Water and Wastewater Process Engineer Co-op Position

Job ID

2026-5033

Job Locations

CA-ON-Waterloo

Category

Co-Op/Intern

Position Type

Intern

Remote

No

Primary Location

CA-ON-Waterloo

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better?

Geosyntec’s Canadian Operations has an exciting opportunity for an Intern/Co-op Water, Wastewater Process Engineer - Waterloo University in our Waterloo, ON office, you will have the opportunity to apply your engineering academic knowledge to real-world situations while also learning the business skills needed for a successful consulting career. The Engineering group provides engineering services for the firm's clients world-wide specializing in services that emphasize the application of innovative and leading-edge industrial and mining water and wastewater treatment, groundwater remediation and soil remediation applications.

We are seeking an engineering co-op / intern for approximately 4 months (8 months optional) during the Winter Semester of 2027. It is preferable to have a co-op candidate who could return to the position for up to two additional semester rotations during their undergraduate or graduate studies. Candidates are responsible for coordinating their own transportation to and from the office.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people. Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too. We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Is this the right position to help you achieve your professional goals? Some of the key responsibilities for position include:

• Assist with engineering calculations using computer-based technical tools;
• Technical writing of reports, letters, memoranda, plans, specifications, and proposals;
• Data input and analysis, including preparing maps, tables, and figures;
• Follow instructions and interact with engineers, geologists, office administrative staff, CADD operators (draftsmen), contractors and construction personnel;
• Potential for fieldwork such as soil and groundwater sampling, stormwater inspections, and drilling and contractor oversight; and
• Local travel or driving to project sites as needed.

• Currently registered in a Bachelor’s or Master’s university degree program in a relevant engineering discipline. (required)
• Upper division (e.g. senior) or Master’s enrollment. (preferred)
• Degree focus area in chemical, civil, or environmental engineering. (preferred)

• Experience with ArcView, CADD, and/or Microsoft Office. (preferred)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. (preferred)
• The ability to conduct independent research. (preferred)
• A team player with a willingness to travel within southern Ontario and Canada, as required. (preferred)
• Familiar with industrial processes in relation to impacted water generated in food and beverage, mining, and chemical manufacturing sectors. (preferred)
• Valid Canadian driver’s license, satisfactory driving record, and reliable transportation to drive to project sites. (required)
• Current student at Waterloo University (required)

Below is the range that we in good faith believe is the potential compensation for this role at the time of this posting and is only applicable for jobs to be performed in the specified location(s) below. The typical base salary range for this position is just one component of Geosyntec’s total compensation package for employees. Actual compensation will be determined based on education, experience, skill set and location.

• Minimum: $25.00/hour / Maximum: $30.00/hour (Waterloo, Ontario)

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