Co-op Student - General Civil Engineering - Fall September 2026
Top Benefits
About the role
A workplace powered by you
At BC Hydro, we’re working towards creating a cleaner and more sustainable future for all British Columbians and need
people like you to help us. A career at BC Hydro is meaningful and provides you the opportunity to be part of a talented,
inclusive, and diverse team. We offer a healthy work-life balance, competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package,
and training opportunities to support you in your career growth. We're proud to be ranked as one of B.C.'s Top Employers
and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers.
We invite you to join us as we build an even cleaner B.C. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers. If you’re a
person with a disability, please let us know as adjustments can be made to help support you in your application process.
Co-op Student - General Civil Engineering - Fall September 2026
Number of positions: 3 Job Location: Dunsmuir 06
Employment type: Co-Op Region: Lower Mainland
Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Hybrid
Annual salary: 1,792.24 - $2,257.45 biweekly
What you'll do
** Please Apply using your computer as this application process is not Mobile compatible. Mobile application may result in
your resume, letters, transcript attachments not uploading properly. **
Candidate selection, interviews and hiring will take place continuously - this means while there is a closing date listed, hiring
manager will regularly review applications submitted shortly after the posting is live in your Co-op system. So, we
recommend you apply early!
- Please note, this is a general posting representing multiple positions with different Managers. Students invited to interview
will receive more detail of the specific position(s) the student is being considered for during the interview.
The location of these roles may be from office locations across the Greater Vancouver location in British Columbia; which
may include Vancouver, Burnaby, Fraser Valley, and not limited to other locations across BC.
As a Co-op student, you will learn and experience:
-
Practical, hands-on work experience directly related to your specific field of study.
-
Learning and training opportunities, including opportunities to network with your division.
-
Learn all about other divisions and initiatives at BC Hydro.
-
Take advantage of the opportunity to explore future career options. Depending on what team the successful candidate is
hired into, duties can also include some of the following:
-
Provide assistance and support to engineering teams
-
Work mainly in the office, but may participate in some field work
-
Participate in high value, multi-disciplinary project work and gain valuable insight into the organization and implementation
of large capital projects. Gain exposure to the exciting and increasingly growing hydro electric industry.
What you bring
- To qualify for a student Co-op opportunity, students must be enrolled in academic studies at a post-secondary institution in
Canada and must be returning to school after completion of their work term with BC Hydro.
-
Completed a minimum of 2nd year of Civil Engineering Degree studies at an accredited university.
-
Familiarity with engineering drawings/wiring diagrams would be an asset.
-
Strong working knowledge of MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
-
Strong communication skills, highly motivated and results oriented.
What we offer
- As a condition of employment at BC Hydro, a background check clearance will be required. This may include: reference
checks, education verification, employment verification, criminal record check, drivers abstract review, and a drug and
alcohol test.
- All positions will be hired first as a four month work term. For some positions, there is opportunity to extend, to eight
months.
- Students are expected to work at the job location for their co-op role and it is the student’s responsibility to relocate
themselves if necessary.
-
Some roles may require a valid Class 5 Drivers License.
Please be advised that some roles may be assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will
be required as a pre-condition to employment.
What else you should know
This position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE). http://moveuptogether.ca
Each application must include all of the following required documents: cover letter, resume and transcripts. Incomplete/late
applications will not be considered. Please inform your Co-op office about all positions that you’ve applied to as we will
contact your school to set up interviews should you be considered. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Flexible work model role definitions:
Our four role types identify the degree of flexibility an employee could have to work from home based on the type of work
they do. The flexibility for an individual job is up to the manager for each position and the operational requirements.
Employees also have the right to work full-time from the office if they prefer. All of our roles require at least some in-person
time.
Resident – Works primarily (4+ days per week) in the office.
Hybrid – May be able to work from home up to 3 days per week.
Remote – Works from home 4+ days per week
Date Posted: 2026-05-05 Closing Date: 2026-06-07
For internal use 52405750
Not the right fit? Search for Co jobs in Dunsmuir, BC
About BC Hydro
BC Hydro is one of the largest energy suppliers in Canada. We generate and deliver electricity to 95% of the population of British Columbia and over four million people.
It’s our vision is to be the most trusted, innovative utility company in North America by being smart about power in all we do.
As an employer, we aim to provide meaningful and challenging work, opportunities for growth and a healthy work/life balance. We’ve been recognized for excellence and been named one of B.C.’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for four years in a row.
Interested in joining our team? Visit bchydro.com/careers to see current career and apprenticeship opportunities.
