Construction Materials Field Technician Student

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The Opportunity
Build the Future with Us
- This is your chance to gain hands-on field experience supporting the quality and integrity of infrastructure projects across Southwestern Ontario. Based out of our
London, ON
office, you'll support materials testing and inspection that helps shape reliable, safe, and sustainable construction outcomes.
Your Impact
(Structured based on template guidance for outcome-driven bullets.)
Perform field quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA) testing on soils, concrete, asphalt, and aggregates to support safe and compliant construction.
Conduct soil and asphalt compaction testing to verify adherence to project specifications and industry standards.
Assist with subgrade and footing inspections to ensure foundational elements meet engineering requirements.
Carry out materials testing following CSA, CCIL, and ASTM procedures to support accurate data collection.
Contribute to a strong safety culture by following WSP's field safety protocols.
Support basic equipment maintenance and calibration, ensuring reliable field performance.
The Skills That Set You Apart
(Modeled on template guidance for meaningful, student-appropriate skills.)
You are currently enrolled in a Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or related post-secondary program and eager to apply your learning in real-world field environments.
You're comfortable working outdoors on active construction sites and want to understand how infrastructure is built from the ground up.
You bring curiosity and interest in materials testing, inspection, and laboratory processes.
You're ready to learn recognized testing standards, including CSA, CCIL, and ASTM methods.
You meet all safety requirements and hold a valid driver's licence for travel to project sites.
Why Choose WSP?
We exist to shape communities to advance humanity.
Proudly
Canadian
- we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
A
global
community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
Limitless opportunities
start here. Whether across the country or around the globe, we'll help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
Flexible work, real balance
- we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
Compensation:
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT:
$24.00 - $32.25
MB & ON:
$22.50 - $30.25
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC:
$21.50 - $30.25
Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Make Your Mark with WSP
If you're driven by purpose and impact, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the first step toward a rewarding career with us.
WSP
is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.
We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.
At
WSP
:
We value our people and our reputation
We are locally dedicated with international scale
We are future focused and challenge the status quo
We foster collaboration in everything we do
We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.
Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.