retaining structures, or related natural‑resource projects.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to ask questions, follow direction, and document work carefully.

• Organized and able to manage priorities, complete assigned tasks, and communicate progress or challenges.

• Commitment to health, safety, quality, and responsible engineering practice.

• A valid driver’s licence and willingness to travel to project sites when required.

Education and Experience

• Currently enrolled in an accredited civil, geological, mining, or related engineering program.

• Completion of at least two years of undergraduate study is required; completion of additional geotechnical, soil mechanics, geology, or engineering‑design coursework is considered an asset.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.

Pay Range:

$23.37 - $32.07 Hourly

Pay Transparency:

In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.

Benefits Summary:

Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.

Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.

The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Primary Location: Canada | AB | Calgary

Other Locations: Canada | BC | Vancouver

Organization: BC-1363 E&R-CA West

Employee Status: Temporary

Management Level: Internship

Business Justification: New Position

Travel: No

Schedule: Full time