We have exciting opportunities in our Central and North Region (CNR) within the Nation’s Capital! Be at the forefront of shaping this newly created region and make a national impact!
Are you excited by the prospect of supporting projects for clients in the Canadian Armed Forces and Department of National Defence?
We are looking for students in Environmental Science / Studies programs who have strong critical thinking, writing, and interpersonal skills to join our team in the Central and North Region.
DCC is a dynamic and fast-paced Crown corporation. Our clients include the Canadian Armed Forces and the Department of National Defence. Our more than 1,000 civilian employees work in offices across the country, often located on military bases. Our corporate values of dedication, collaboration, competence and fairness guide our actions, the way we make decisions and how we conduct our business. To help us lead the way, we are looking for highly motivated, ready-to-learn and reliable individuals who would like to contribute their best.
As part of DCC’s ongoing efforts to recruit a diverse workforce, the National Student Program offers students a 4-month work experience term. This is a great opportunity for students to be exposed to a work environment and to expand their skills. This four-month placement may be eligible for extension for Co-op program students, subject to performance and organizational needs.
What You Can Expect
You will expand your skills and build a network of colleagues in a variety of disciplines who are passionate about the work they do and will lead and mentor you in a high-performing environment. Successful candidates will gain office and field experience in construction and /or project management work, and may support in the following tasks:
- Researching, preparing and presenting documentation related to project initiation, development, definition and implementation
- Providing project and program management support
- Monitoring contracts (construction, property management)
- Checking compliance with contractual requirements and reporting deviations
- Maintaining records, schedules and documents, and preparing standard reports
- Coordinating data to provide analytical and visual reporting tools using various automated data sources and technologies
- Supporting renovation and new construction projects
- Participating in the tendering phases of construction contracts by reviewing plans and specifications
- Participate in consultant, construction and staff meetings
- Providing administrative support
Find out more about working at DCC: https://www.dcc-cdc.gc.ca/careers
What We Are Looking For
- Good judgement, positive attitude and flexible nature
- Knowledge of computer software programs (Office suite) and how to use them
- Strong critical thinking, writing and interpersonal skills, with an attention to detail
- The ability to work independently
Who We Are Looking For
- You meet the minimum age requirement to work in Ontario
- You are currently enrolled in environmental engineering, environmental science, environmental studies, engineering technology, or related field at an accredited college or university
- A valid drivers license and access to a vehicle is preferred
- You are eligible to work in Canada
**The remuneration for post-secondary students will align with the pay rates established by the Government of Canada’s Treasury Board guidelines. Compensation will be determined by the student's academic level and experience.
Hourly pay scale for post-secondary students: $19.50-$27.50/hr. For detailed information, please refer to the Treasury Board student salary ranges.**
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