Role overview

Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible?

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.

We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers. With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.

We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers.
We are WSP.
The Opportunity

Build the Future With Us

WSP has an exciting opportunity for an Engineering Co-op Student to join our Water Treatment Group for an 8- or 12-month work term, based in our Vancouver office on Howe Street.

In the role of Environmental Technician, you’ll contribute to a variety of industrial and municipal water and wastewater treatment and sampling projects. This is an opportunity to gain hands-on experience, develop your technical skills, and learn alongside our team of professionals.
Your Impact

You’ll contribute to meaningful water and wastewater projects while building practical engineering experience. Your responsibilities will include:

Coordinate sampling programs for wastewater systems in BC coastal Indigenous communities.
Support the analysis and design of water treatment projects, including process and technology selection, equipment sizing and specifications, process modelling, mass balances, hydraulic analysis, and 3D layouts.
Assist with the preparation of technical reports, proposals, specifications, process schematics, and layout drawings.
Coordinate with vendors and other project stakeholders.
Collaborate with a diverse team and build strong relationships with internal colleagues and external stakeholders.
Participate in occasional on-site sampling and laboratory testing.
Work in a hybrid environment, balancing time between remote and office-based work.

The Skills That Set You Apart

Currently enrolled in a Chemical Engineering or Environmental Engineering degree program.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Knowledge of water and wastewater treatment terminology and technologies is considered an asset.
Knowledge of water chemistry is an asset.
A valid driver’s licence is preferred.
You’re curious, collaborative, organized, and eager to gain hands-on experience in the water treatment industry.

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.

Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition because your growth drives ours.
Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.

#WeAreWSP
Compensation

For university students in engineering and sciences, WSP’s hourly compensation ranges are:

Alberta, British Columbia, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, Saskatchewan & Yukon: $24.00 – $32.25/hour
Manitoba & Ontario: $22.50 – $30.25/hour
New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island & Quebec: $21.50 – $30.25/hour

Disclosure: The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors, including relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.