Mechanical Engineering Student - Irving Pulp & Paper - Winter 2026

J.D. Irving, Limited; New Brunswick; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian company is seeking Mechanical Engineering Students for the Winter 2026 Work Term in New Brunswick. This role involves project concept development, construction support, and collaboration with contractors. The ideal candidate is pursuing a Mechanical Engineering degree and demonstrates a strong safety-first mindset and effective time management. This opportunity offers personal and professional development, alongside various employee programs, making it a great stepping stone for your engineering career.

Benefits

Personal and Professional Development Opportunities

Career Growth Opportunities

Employee Programs: Student Housing

Free Parking

Co‑op Fee Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering and in good academic standing.
• Team player with a safety‑first mindset.
• Ability to effectively time‑manage multiple projects.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Long‑term interest in an engineering career.

Responsibilities

• Project concept development and preliminary design assignments.
• Assignments related to development of project funding applications.
• Participation in management of construction contracts.
• Support activities for project construction, commissioning, and start-up.
• Working with contractors to determine the scope and execution of work packages.
• Perform root‑cause failure analysis on mill equipment.

Skills

Team player

Time management

Safety-first mindset

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Mechanical Engineering Student - Irving Pulp & Paper - Winter 2026

We currently have exciting opportunities within our Pulp & Paper Division operations for Mechanical Engineering Students to join our teams in Saint John and Lake Utopia, New Brunswick, for the Winter 2026 Work Term.

Why join the Pulp & Paper Division

• Personal and Professional Development Opportunities
• Career Growth Opportunities in Engineering, Leadership, Maintenance, and Many Other Disciplines
• Employee Programs: Student Housing for Qualifying Candidates, Free Parking, Co‑op Fee Reimbursement
• Over $1.2 Billion Recently Invested to Modernize and Expand Our Mill Operations Across the Division

Responsibilities

• Project concept development and preliminary design assignments.
• Assignments related to the development of project funding applications and justifications.
• Participation in the management of construction contracts and the requisitioning of materials and services.
• Project construction, commissioning, and start‑up support activities.
• Working with contractors and mill personnel to determine the scope, planning, and execution of work packages for equipment maintenance and mill projects.
• Working with the reliability team to perform root‑cause failure analysis on mill equipment, as well as reviewing and optimizing the preventive maintenance program.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering and in good academic standing.
• Team player with a safety‑first mindset.
• Ability to effectively time‑manage multiple projects.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Long‑term interest in an engineering career.

About Us

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and is a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

Accommodation and Inclusion Statement

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

We appreciate your interest in our company; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.