Co-op Student, Electrical Engineering

WSP

3 LMIA positions (2026)Posted 3 days ago

Job Description

What if you could redefine what's possible? With us, you can.

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

Step into a role where your classroom learning meets real-world impact. As a Co-op Student, Electrical Engineering , you'll work alongside experienced engineers on projects that shape communities, improve infrastructure, and support sustainable development. From design support to field investigations and project delivery, you'll gain hands-on experience while contributing to meaningful work that helps create a better future.

Your Impact

Support electrical engineering teams in the design and delivery of infrastructure, transportation, buildings, industrial, and energy projects.

Assist with preparing engineering calculations, technical reports, specifications, drawings, and project documentation.

Contribute to electrical system design activities, including power distribution, lighting, controls, and related building or infrastructure systems.

Participate in site visits, inspections, and field investigations to gather data and support project execution.

Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative and practical engineering solutions.

Apply engineering principles and industry standards to solve technical challenges and support project objectives.

Help maintain project schedules, document control processes, and quality assurance requirements.

Learn from experienced professionals while building technical, project management, and consulting skills.

The Skills That Set You Apart

Currently enrolled in an accredited Electrical Engineering degree program and returning to studies following the work term.

Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals, including circuit analysis, power systems, or building electrical systems.

Familiarity with engineering software such as AutoCAD, Revit, ETAP, SKM, EasyPower, or similar tools is considered an asset.

Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and engineering standards.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate in team environments.

Demonstrated initiative, curiosity, and a desire to learn in a consulting engineering setting.

Ability and willingness to travel to project sites as required and comply with all health, safety, and environmental requirements.

Why Choose WSP?

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

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $24.00 – $32.25 per hour

MB & ON: $22.50 – $30.25 per hour

NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $21.50 – $30.25 per hour

Disclosure:

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, 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.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Bring your curiosity, your technical knowledge, and your ambition to a team that is helping redefine what is possible. Join WSP as a Co-op Student, Electrical Engineering, and gain experience that will help launch your career while contributing to projects that make a lasting impact on communities across Canada.

At WSP , we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP , you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .

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