Intern, Human Resources

WSP in Canada; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

WSP Canada is offering a Strategic Talent co-op opportunity this Fall to gain hands-on HR experience alongside seasoned professionals and business leaders. You'll contribute to people initiatives that shape the talent strategy across the organization.

You'll work on workforce planning, performance management, engagement, and data analysis, developing business acumen in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. This role is ideal for motivated students returning to full-time studies.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, IR, Psychology, Commerce or related field.
• Must be enrolled in a recognized co-op program and returning to full-time studies after the work term.
• Demonstrated interest in HR, employee experience, talent management, or organizational development.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and share insights.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Strategic Talent team in delivering HR programs aligned with business objectives.
• Assist with workforce planning, succession planning, performance management, and engagement.
• Analyze HR data and prepare reports, presentations, and insights for decision-making.
• Contribute to employee engagement, learning, recognition, and talent development initiatives.
• Partner with stakeholders across the business to support HR projects and change management.
• Assist in reviewing and documenting HR processes, policies, and best practices.
• Conduct research on talent trends and market practices to support planning.
• Collaborate with HR team on special projects to strengthen performance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Time management

Attention to detail

Curiosity and willingness to learn

Education

Pursuing degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Psychology, Commerce, or related field

Enrolled in a recognized co-op program

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Unlock Potential

Job Description

The Opportunity

Join our Strategic Talent team this Fall and gain meaningful exposure to the people strategies that help drive business success. Working alongside HR professionals and business leaders, you'll contribute to initiatives that support the overall talent strategy at WSP Canada. This role offers an opportunity to develop practical HR experience while enhancing your business acumen in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Your Impact

• Support the Strategic Talent team in the delivery of HR programs and initiatives aligned with business objectives.
• Assist with workforce planning, succession planning, performance management, compensation guidance, employee engagement, and talent development activities.
• Analyze HR data and prepare reports, presentations, and insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Contribute to employee engagement, learning, recognition, and talent development initiatives that enhance the employee experience.
• Partner with stakeholders across the business to support HR projects and change management activities.
• Assist in the review and documentation of HR processes, policies, and best practices.
• Conduct research on talent trends, market practices, and people-related topics to support business planning.
• Collaborate with members of the HR team on special projects that strengthen organizational performance and support business success.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Currently pursuing a degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, Psychology, Commerce, or a related field.
• Must be enrolled in a recognized co-op program and returning to full-time studies upon completion of the work term.
• Demonstrated interest in Human Resources, employee experience, talent management, workforce planning, or organizational development.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and communicate insights effectively.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced professional environment.

Why Choose WSP?

Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

• Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

Compensation

• AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $20.00 - $30.00
• MB & ON: $18.50 - $28.00
• NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $17.50 - $28.00

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Unlock Your Potential?

Launch your HR career while contributing to strategic people initiatives that help shape the future of WSP. You'll gain hands-on experience, collaborate with experienced professionals, and develop the skills needed to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic, people-focused environment.

About Us

At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .