Building Science Intern (Fall 2026)

Learning begins in the classroom but there’s no better place to gain real-world experience than with Stantec. Interns are an integral part of our teams, working to solve some of the world's most complex challenges. As an intern, you’ll work alongside our experienced practitioners and with our clients and communities. This hands-on experience will equip you with practical skills, build your network, and provide opportunities that set you up for success. Your Opportunity Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec. Stantec invites you to apply for a Building Science Intern role based in our Burnaby, B.C. office. Your Key Responsibilities * Performs project contract drawing reviews (drawings, specifications, shop drawings, material submittals, etc.) * Attend pre-construction meetings and document discussions * Reviews and reports on project mock-ups * Performs periodic site visits and utilizes a site visit reporting system to identify and update action items * Performs field testing to confirm building enclosure performance (water, air leakage, EFVM, infrared testing, etc.) * Assists in small project management and coordination * Assists in building condition assessments, concrete restoration, and building enclosure-related projects * Participates in continuing education * Perform various office-related tasks Pay Transparency: In compliance with pay transparency laws, pay ranges are provided for positions in locations where required. Please note, the final agreed upon compensation is based on individual education, qualifications, experience, and work location. At Stantec certain roles are bonus eligible. Actual compensation for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on the agreed number of working hours per week. Benefits Summary: Regular full-time and part-time employees (working at least 20 hours per week) will have access to health, dental, and vision plans, a wellness program, health care spending account, wellness spending account, group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, group tax-free savings account, life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, short-term/long-term disability plans, emergency travel benefits, tuition reimbursement, professional membership fee coverage, and paid time off. Temporary/casual employees will have access to group registered retirement savings plan, employee stock purchase program, and group tax-free savings account. The benefits information listed above may not apply to union positions because benefits for such positions are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.

The intern will perform project drawing reviews, conduct field testing for building enclosure performance, and assist with building condition assessments. They will also attend pre-construction meetings and document site visit action items.

Applicants should be students pursuing a degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field. A valid driver's license and a basic understanding of building science principles are required or preferred.

• Health Plans • Dental Plans • Vision Plans • Wellness Program • Health Care Spending Account • Wellness Spending Account • Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan • Employee Stock Purchase Program • Group Tax-Free Savings Account • Life Insurance • Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance • Short-Term Disability Plans • Long-Term Disability Plans • Emergency Travel Benefits • Tuition Reimbursement • Professional Membership Fee Coverage • Paid Time Off

• Customer servicePreferred
• Project managementPreferred

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• Project Contract Drawing Review
• Field Testing
• Building Condition Assessments
• Project Management
• Communication
• Organizational Skills
• Customer Service
• Building Science Principles
• Building Envelope Components
• Technical Writing

• Engineering
• Construction
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Consulting
• Science & Research

Minimum education

Bachelor’s degree

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week