Intern - Utilities Construction

ABOUT THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY

At Black & McDonald, you’re not just an Intern, you’re part of the family. Our Internship Program is centrally supported, fully leveraged paid summer employment offering you the chance to bridge theory to practice in a supportive and dynamic environment. Our goal is to provide you with 4 months of engaging, meaningful, and impactful experience that will launch your career in the right direction.

Here are just a few benefits you can look forward to in your placement with us:

• A customized, structured work plan and skill development library
• A dedicated mentor to offer regular coaching, feedback, and support
• An internship program manager to help you stay on track
• Access to a great library of online training and e-learning through top-notch learning platforms
• Collaboration with a vast network of interns across North America
• Opportunity to network with subject matter experts and seasoned industry professionals
• The chance to contribute to the growth and success of our diverse team of 6,000 employees

As an intern, some of your roles and responsibilities may include:

• Participate in maintenance and creation of project documentation (e.g. safety, materials, change orders, quantities, and productivity records)
• Learn to interpret project contract documents and drawings
• Participate in client meetings and interpreting requirements
• Understand the process and details involved with project scheduling and planning
• Assist with equipment and material sourcing
• Relationship building with subcontractors and suppliers for information and pricing
• Assisting with additional estimating
• Learn how to prepare quantity take-offs supporting the estimating stage of the project lifecycle
• Assist with invoicing and preparing supporting documentation, tracking and request forms
• Participate in activities in both a traditional office setting as well as off-site jobsite
• Any additional opportunities in related projects to solidify the learning experience

This is not a conclusive list and is subject to change depending on department.

REQUIREMENTS

• A great attitude and enthusiasm for learning
• Available from May to August 2025
• Mobility (within or outside of Ontario) is considered an asset
• Completed or pursuing a degree or diploma in a related field. Examples include
  • Civil engineering / technician / technologist
  • Construction engineering technology
  • Construction management
  • Electrical engineering / technician / technologist
  • Estimating
  • Health, Safety, and Environment
  • Instrumentation engineering / technician / technologist
  • Construction Project management

Please be advised that a Criminal Background Check and Professional Reference Check will be required as part of our employment screening and selection process. Additionally, all applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

Black & McDonald welcomes and encourages applications from persons with accessibility accommodation requirements. Accessibility accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.

Last updated on Jan 15, 2025