Water Resources, Environmental, or Civil Engineering Student
(4 or 8-month Co-op Student Position)
OUR PURPOSE
To unlock a sustainable future, we apply our combined expertise to create a positive impact for the planet and future generations.
At Matrix Solutions we 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
One of Canada’s leading providers of environmental consulting and engineering services. With a proud history of nearly 40 years delivering innovative, pragmatic, and sustainable solutions for public and private sector clients. Matrix is a proud part of Montrose Environmental Group (MEG) which has 3000+ employees and more than 135 global locations.
WHAT WE DO
We partner with clients and communities to solve challenges. It’s our job to unlock solutions that shape a resilient future where our clients, people, communities, and environment thrive.
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 Matrix regions.
- Join a well-respected environmental engineering consulting company with long-term professional and career growth opportunities.
As a Water Resources, Environmental, or Civil Engineering Student, you will join our Guelph, Ontario office as part of our Eastern Surface Water Engineering team for a 4 or 8-month student position starting January 2025. 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 and use of standard models
- 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 Ontario
- Promote and comply with Matrix 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, and 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 G driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Why Choose Matrix
At Matrix you will be part of an amazing community of collaborative people who live our purpose and values 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 a hourly rate range of $20.00-$25.00, 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.
Matrix 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. Matrix 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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