Sustainability Intern – Terra Canada Project

Employee Benefit Consultants, Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Employee Benefit Consultants, Inc. seeks a motivated Sustainability Intern to join the Terra Canada project in Ottawa, Ontario.

You will support the Sustainability Manager in implementing sustainability initiatives, tracking environmental performance, and assisting with certifications. Responsibilities include collecting documentation, preparing reports, and supporting continuous improvement for sustainable construction practices.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in a relevant field (see requirements).
• Proficiency with MS Office, especially Excel and Word.
• Familiarity with data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Ability to organize, review, and maintain project documentation accurately.
• Familiarity with sustainability frameworks (LEED, WELL, Zero Carbon, Envision) is an asset.
• Previous internship/co-op/academic/project experience related to sustainability is an asset.
• Interest in sustainable construction and environmental performance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing project-specific sustainability reports and metrics.
• Coordinate with teams and suppliers to collect sustainability documentation.
• Maintain tracking tools, databases, and reporting templates.
• Support LEED and other certification processes by reviewing documentation.
• Participate in site visits, inspections, and sustainability reviews to monitor compliance.
• Assist with waste diversion tracking, material management, and embodied carbon documentation.
• Contribute to data collection, analysis and reporting on environmental performance.

Skills

MS Office

Excel

Data analysis

Documentation

Communication

Education

Environmental Engineering

Environmental Studies

Sustainability

Building Engineering

Civil Engineering

Construction Management

Architecture

Job description

Sustainability Intern – Terra Canada Project

Posted On 15/10/2026

Job Information

Construction

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City Ottawa West

State/Province Ontario

K1Y

Job Description

For more than 50 years, EBC has been building projects that shape communities and improve quality of life across Canada. Our Building Division delivers complex and innovative projects, including hospitals, educational institutions, residential developments, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, and research centers.

At EBC, sustainability is more than a commitment, it is integrated into the way we design, build, and operate our projects. Through innovative construction practices, environmental stewardship, and a focus on building performance, we strive to leave a lasting positive impact on our communities.

Come build a future with us.

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Sustainability Intern to join the Terra Canada project team. Working closely with the Sustainability Manager and project stakeholders, you will contribute to the implementation of sustainability initiatives, support certification efforts, and help track environmental performance throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities :

• Assist in the preparation of project-specific sustainability reports and performance metrics.
  
• Coordinate with project teams, subcontractors, consultants, and suppliers to collect sustainability documentation and supporting records.
  
• Maintain sustainability tracking tools, databases, and reporting templates to ensure accurate and reliable project reporting.
  
• Support LEED and other sustainability certification processes by reviewing project documentation and material submissions.
  
• Participate in site visits, inspections, audits, and sustainability reviews to monitor compliance with environmental requirements.
  
• Assist with waste diversion tracking, material management, embodied carbon documentation, and other sustainability initiatives.
  
• Contribute to data collection, analysis, and reporting related to environmental performance and project sustainability objectives.
  
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing environmental impacts and promoting sustainable construction practices.
  

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree in Environmental Engineering, Environmental Studies, Sustainability, Building Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field.
  
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word.
  
• Familiarity with data collection, analysis, and reporting.
  
• Ability to organize, review, and maintain project documentation with a high degree of accuracy.
  
• Familiarity with sustainability certification systems such as LEED, WELL, Zero Carbon Building, Envision, or similar frameworks is considered an asset.
  
• Previous internship, co-op, academic, volunteer, or project experience related to sustainability, environmental management, construction, research, project coordination, or data analysis is considered an asset.
  
• Interest in sustainable construction, environmental performance, decarbonization initiatives, and green building practices.
  

Profil

• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to data quality.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and collaborative project environment.
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Professional and confident when interacting with project teams, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and clients.
  
• Demonstrates initiative, curiosity, and a strong willingness to learn.
  
• Passionate about sustainability, innovation, and environmental stewardship in the construction industry.
  
• Positive team player with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Work on one of Canada's most innovative construction projects.
  
• Gain hands-on experience in sustainable construction and building performance.
  
• Collaborate with industry professionals and sustainability experts.
  
• Contribute to meaningful environmental initiatives with real project impact.
  
• Develop practical skills in sustainability reporting, certification processes, and environmental performance monitoring.