Water Resources, Environmental, or Civil Engineering Student
(4 or 8-month Co-op Student Position)
OUR PURPOSE
Be part of the Future of Environmental Solutions.
At Montrose Environmental we help protect the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the soil that feeds us. Our teammates collaborate across services, disciplines, and geographies to solve environmental challenges together – motivated to do better for our clients, each other, and the communities where we live and work. We deliver responsive, locally connected, and scalable solutions to help our clients achieve their ambitious goals for a more sustainable and resilient future.
WHO WE ARE
Montrose is a leading environmental solutions company focused on supporting commercial and government organizations as they deal with the challenges of today and prepare for what’s coming tomorrow. In Canada, we are one of the leading providers of environmental consulting and engineering services and part of a global network of teammates across 100+ locations around the world.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION
Our team is made up of diverse people working collaboratively towards common goals. We value the contributions and perspectives of all employees and are committed to equity and diversity initiatives to create a feeling of belonging for all of our people. When we are inclusive and diverse in a way that reflects the broader world we serve, we are able to draw from a wider community of excellence within the regions we operate.
Are you looking to…
Work on interesting water resources, civil, and environmental projects, helping to solve environmental and sustainable design challenges in your community.
To be part of a dynamic group of professionals and receive mentorship from intermediate and senior engineers to further your career development in consulting.
Have the opportunity to interact and work with a community of technical experts from local offices and other Montrose regions.
Join a well-respected environmental and engineering consulting company with long-term career growth opportunities.
As a Water Resources, Environmental, or Civil Engineering Student, you will join our Calgary, Alberta office as part of our Western Surface Water Engineering team for a 4-month student position starting May 2026. The successful applicant will be involved in a broad range of projects with responsibilities as follows:
Perform tasks on various civil, environmental, and water resources engineering projects such as:
Field assessments, including: flow monitoring, topographic surveys, watercourse inventories, and sediment surveys
Construction site inspections
Assessment of erosion protection and sediment control measures
Preparing report figures and design drawings
Analyze, assess, and interpret data for hydrologic and hydraulic analysis studies
Hydrologic and hydraulic calculations
Assist in the preparation of proposals and technical reports, technical specifications for engineering designs and cost estimates
Willing to travel and undertake field work across Alberta
Promote and comply with Montrose Health and Safety policies and procedures
What We Are Looking For
Must be enrolled in a Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or Water Resources Engineering program at a recognized post-secondary institution.
Basic understanding of open channel and pipe flow hydraulics, stormwater management system design, river engineering, and surveying methods will be considered an asset.
Aptitude to work with various computer applications and modelling software such as AutoCAD, Autodesk Civil 3D, Arcview GIS, QGIS, EPA SWMM, PCSWMM, HEC-RAS, and HEC-HMS will be considered as asset.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Self-starter, a positive attitude, and enthusiasm to learn and grow.
Possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Why Choose Montrose?
At Montrose you will be part of an amazing community of collaborative people who live shared mission and principles and bring industry-leading technical expertise to their work every day. We offer a comprehensive compensation package, which includes benefits, RRSP matching, vacation days and sick days. This is a permanent position with an hourly rate range of $21.00-27.00, starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience and work location. We are also committed to flexible work hours and schedules, team-based work, and cross-training opportunities.
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Are you the one we're looking for? Please apply to us directly. As a note, we are not accepting third party agency applicants at this time.
Montrose is committed to providing a safe and productive work environment and to promoting the health, safety and well-being of our employees. In keeping with our Health & Safety Policy, individuals in safety sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment, pre-access (and in some client cases, random) alcohol & drug testing as well as drivers abstract reviews.
Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.
We welcome and promote diversity and inclusion in our workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Montrose provides support in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities; including accommodation that takes into account an applicant’s accessibility needs. Candidates requiring accommodation during the recruitment process are asked to contact Human Resources directly.
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