Intern - Engineer in Training (WWT)
Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.
Looking for an exciting job opportunity that will launch your career? Halton Region’s internship program provides a paid one-year professional opportunity that allows you to gain valuable experience and build the skill set you need to build a successful career.
The internship position will be onsite. The opportunity to participate in Halton’s Hybrid work program may be discussed with your supervisor.
Posting ID: 4990
Department: Public Works
Division: Water & Wastewater Treatment
Compensation: $64,984+ 3 weeks' paid vacation and partial benefits (health & dental)
Job Type: Contract > 1 Year
Contract Duration: June 8, 2026 to June 4, 2027.
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: Mid-Halton Wastewater Treatment Plant - 2195 North Service Road West, Oakville
Employee Group: OCT
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy.
Posting Date: February 19th, 2026
Application Deadline: March 5th, 2026
To be eligible to apply for an intern position, you must meet the following criteria:
- Legally entitled to work in Canada.
- In possession of a Social Insurance Number at time of hire.
- You have graduated or will graduate with a recognized post-secondary degree or diploma, post-graduate certificate or diploma between January 2025 and June 2026.
Job Summary
The position will include day-to-day support to the Plant Capital & Engineering team in the delivery of the capital program for the Water and Wastewater Treatment Division. Interns will have the opportunity to lead smaller projects and assignments as well as directly support our Project Management team on larger capital projects and or assignments. Capital projects are typically multi-disciplinary projects that can include facility removals, upgrades or additions.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide day-to-day support to Project Managers, Senior Project Advisors and Management in the delivery of treatment capital program within the Plant Capital & Engineering group.
- Assist with planning, design and inspection of capital projects through the business units within Public Works.
- Assist or lead in the delivery of minor capital projects across the water and wastewater treatment facilities. Participate in day-to-day business activities that will transfer knowledge regarding the delivery of water and wastewater treatment projects which may include plant civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation and SCADA system upgrades.
- Participate in corporate training associated with corporate business and governance processes.
- Assist in the preparation of studies and reports including the analysis of project and program delivery metrics.
- Assist with the execution of project/program driven communication with the public, elected officials and Senior management.
- Liaising with Regional staff including Plant Operations, Plant Maintenance, SCADA and/or Procurement to support capital project delivery.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential
- Undergraduate degree in Civil, Chemical, Mechanical or related field from a university accredited by Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board.
- Demonstrate an interest in pursuing a career in the delivery of engineering services and capital water and wastewater treatment projects in a municipal environment.
- Capable of planning and implementing work in an organized manner and working collaboratively with others.
- Possess superior time management skills and able to manage workflow in order to complete work on time and as expected.
Preferred
- Experience in Water and Wastewater Treatment projects or the application of green energy projects.
- Familiarity with project management principles as well as reviewing and understanding engineering design drawings.
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills.
- Self-motivated, capable of working in a team environment and independently.
Working/ Employment Conditions
Working Conditions
- Travel will be required to different facilities and/ or construction projects; incumbent must provide their own transportation.
Employment Conditions
- Incumbent must provide a copy of their valid "G2" or "G" driver's license prior to their first day of employment.
Important information about your application:
- In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
- Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.
- Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
- We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
- Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
- If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.
Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to the delivery of high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. As an intern at Halton, you will gain professional growth and development working alongside your mentors. You will be part of a progressive, service-focused and award winning employer.
