Structural Engineer Intern - Water

Date: Sep 8, 2026

Location:

Markham, ON, CA

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

At Black & Veatch, our employee-owners go beyond the project. For over a century, we have been breaking down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Working with us, you will help provide critical expertise as we, along with our valued clients, deliver solutions that positively impact communities around the world. Our professionals are our greatest asset, and we believe nothing is more important than the health, happiness and professional growth of our employee-owners. With a focus on flexible work-life balance options, an expanding and diverse workforce, and limitless career growth opportunities, we will give you our best to help you give us your best, and together we can build a world of difference.

Req Id : 116995

Opportunity Type : College Intern

Relocation eligible : Yes

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Contract Hire Only for this Project : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Job Summary

As a Structural Engineer (Water) Summer Intern at Black & Veatch, you will play a meaningful role in addressing some of the world’s most critical infrastructure challenges. This internship offers the opportunity to contribute to diverse, impactful projects that support our clients’ goals while fostering your professional growth and advancing the success of Black & Veatch.

Chosen candidates will be located in/or relocate to Toronto (CA).

Summer Internship Program is designed to provide the following to students: 1) experience in a working environment; 2) meaningful work assignments; 3) introduction to Black & Veatch corporate culture; 4) chance to network with experienced executives and leaders.

Key Responsibilities

Support development of design specifications and contract drawings
Perform variety of tasks to support engineering analyses, report production, and designs
Prepare basic calculations
Analyze systems utilizing computer modeling
Organize and file project materials and references

Management Responsibilities

Individual Contributor

Preferred Qualifications

Analytical skills
Communications skills, both written and oral
Initiative
Self-starter, highly motivated
Attention to detail
Mathematical skills
Problem solving skills

Minimum Qualifications

No experience required. Current enrollment in ABET accredited university in Civil Engineering program with a preferred emphasis in Structural Engineering. Preference in coursework is at least 1 design course. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Certifications

Work Environment/Physical Demands

This intern position is expected to be in the office on a full-time basis.

Competencies

Interpersonal Skills

Computer Skills

Salary Plan

ENG: Engineering

Job Grade

097

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) affirmative action laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy. We offer professionals an array of health and welfare benefits that vary based on their geographic region and employment status. This may include health, life accident and disability insurances, paid time off, financial programs and more. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

In accordance with local law, the following Hourly compensation range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition: $19.23 CAD - $32.69 CAD