Program Advisory Student

Turner & Townsend Limited; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services company is offering an internship position in Toronto for undergraduate students pursuing degrees in Engineering or Architecture. The role involves supporting the Program Advisory team on major infrastructure projects, assisting in project planning, and developing communication skills through collaboration and reporting. The company promotes a flexible, hybrid work environment and provides comprehensive health benefits, professional development opportunities, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

100% coverage of health and dental benefits

Annual learning and development budget

Flexible work approach

Qualifications

• Passion for the construction and infrastructure industry.
• Ability to work with quantitative data and develop reports.
• Fluency in English, knowledge of French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support Program Advisory team in advising clients on infrastructure projects.
• Assist in project plans and timelines, tracking progress, and reporting.
• Conduct analysis, prepare documents and assist with project closeout activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team player

Education

Undergraduate degree in Engineering or Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Power BI

Job description

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries.

Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programmes as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success.

Our capabilities include programme, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions.

We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier programme, project and cost management offering in markets around the world.

Please visit our website: www.turnerandtownsend.com

You are currently enrolled in an accredited Canadian university and working toward an undergraduate degree, ideally at your 3rd year at the time of the work term. Your program is in Engineering or Architecture, with a strong interest in infrastructure, construction, and project management. You are passionate about learning how projects are planned and delivered and executed.

Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Onsite/Hybrid: This role requires the student to work full time 40 hours per week, either in a hybrid or onsite work structure throughout the duration of the co‑op/intern term. Eligible candidates must be willing and able to be in attendance at our Toronto office and to attend client offices around the Greater Toronto Area as required. Travel outside of the GTA may also be required, flexibility to travel is desired but not mandatory.

Summer 2026 Intern/Co‑op Intake:

8 Months: May 2026 to December 2026, with the possibility of an early start in April 2026.

Job Description

What you will learn:

• Exposure to major capital projects and infrastructure programs in Toronto and across Canada.
• Hands‑on experience in a consulting environment collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Training in report and presentation development while enhancing your data gathering and reporting skills using data visualization tools.
• Gain understanding of how projects are delivered and set up, including insights into project governance, PMOs, procurement delivery models, project control frameworks, and commercial aspects.
• Opportunity to strengthen technical, analytical, problem‑solving and client‑service skills
• Development of communication and interpersonal skills through collaboration with clients, consultants, and vendors.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and teamwork, learning how to manage priorities and drive action items to closure.
• Coaching and mentorship from leaders in capital projects.
• Opportunity to deliver presentations to support team members across diverse projects
• Building adaptability, time management, and organizational skills across the business in a fast‑paced environment.

Your typical workday will:

• Support the Program Advisory team members in commissions in advising public‑and private sector clients on the planning, delivery, governance, procurement and performance of major infrastructure projects and complex programs
• Assist in developing project plans, creating project schedules and timelines, tracking progress, reporting and following up on action items.
• Work with cost, schedule, and risk data to help monitor project performance.
• Conduct analysis, review data, reports and assist in preparing documents and reports
• Organize and facilitate meetings by preparing agendas, recording minutes, and following up on action items, while assisting in reviewing, drafting, and distributing project documents and deliverables.
• Support the creation of program advisory materials, other tasks and digital content as well as applicable project communication as required.
• Assist with project closeout activities, including documentation and lessons learned workshops.
• If applicable, attend site visits and support preparation of relevant reports.

Qualifications

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We are looking for individuals to have a passion for the construction industry and be motivated by the work we do and the clients we work with:

• Course work and exposure to construction or project management is an asset
• Passion for the construction and infrastructure industry, with motivation to contribute to impactful projects.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to review the quality and accuracy of work.
• Ability to work with quantitative data: gather, analyze and collate data to develop reports and presentations
• Critical thinker with excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• A team player who embraces change and thrives in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook, Teams, OneNote); experience in visualization tools such as Power BI is a plus
• Eligible for a formal co‑op or internship program through your university; previous internship experience is an asset.
• Curiosity about government policy, infrastructure funding, and public sector delivery is desirable.
• Fluency in English, both written and verbal, is required. Knowledge of French is considered an asset.

Additional Information

100% covered health and dental benefits for you and your dependents (including paramedical services)

Health spending account, to top up expenses not covered in the benefits program

RRSP option with company matching

Annual learning and development budget

Access to a range of online learning tools, and support for career development and growth

Cost coverage of up to two memberships and license fees per year (if directly related to your role)

We believe in work‑life balance, so you can recharge and take care of what matters most with vacation, flex and sick days

A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives

Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work‑life balance.

At T&T we wholeheartedly adopt diversity. This dedication extends to our team, clients, and communities. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from individuals regardless of their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or any other legally protected grounds. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. T&T is dedicated to encouraging a safe, healthy, and accessible environment. We are an Equal opportunity employer who will ensure accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.

T&T does not accept any speculative or unsolicited CV’s that have been sent to our internal recruitment team or hiring managers from agencies outside of our preferred supplier list. Any speculative or unsolicited CV’s will be treated as a direct application.

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