About the role#
This position is for an Environmental Specialist Student based at our North American Headquarters in Edmonton, Alberta. You will work under the direct supervision of the Director of HSE Programs. This is a full-time, paid internship starting in January 2027 for a duration of 4 to 12 months.
What you'll do#
- Support the development and improvement of our Environmental Management System.
- Assist with ISO 14001 certification readiness, including gap assessments and tracking actions.
- Participate in environmental risk assessments and identify aspects and impacts.
- Research regulatory requirements to support environmental compliance.
- Develop and maintain environmental procedures, standards, and training materials.
- Collect and analyze environmental performance data to inform decision-making.
- Assist with inspections, audits, and investigations, including follow-up on corrective actions.
- Collaborate with operational teams to reduce environmental impacts.
- Contribute to sustainability projects like waste reduction and resource conservation.
- Maintain records to ensure compliance with management system requirements.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in an Environmental Engineering program.
- Foundational knowledge of environmental management systems and sustainability principles.
- Familiarity with risk assessment, pollution prevention, and ISO 14001 standards.
- Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- A willingness to learn and take initiative within a collaborative team.
Location & details#
- Location: Edmonton, Alberta, Canada.
- Modality: On-site.
- Term: Winter 2027.
About PCL Construction
PCL Construction operates as a group of independent construction firms. The company works in the civil infrastructure, heavy industrial, and buildings markets. It maintains a presence in Canada, the United States, the Caribbean, and Australia through 31 major centers. The organization is 100 percent employee-owned.
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