Engineering Intern Temporary Full Time NEW

Engineering Intern
One Full time summer position (April 27, 2026 to August 28, 2026)

Work location: RVCA Headquarters, 3889 Rideau Valley Drive

There is no direct public transportation to the worksite; candidates should ensure they have reliable transportation prior to applying.

About the RVCA:
RVCA is one of 36 conservation authorities in Ontario responsible for furthering the “conservation, restoration, development and management of natural resources in the watershed” under the Conservation Authorities Act. We are dedicated to protecting people and property from natural hazards like flooding and erosion, while conserving the wetlands, forests and natural areas that reduce their impacts.

About the Job
You will be responsible for:
• Supporting the engineering group with various watershed modelling.
• Assisting with the review of technical information.
• Gathering, processing and analysing data.
• Preparing reports as requested.

Who you are
As the preferred candidate you:
• Are a post-secondary student or recent graduate majoring in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering or another related program.
• Have some knowledge of hydrological/hydraulic or geotechnical modeling.
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills.

What we offer
• Full time hours (35 hours per week) from the end of April to the end of August
• Hourly rate of $18.10
• Option to join the OMERS pension plan
• Free onsite parking

If you are enthusiastic about conservation and think you would be a good fit for this position, please send your resume and cover letter by email no later than 4:00pm February 13, 2026 to: [email protected]
Please write your name and the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email.

Visit us on the web at www.rvca.ca
The Rideau Valley Conservation Authority (RVCA) is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive experience for RVCA job applicants and employees. If you require accommodations at any point during the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your request. The RVCA welcomes all applications; however, we will contact only those candidates selected for consideration.