Co-op Student, Ecology & EIA – Summer 2023
City : Dartmouth, NS
Category : Environment - Ecology & EIA
Industry : Engineering
Employer : WSP
DARTMOUTH
The Opportunity:
WSP is currently seeking Environmental Scientists (summer student position: Ecologist, Biologist or Technologist) to join our Atlantic Environment Team, located at our Dartmouth, NS, office / Moncton, NB office.
The candidate(s) assuming this position will be responsible for a variety of field activities, data entry and assist with technical reporting and regulatory permit compilation/preparation. The ideal candidates will have field ecological field work experience. Since his position involves field work, it will require some travel throughout the Atlantic Provinces.
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.
- Our Hybrid Work Policy - a combination of in-person and remote working, enables us to purposefully think of how we work, who we need to work with, and where the work should be done.
- 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.
#WeAreWSP
A day in the life:
- Conducting or assisting with a variety of field programs (wetland and watercourse assessments, fish habitat assessments, general wildlife surveys, vegetation identification etc.);
- Assisting with field sampling programs (soil, surface water, groundwater) and/or Phased Environmental Site Assessments;
- General construction site and environmental compliance monitoring;
- Implement safety protocols and coordinate contractor safety meetings;
- Preparation and compilation of regulatory permitting applications;
- Compile and interpret field data;
- Assist in preparing reports, tables, drawings, etc.;
- Travelling for field work;
- Promote health and safety in the workplace;
- Other duties as assigned.
What you'll bring to WSP ...
- Enrolled in a BSc. in Biology, Environmental Science, Environmental Technology program and/or or related discipline;
- Demonstrated natural sciences experience would be an asset;
- Logical thinking and ability to bring practical solutions to field challenges;
- Strong organization skills and ability to schedule multiple tasks within set deadlines for various stages of projects, including field work and reporting;
- Demonstrated willingness to learn;
- Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills;
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment;
- Attention to detail;
- The preferred candidate will be self-motivated and energetic;
- Enjoy the outdoors, in all seasons and weather;
- A valid Driver’s License is required.