Engineering Co-op Student

Application Deadline: Monday, December 30, 2024 (we will review applications on a rolling-basis)

Duration: 8 months

Start Date: Monday, May 5, 2025

For this exciting position, we are specifically targeting students who have a background in Engineering. Students with a background in Civil, Mining, or Mechanical Engineering are preferred. This outstanding individual will assist the Project Development group and be responsible for supporting the delivery of an assigned technical scope of work for a study, project, or package. This position will provide the opportunity to identify risks and opportunities to build value within the engineering team.

Depending on the needs and location of the team, you will need to work PDT or MDT or relocate to a specific office (site-based). You must also currently be a student enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution and will be enrolled throughout the duration of the co-op term. Proof of a valid work permit will also be required, if applicable.

Why consider Teck Resources Limited for your Co-op Placement?

At Teck, we offer more than just a job – we provide a comprehensive student experience comprised of relevant, hands-on work, vibrant social activities, extensive networking opportunities, and rich professional development.

In addition to excellent compensation, Teck co-ops receive a variety of advantages including:

• Financial assistance to help with travel costs and co-op fees
• Opportunity to develop technical skills and gain practical experience while applying academic knowledge to real-world mining operations and projects
• Enjoy mentorship and guidance from experienced specialists in their respective fields
• Receive primary consideration for professional positions upon graduation

Teck’s corporate office in Calgary, Alberta is home to several departments working closely with our operational sites. We work with a sense of personal responsibility and genuine care for the people, communities, and lands which we are entrusted.

Salary Range: $4600 - $5800 / Month

Salary is commensurate with the number of academic semesters and prior co-op experiences completed.

Responsibilities

• Be a courageous safety leader, adhere to and sponsor safety and environmental rules and procedures.
• Assist with trade-off studies.
• Assist in assembling technical scope of work for material and/or contract packages.
• Participate in design reviews and workshops.
• Provide support in the advancement of smart engineering, engineering sustainability through design, and the engineering overview process.
• Support the development of the Scope of Work (SOW) for the Engineering Work Packages (EWP).
• Attend weekly project update meetings and ensure minutes are kept and distributed.
• Support site engineering and construction activities either from the home office or at site.
• Sustain relationships with the Service Provider, Teck Project Development Group, and operating staff.
• Coordinate engineering work between fields and between the engineering group and other project groups.
• Support Team Leads in the preparation of technical decisions and information required to maintain the schedule.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in an engineering field (Civil, Mining, Mechanical).
• Basic understanding or curiosity about project controls, scope management, and quality management would be an asset.
• Curiosity about project management systems and an understanding of multiple phases of project execution.
• Able to work collaboratively in diversified teams.
• Understanding of concepts of "fit for purpose" and "value engineering".
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook.
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to work on several tasks simultaneously.
• Able to learn new technologies and platforms quickly, accurately, and efficiently.
• Ability to communicate with precision in a technical environment.
• Able to articulate sophisticated concepts clearly and in a way a diverse audience would understand.

About Teck

Teck is a leading Canadian resource company focused on responsibly providing the metals essential for global development and the energy transition while caring for the people, communities, and land that we love.

Join Teck, a leader in the mining industry, where we hire over 150 students each year across our operations. Our commitment to fostering young talent has earned us recognition as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People and as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers. Start your career journey with us!