University Co-Op Student-Project Estimating- 12 Months- Fall 2025

Hydro One; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electricity transmission company in Ontario seeks a Project Estimator intern. This role offers hands-on learning in estimating practices, budget planning, and project execution. Ideal for Electrical or Civil Engineering students in their second or third year, it requires strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Excel. Join to develop your professional skills in a supportive environment focused on safety and inclusiveness.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in post-secondary studies and returning to full-time studies.
• G-Class driver’s license is required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing project estimates under the direction of a Project Estimator.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations detailing project estimates.
• Complete data analysis to support benchmarking studies.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Time management skills

Customer-focused

Education

Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering

Second or Third year completed

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

50416-Toronto-Temporary 12 Months

Hydro One is proud to be the largest electricity transmission and distribution provider in Ontario, serving nearly 1.5 million customers. We have a long history in the industry with our roots dating back over 110 years to 1906. Since then, we have worked to grow and evolve to meet the changing needs of our customers and communities across Ontario. Today, we’re focused on providing exceptional customer service and ensuring we are building safe communities where we live, work and play.

It’s an exciting time to join the team at Hydro One!

Students hired into Project Estimating will be given the opportunity to learn about the estimating practices around engineering, procurement and construction services to deliver our capital work program. Students will have exposure to planning budgets and execution activities for transmission line and transmission substation projects.

Your job duties may include:

• Assist in developing project estimates and monitoring projects during the project planning and estimating phases under the direction of a Project Estimator.
• Coordinate activities with service providers and stakeholders.
• Prepare comprehensive reports, specifications and presentations detailing project estimates.
• Complete data analysis to support benchmarking studies.
• Assist in developing and preparing processes, procedures or methods related to estimating.
• Liaise with other internal work groups and divisions.
• Assist in the development of Basis of Estimate (BoE) for estimates to ensure estimate quality and consistency.
• Prepare project reports as necessary.
• Perform other duties as required.

This job will provide you with the following professional development:

• Communication skills, documentation skills, time management skills and analytical skills.
• Practice the application of engineering knowledge with respect to protection, control, substation power systems and transmission line infrastructure.
• Gain the knowledge necessary to develop project estimates and practice documentation of recording assumptions, risks, cash flow, project cost, variance analysis and comparator overview.
• Gain in-depth knowledge of overall transmission station and lines design, construction methodology and project management planning.
• Experience with the management processes used to design, procure and construct power systems for transmission lines and stations.
• Experience in a corporate environment working both independently and within teams on common objectives.

Job Requirements:

• Discipline: Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering.
• Academic Level: Second or Third year completed.
• Other requirements:
  • Working knowledge of MS Excel is required.
  • G-Class driver’s license is required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills complemented by organizational strengths and an ability to work both autonomously and as a team player.
• A strong focus on customers and the need to be customer-focused.

Additional Job Conditions:

• There will be a requirement for occasional travel within the province of Ontario. Overnight stays may be required.

Please include a copy of your unofficial transcript. Hydro One requires that all students applying for student opportunities be enrolled in post-secondary level studies and be returning to full-time studies upon the completion of their work term.

At Hydro One, we understand that the success and strength of our business rests with our people. When we develop their skills, we are investing in both their success and ours. To secure the best talent, we seek to create a workforce that reflects the diverse populations of the communities where we live and work and to create a culture based on safety, innovation and inclusiveness.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you are having difficulty using our online application system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email [e-mail]. Hydro One will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in the job application process.

Deadline: October 8, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Hydro One; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.