Structural Engineering Student - Summer 2026

WSP; Halifax; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Halifax is seeking a Structural Engineering Student for 4-8 months to assist in various projects. You will collaborate with engineers to design and model structural systems, conduct site visits, and participate in construction reviews. Ideal candidates are students in civil or structural engineering with good communication skills and an interest in the engineering consulting field. This position offers flexible work options and a supportive corporate culture.

Benefits

Attractive pay

Flexible work options

Comprehensive employee-focused benefits

Wellness platform

Savings programs

Qualifications

• Must be a student in civil or structural engineering or related fields.
• Interest in project delivery and engineering consulting.
• Possess a driver's licence.
• Working at heights training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Engineers and Designers on structural systems.
• Conduct quantity estimates and participate in construction reviews.
• Review shop drawings and produce site visit reports.
• Attend design and construction site meetings.

Skills

Good communication skills (verbal and written)

Sense of initiative

Attention to details

Interest in engineering consulting

Education

Student in civil or structural engineering

Civil engineering technology or architectural and building sciences technology

Job description

The Opportunity:

WSP is currently seeking a Structural Engineering Student for 4-8 months to join our team in the Dartmouth office. Reporting to the Structural Engineering Manager, the student will assist in project delivery of design and construction review in the Buildings sector.

Why WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of Inclusion and Belonging

• Our Flexible Work Policy - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.

• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.

• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.

• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.

• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.
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A typical week in the office:

• Under the supervision of a Professional Engineer, you will collaborate with Engineers and Designers to design, model and coordinate the various structural systems using the various software and existing tools.

• You will be involved in quantity estimates and construction review, including site visits.

• Reviewing shop drawings and change orders during constructions, as well as producing site visit reports.

• Participating in regular design meetings, internal with the team, as well as with clients and construction site meetings.

We would like to know more about you, if you have the following qualifications:

• You are a student in civil or structural engineering, civil engineering technology or architectural and building sciences technology.

• Interest in assisting engineers in day-to-day tasks and in participating in project delivery and internal design tools.

• Interest in the field of engineering consultants.

• Interest in the construction and buildings sector and site review.

• Good communication skills (verbal and written)

• Sense of initiative and attention to details

• Driver's licence

• Working at heights training is a plus

• To qualify for this role, you must be eligible for Canadian Federal Government Enhanced Reliability clearance. This is a mandatory requirement to work with this client.