January 2027 Projects/Civil Engineering Co-op

Lever, Inc.; Sparwood; On-site; CAD 54,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel expense support

Hands-on mining experience

Mentorship

Future employment opportunities

Job summary

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) in British Columbia is seeking an engineering co-op student to join project teams in the Elk Valley. Start date January 2027 for an 8- or 12-month assignment, offering hands-on experience in mining operations and process development.

You will work with engineers, operators and consultants, supporting safety, QA initiatives, design evaluation, RFPs and commissioning, while gaining mentorship and a strong professional network for graduation and future opportunities.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an undergraduate degree in an engineering field.
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in health and safety programs and policies.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations and consultants on process development and QA initiatives.
• Support project management activities including vendor proposals, design progression and commissioning.
• Prepare and deliver environmental awareness materials to employees.
• Brainstorm and evaluate new ideas to improve business processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Microsoft Office

Education

Undergraduate engineering degree

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples.

EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada.

Start Date: January 2027

Duration: 8 or 12 months

What we offer:

At EVR, we're dedicated to supporting our workforce on their unique career journeys.

EVR recognizes our employees' skills, competencies, and performance and offers opportunities with competitive compensation and benefits. We also aim to promote employee health and wellness and provide opportunities for professional development.

We believe in the power of diversity and strive each day to create a workplace where each individual is valued and respected for their contributions.

We also believe that our employees are the reason we are accomplishing great things and are committed to supporting them through our many different programs.

Join us in the breathtaking Elk Valley of British Columbia. Here you will find outdoor adventure at your fingertips. Whether it's biking and skiing, or the laid-back atmosphere of fishing and hiking, there is something for everyone! Come experience what work life balance is all about!

In this role, you will:

• Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
• Seeking ways to improve our process by collaborating with the engineering team, operations and consultants on new process development, quality assurance initiatives, day-to-day troubleshooting, and evaluation test work
• Support the Project Management team in evaluating vendor proposals, progressing designs, completing the project framework documents, support RFP's, scheduling, cost control, construction execution and commissioning
• Participate in multi-disciplinary professional teams, support activity projects, prepare and deliver environmental awareness materials to employees
• Create and evaluate innovative ideas and technologies to help improve the way we do business

Requirements:

• Working towards an Undergraduate degree in Civil or Projects Engineering or Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical or Materials Engineering with a passion for project based work
• Comfortable working in a dynamic industrial work environment with a range of engineering, technical and operational personnel
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously
• Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills with a capability to communicate complex ideas to all levels
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and a solid understanding of AutoCAD and Solidworks would be advantageous

Benefits:

• Receive financial assistance for travel expenses and co-op fees
• Acquire hands‑on experience applying academic knowledge to real-world mining operations, fostering the development of technical skills
• Benefit from mentorship and guidance offered by seasoned specialists in their respective fields
• Gain a competitive edge, securing primary consideration for professional positions upon graduation

Salary: $4,867 - $6,167 CAD/month

Salary is commensurate with the number of academic semesters and prior co-op experiences completed.

Application Deadline: October 16, 2027

About EVR

EVR is a Canadian steelmaking coal producer. We take our responsibilities to our people, to society and to the environment seriously. The high-quality steelmaking coal EVR produces is an essential input for steel that can be used for constructing products such as wind turbines and critical infrastructure including rail, bridges, hospitals and schools.