Civil Engineering Summer Student

The Region of Durham is committed to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion within our organization and the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from people who are Indigenous, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, members of LGBTQ2S+ communities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of our workforce, including those who experience systemic barriers.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process upon request, based on any Code-protected ground.

Summer Students - Civil Engineering

The Regional Municipality of Durham is currently recruiting Civil Engineering students for summer employment for 2025.

If you are currently enrolled in one of these programs and you are returning to school in September 2025, you are encouraged to apply for an opportunity.

Students will be responsible for the following duties :

• Assist Senior Construction Inspectors on construction sites involving the installation of watermains, sanitary sewer, storm sewer and road building
• Field measurements of production quantities
• Documentation of contractor activities on site
• Preparation of AutoCAD as-constructed drawings and other drafting assignments using AutoCAD, as required
• Assist with review and verification of as-constructed survey data and drawings
• Other duties as assigned

For the majority of these positions, you must have a full Class G2 Driver's Licence, an acceptable driver's abstract, and the daily use of a reliable vehicle.

Students must have education in a Civil Engineering program and / or experience in construction inspection or design of municipal infrastructure.

Most positions are available from the beginning of May through to the end of August.

Please note if you are completing your education in 2025, you are not eligible for a student position; however, we encourage you to apply to other opportunities (current or future).

Student - Technical

Conditions of Employment

All applicants are expected to comply with the Region of Durham's Code of Ethics and Code of Conduct Policies throughout the recruitment process. Proof of education, qualifications and any other job bona fide requirements will be required prior to start date. A current Driver's Abstract may also be required.

External Application Process

Come find a home where exciting and rewarding careers are balanced with your lifestyle.  We thank all applicants; however, only those being considered will be contacted.  Please apply online ( www.durham.ca ) no later than midnight (Eastern Standard Time) on the closing date indicated on the Job Posting.

The Region of Durham is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process.  If contacted for an employment opportunity and you require accommodation, or if this information is required in an accessible format, please contact us at : RecruitingHelp@durham.ca and a Recruiter will provide appropriate assistance pursuant to the Region’s Accommodation and Accessibility policies.  Please note that resumes should not be sent to RecruitingHelp@durham.ca .

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