Posted 21 days ago
Geotechnical Summer Student - Summer 2027
@ Stantec
Overview
Stantec is hiring a Geotechnical Summer Student for summer 2027 in its Thunder Bay and Winnipeg offices, placed within the Winnipeg and Saskatoon geotechnical groups. The role supports engineers and technologists on geotechnical calculations, field work, reports and drawings, and requires overtime, weekends and out-of-town work as needed. Candidates must be in the 2nd to 4th year of an accredited Canadian engineering program with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and hold a valid driver's licence.
Responsibilities:
- Support engineers and technologists in the geotechnical group
- Perform geotechnical calculations, field work and contract administration
- Prepare proposals, quotes, basic reports and design criteria
- Prepare drawings using AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation, gINT and GeoStudio
- Research projects to provide background information
Requirements summary:
- 2nd to 4th year in an accredited Canadian engineering program
- GPA of 3.0 or greater
- Valid driver's licence
- Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication
- Well organized, able to prioritize multiple tasks
- Willing to work overtime, weekends and out of town
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-22
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-22
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-22
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | overtime, weekends |
| Seasonal | Yes |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Client sites, Outdoors |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Engineering |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Tuition support, Stock or equity, Wellness |
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Stantec empowers clients, people, and communities to rise to the world’s greatest challenges at a time when the world faces more unprecedented concerns than ever before. We are a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. Our professionals deliver the expertise, technology, and innovation communities need to manage aging infrastructure, demographic and population changes, the energy transition, and more. Today’s communities transcend geographic borders. At Stantec, community means everyone with an interest in the work that we do—from our project teams and industry colleagues to our clients and the people our work impacts. The diverse perspectives of our partners and interested parties drive us to think beyond what’s previously been done on critical issues like climate change, digital transformation, and future-proofing our cities and infrastructure. We are designers, engineers, scientists, project managers, and strategic advisors. We innovate at the intersection of community, creativity, and client relationships to advance communities everywhere, so that together we can redefine what’s possible. Stantec trades on the TSX and the NYSE under the symbol STN. Recruitment fraud notice: All legitimate Stantec career opportunities are posted exclusively at www.stantec.jobs and candidate applications and employment offers are managed through our secure applicant tracking system. Stantec will only contact candidates using official email addresses ending in @stantec.com and does not send job offers as email attachments. Stantec never requests application fees and money transfers in the recruitment process or banking information via email. We also do not send payments for the purchase of office supplies or equipment. Any communication offering employment outside of our official recruitment process should be considered fraudulent.
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Stantec empowers clients, people, and communities to rise to the world’s greatest challenges at a time when the world faces more unprecedented concerns than ever before. We are a global leader in sustainable engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting. Our professionals deliver the expertise, technology, and innovation communities need to manage aging infrastructure, demographic and population changes…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Business Consulting and Services |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Edmonton, Alberta |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Specialties | consultingplanningarchitectureengineeringenvironmentalinterior designlandscapesurveyingand project management |
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Build the foundation for a lasting and successful career in geotechnical engineering by starting with a good team. From field exploration and laboratory testing to the design and construction management of complex geotechnical structures, our team does work that’s rock solid. We perform geotechnical studies to solve pressing infrastructure and construction rehabilitation issues. Sometimes, we break new ground with our ideas. Other times, we’re bringing stability to a project. We push the boundaries as leaders and experts in our field and encourage our fellow team members to do the same. Join our team today!
Your Opportunity
Our Thunder Bay and Winnipeg offices have an opportunity for Summer Students. This position will be situated within the Winnipeg and Saskatoon Geotechnical groups.
Your Key Responsibilities
- Provide general support to engineers and technologists within the geotechnical group.
- Apply knowledge of the general concepts of relevant civil engineering concepts.
- Perform a variety of tasks which may include geotechnical engineering calculations, field work, contract administration, proposal preparation, obtaining quotes, and preparing basic reports and design criteria for projects.
- Apply technological skills using commonly used software such Microsoft Word, Excel, gINT, GeoStudio, and AutoCAD Civil 3D or Bentley MicroStation to assist with preparation of drawings.
- Perform due diligence and conduct research on projects as required to provide the background information to start new projects.
- The responsibilities outlined above are a general guideline; however, other responsibilities may be required to meet project and business demands.
Your Capabilities and Credentials
- Highly motivated, willing to work in a team-oriented environment, and ready to commit to Stantec's strategic initiative to be among the top 10 global design firms.
- Willing to work overtime, weekends, and out of town as required to meet project/business requirements.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Excellent communication skills are essential, including interpersonal, written, and verbal abilities to work within a multi-discipline team environment.
- Must be well organized to be able to prioritize multiple tasks and effectively manage time.
- Follow the HSSE rules, code of conduct, dress code, and any other Stantec guidelines.
- Complete all tasks assigned by your supervisor.
Education and Experience
- Students who have completed their 2nd, 3rd or 4th years in an accredited Canadian engineering program with a GPA of 3.0 or greater are encouraged to apply.
- Prior experience functioning effectively in a team environment is important. Prior relevant work experience is valued but is not required.
This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.
Stantec is a place where the best and brightest come to build on each other’s talents, do exciting work, and make an impact on the world around us. Join us and redefine your personal best.
Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week.
Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off.
Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account.
The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
Learning begins in the classroom but there’s no better place to gain real-world experience than with Stantec. Interns are an integral part of our teams, working to solve some of the world's most complex challenges.
As an intern, you’ll work alongside our experienced practitioners and with our clients and communities. This hands-on experience will equip you with practical skills, build your network, and provide opportunities that set you up for success.
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