Indigenous Engineer Intern/co-op

GHD; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

GHD is looking for an Intern in Vancouver to join their Design and Project Management teams, focusing on projects for First Nation Solid Waste Management and Environmental Remediation. The internship is designed for Indigenous students, offering a chance to work on meaningful initiatives. Responsibilities include client communications, research, and administrative support. Candidates should be enrolled in post-secondary education and possess a valid driver's license. This paid internship aims to empower Indigenous communities through direct involvement.

Qualifications

• Preference for Indigenous candidates with First Nations status, Metis, or Inuit.
• Currently enrolled in post-secondary education or recent graduate.
• Interest in science, engineering, and/or the environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with client and contractor communications, preparing presentations.
• Meet with Indigenous community representatives to identify needs.
• Conduct project research and prepare documentation.
• Support project administration tasks and participate in team meetings.

Skills

Communication abilities

Research skills

Positive attitude

Education

Post-secondary education or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Description

We are currently seeking an Intern to work with our Design and Project Management groups on First Nation Solid Waste Management, Environmental Remediation, Water Management, Renewable Energy, and Emergency Response Planning projects. This position is a paid internship position. We are currently providing technical assistance to Indigenous Peoples across Canada to develop recycling systems, improve waste collection, and reduce diesel combustion in off‑grid communities.

The objective of GHD's Internship Program is to give students who self‑identify as a member of the Indigenous community with lived experience the opportunity to work in a consulting environment on Indigenous projects. It is GHD’s hope that after the program, successful interns will be able to give back to their communities directly or return to GHD and continue to work with other Indigenous communities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with client and contractor communications including preparation and delivery of presentations and meeting records.
• Meet Indigenous community representatives and assist in determining local needs and objectives, possibly including preliminary site visits.
• Conduct research for projects.
• Prepare documents including Indigenous Services Canada funding applications, project progress and completion reports, and project memorandums.
• Provide support for project administration tasks.
• Participate in design meetings and project team meetings.

Education

• Post‑secondary education (currently enrolled or recent graduation, or an equivalent combination of education and work/life experience).

Experience

• Preference will be given to Indigenous candidates (First Nations status or non‑status, Metis, and Inuit).
• Post‑secondary education (currently enrolled or recent graduation, or an equivalent combination of education and work/life experience).
• Demonstrate an interest in science, engineering, and/or the environment through work, education, and/or volunteer experience.
• Positive attitude along with good written and verbal communication abilities.
• Valid driver's license.