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Co-op Student - General Civil Engineering - Fall September 2026
Top Benefits
About the role
A workplace powered by you
At BC Hydro, we’re working towards creating a cleaner and more sustainable future for all British Columbians and need
people like you to help us. A career at BC Hydro is meaningful and provides you the opportunity to be part of a talented,
inclusive, and diverse team. We offer a healthy work-life balance, competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package,
and training opportunities to support you in your career growth. We're proud to be ranked as one of B.C.'s Top Employers
and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers.
We invite you to join us as we build an even cleaner B.C. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers. If you’re a
person with a disability, please let us know as adjustments can be made to help support you in your application process.
Co-op Student - General Civil Engineering - Fall September 2026
Number of positions: 3 Job Location: Dunsmuir 06
Employment type: Co-Op Region: Lower Mainland
Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Flexible Work Role: Hybrid
Annual salary: 1,792.24 - $2,257.45 biweekly
What you'll do
** Please Apply using your computer as this application process is not Mobile compatible. Mobile application may result in
your resume, letters, transcript attachments not uploading properly. **
Candidate selection, interviews and hiring will take place continuously - this means while there is a closing date listed, hiring
manager will regularly review applications submitted shortly after the posting is live in your Co-op system. So, we
recommend you apply early!
- Please note, this is a general posting representing multiple positions with different Managers. Students invited to interview
will receive more detail of the specific position(s) the student is being considered for during the interview.
The location of these roles may be from office locations across the Greater Vancouver location in British Columbia; which
may include Vancouver, Burnaby, Fraser Valley, and not limited to other locations across BC.
As a Co-op student, you will learn and experience:
-
Practical, hands-on work experience directly related to your specific field of study.
-
Learning and training opportunities, including opportunities to network with your division.
-
Learn all about other divisions and initiatives at BC Hydro.
-
Take advantage of the opportunity to explore future career options. Depending on what team the successful candidate is
hired into, duties can also include some of the following:
-
Provide assistance and support to engineering teams
-
Work mainly in the office, but may participate in some field work
-
Participate in high value, multi-disciplinary project work and gain valuable insight into the organization and implementation
of large capital projects. Gain exposure to the exciting and increasingly growing hydro electric industry.
What you bring
- To qualify for a student Co-op opportunity, students must be enrolled in academic studies at a post-secondary institution in
Canada and must be returning to school after completion of their work term with BC Hydro.
-
Completed a minimum of 2nd year of Civil Engineering Degree studies at an accredited university.
-
Familiarity with engineering drawings/wiring diagrams would be an asset.
-
Strong working knowledge of MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
-
Strong communication skills, highly motivated and results oriented.
What we offer
- As a condition of employment at BC Hydro, a background check clearance will be required. This may include: reference
checks, education verification, employment verification, criminal record check, drivers abstract review, and a drug and
alcohol test.
- All positions will be hired first as a four month work term. For some positions, there is opportunity to extend, to eight
months.
- Students are expected to work at the job location for their co-op role and it is the student’s responsibility to relocate
themselves if necessary.
-
Some roles may require a valid Class 5 Drivers License.
Please be advised that some roles may be assessed as safety sensitive and pre-qualification alcohol and drug testing will
be required as a pre-condition to employment.
What else you should know
This position is affiliated with the Movement of United Professionals union (MoveUP/COPE). http://moveuptogether.ca
Each application must include all of the following required documents: cover letter, resume and transcripts. Incomplete/late
applications will not be considered. Please inform your Co-op office about all positions that you’ve applied to as we will
contact your school to set up interviews should you be considered. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Flexible work model role definitions:
Our four role types identify the degree of flexibility an employee could have to work from home based on the type of work
they do. The flexibility for an individual job is up to the manager for each position and the operational requirements.
Employees also have the right to work full-time from the office if they prefer. All of our roles require at least some in-person
time.
Resident – Works primarily (4+ days per week) in the office.
Hybrid – May be able to work from home up to 3 days per week.
Remote – Works from home 4+ days per week
Date Posted: 2026-05-05 Closing Date: 2026-06-07
For internal use 52405750
Not the right fit? Search for Co jobs in Dunsmuir, BC
About BC Hydro
BC Hydro is one of the largest energy suppliers in Canada. We generate and deliver electricity to 95% of the population of British Columbia and over four million people.
It’s our vision is to be the most trusted, innovative utility company in North America by being smart about power in all we do.
As an employer, we aim to provide meaningful and challenging work, opportunities for growth and a healthy work/life balance. We’ve been recognized for excellence and been named one of B.C.’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for four years in a row.
Interested in joining our team? Visit bchydro.com/careers to see current career and apprenticeship opportunities.