Environmental Science Student

Job Description

Job Description

What if you could redefine what’s possible? 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.

The Opportunity

Your Impact Starts Here – Are you ready to tackle some of the most complex and rewarding challenges in the industry? In this role, you’ll collaborate with brilliant minds and contribute to high-profile projects that are changing the landscape of our world.

Your Impact

• Collaborate in a team environment, supporting Project Managers, Coordinators, and professionals across disciplines.


• Participate in planning and implementing environmental site assessment projects of varying scale.


• Assist in preparing technical reports for environmental impact assessments, risk assessments, hydrogeological studies, and remediation projects.


• Perform data tabulation, QA/QC, and compare results to site-specific regulatory guidelines to support reporting accuracy.


• Apply spreadsheet skills to organize and analyze environmental data effectively.


• Develop and adjust work plans to meet project requirements and timelines.


• Support field activities including monitoring, investigation, remediation, and reclamation of contaminated sites.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Currently enrolled in an Environmental Science or related program at a recognized college or university.


• Strong analytical skills and ability to work with large datasets.


• Familiarity with environmental regulations and protocols.


• Comfortable working in both office and field environments, adhering to safety standards.


• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other data management tools.


• A collaborative mindset with a passion for environmental stewardship.

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’ll 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: $22.00 - $25.50

MB & ON: $20.50 - $24.00

NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $19.50 - $23.00

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.

Make Your Mark with WSP

If you're driven by purpose and impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us.

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

WSP Values

• We value our people and our reputation


• We are locally dedicated with international scale


• We are future focused and challenge the status quo


• We foster collaboration in everything we do


• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable

Important Information

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.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to 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. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.