CONSTRUCT YOUR CAREER AS AN ENGINEERING STUDENT (WINTER 2026)!

Are you an ambitious post-secondary student looking to make your mark beyond the classroom? Construct the foundation of your career with the J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) Construction & Equipment Division this WINTER 2026 ! If you're looking for a position where you'll gain meaningful, hands-on industry experience, we’d love to hear from you.

• Our positions range from 4 to 8 months, starting in winter 2025!

• You’ll be based out of Saint John, New Brunswick

• Funding support for housing may be available for eligible candidates

• Did you know? Since January 2024, J.D. Irving, Limited has committed to reimbursing the co-op fee up to $1,000 for students completing their work terms with the company

• NOTE: Applications are accepted from both co-op and non-co-op students for 4-month terms. Students requiring an 8-month term must be enrolled in a co-op program

WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM YOUR WORK TERM

From your first day, you’ll be working on meaningful projects alongside experienced professionals. You’ll also take part in student-focused events, tours, and learning experiences that expand your knowledge and connect you with other students across the company.

You’ll engage with senior leaders and professionals for coaching, mentorship, and career development. Our division includes major players in the North American construction industry, including Irving Equipment, Gulf Operators, CFM, Irving Wallboard, PumpsPlus, and Kent Homes.

This is more than just an internship. It is a chance to contribute to real-world projects, build valuable skills, and grow your professional network.

Get ready to roll up your sleeves and dive into real work that makes a difference. Here’s what your day-to-day could look like:

• Continuous improvement: Be part of a culture that encourages fresh ideas, challenges the status quo, and finds better ways to do things every day.

• Project management: Learn how projects are planned and executed using real tools and processes. You’ll gain skills that are valuable in any industry.

• Production planning: Support the team in keeping operations running smoothly by helping schedule and organizing production activities.

• ERP & Analytics - Get hands-on with our ERP systems and dashboards. Use data to uncover insights and support smarter decision-making.

• Health & Safety - Join inspections and safety initiatives, and experience how safety is built into everything we do within our Construction & Equipment Division.

• Mentorship & Job Shadowing - Connect with mentors and shadow professionals on job sites and in facilities to learn directly from the experts. We’re here to support your career growth.

THE NECESSITIES

• We’re not expecting you to know everything, but we are looking for students who are curious, motivated, and ready to grow. Here’s what will help you thrive in this role:

• You’re currently enrolled and in good standing in a post-secondary Engineering program

• You’re a self-starter who is proactive, motivated, and ready to jump in

• You’re open to learning. We know you’re still a student, and we’re here to support your growth

• You’re interested in building project management and lean methodology skills

• You’re organized and detail-oriented, and juggling multiple tasks energizes you

• You bring strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills, along with a great attitude

Ready to Construct Your Career?

Join us and gain the experience you need to launch a successful career. Apply today and start Constructing Your Career with the Construction & Equipment Division of J.D. Irving, Limited!

The Construction & Equipment Division – Where Innovation and Engineering Meet.

Join Kent Homes , one of the largest and most innovative modular home manufacturers based in Atlantic Canada, where quality craftsmanship, innovation, safety and sustainability are embraced by our team members every day. Since 1958, we've been committed to delivering quality built homes with 100% quality assurance, offering tight control over costs, timing, and materials—guaranteeing a seamless process with no surprises. With our 150,000 square foot facility in Bouctouche, New Brunswick, we build year-round, serving communities across the Atlantic Provinces as well as Ontario. Our team is made up of talented builders and other great tradespeople, engineers, sales professionals, and more—all committed to a culture of that ensures employee and customer satisfaction. If you’re ready to make a difference, Kent Homes is the place to build your career !

Founded in 1882, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) has operations in Canada and the United States and are a team of 20,000 dedicated employees. At J.D. Irving, Limited, you are part of a dynamic team of professionals who lead with integrity and are passionate about delivering results. With a culture that nurtures talent and creates an inclusive workplace, you can grow your career across our various operating divisions.

We are committed to creating accessible environments for our colleagues, candidates, and customers. Requests for accommodation due to a disability (which may be visible or invisible, temporary, or permanent) can be made at any stage of application and employment. We encourage candidates to make their accommodation needs known so that we can provide equitable opportunities.

Worried you do not meet all the requirements? Studies have shown that many applicants apply only to job opportunities when they feel they meet 100% of the criteria. We promote an inclusive environment where everyone is appreciated, recognized, and empowered to contribute fully. If you are interested in this position but are worried you did not meet all the requirements, we would encourage you to still apply.

We appreciate your interest in our company however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.