The OpportunityOur internship opportunity allows you to explore your career path by providing hands-on experience in both the field and office. We connect you with industry-leading mentors and a cohort of top-tier students from across Canada. We are hiring for a 4- or 8-month summer internship starting in May 2027 in our Engineering division in Fort St. John. Our preference is for candidates who are adaptable and able to work in the field and travel to project sites as required by the role. Our interns work with multidisciplinary engineering teams to apply their academic knowledge and assist with project delivery from design to construction. Whether it’s developing drawings or conducting site inspections, you’ll gain the skills and training needed to solve real-world problems. Our team fosters a welcoming environment that encourages learning, growth, and building meaningful relationships. More importantly, we’ve cultivated a fun and inclusive culture, making McElhanney a workplace where our interns often choose to build long-term careers after graduation. Additionally, we’ve created programs to nurture the growth of future leaders. We’re proud of our reputation for developing talent and maintaining a positive, friendly, and rewarding work environment. Join McElhanney, a firm with big company opportunities and a small company feel! To learn more about our Internship Program, visit: Interns & New Graduates - McElhanney. What You'll Do Collaborate with Engineers and Project Managers to develop designs from conceptual to detailed stages, using AutoCAD Civil 3D for multidisciplinary projects. Conduct field inspections for infrastructure construction and liaise with contractors on client sites. Work with the team to ensure schedules, budgets, quality control, and safety standards are met and maintained. Gain exposure to various McElhanney services, including materials testing, construction management, municipal infrastructure, transportation, water resources, geotechnical, bridge, and structural engineering. Participate in McElhanney’s industry-leading safety practices to exceed client needs while ensuring our teams Think Safe, Work Safe, and Get Home Safe. Practice Areas You'll Focus OnAs part of your experience, you’ll be exposed to a number of different disciplines and projects, allowing you to gain knowledge and skills in a wide range of civil engineering focus areas. You will work on real-world projects related to several of the disciplines below and be supported by a multidisciplinary team of experts. Water Resources: Managing water systems, including flood control and stormwater management. Municipal Engineering: Design and development of urban infrastructure, including roads, water distribution systems, and waste management. Land Development: Planning and engineering of residential, commercial, and industrial land development projects. Environmental Engineering: Preparing environmental solutions that balance ecological protection with
