Engineering Co-op (Winter 2027)

Job Summary

Our Group based in Saint John, New Brunswick, is currently seeking several Engineering Students beginning in the Winter 2027 semester to complete their Co-op placements with our organization. Why join us? OSCO Construction Group offers a wide variety of opportunities to learn from experts, utilize the skills acquired in university, and test new avenues in the engineering field before graduation. With respected mentors in the mechanical, civil, and construction engineering fields, you have the unique opportunity to choose from several areas of interest. We offer opportunities in our Project Management, Estimation, Design, Detailing and Quality Control departments, creating endless opportunity for you to grow and explore your interests.

You will experience the stability of working for an organization with the rich history of over 60 years in operation, with the continued desire to provide leading solutions in the construction industry. With numerous training programs, cutting edge technology, collaborative team environments and exciting employee events, OSCO offers you rewarding insight into the construction industry. Your ambitions and skills will be our greatest assets and we want you to become future leaders of our organization.

About Us

Our structural steel sector, Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd., has grown to become the largest steel fabricator in Eastern Canada and one of the most respected steel suppliers on the Eastern Seaboard. Our customer base has extended from the Atlantic Provinces to the New England states, and other offshore export destinations.

Our precast sector, Strescon Limited, has grown to become the largest pre-stressed concrete manufacturers in Eastern and Central Canada. We service our customers from our Precast and Pipe operations in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario and the New England region of the United States.

Our construction sector, FCC Construction, provides Civil, Electrical, and Communications Cabling services to a growing customer base in the Atlantic Provinces in the commercial, institutional, and industrial market sectors.

In addition to paying our students, OSCO Construction Group covers Co-op fees up to $750.

Responsibilities

• Apply theoretical knowledge to real-life engineering challenges using guidance from company mentors

• Recognize key issues and expedite solutions for the business and outside clientele as part of a diverse team

• Develop technical skills by learning from experts within our group of companies

• Attend project meetings to gain insight on projects and provide support as needed

• Learn and adhere to quality, safety, and production standards of your chosen business unit

• Represent the organization in a professional and positive manner when in contact with clients, consultants, and other external stakeholders

• Effectively utilize technology to optimize productivity and efficiencies within your work

• Provide assistance to various areas of the team in response to departmental needs

• Additional sector-specific duties as assigned

Requirements

• Currently in pursuit of an Undergraduate Engineering degree in either Civil or Mechanical

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Exceptional time management and organizational skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential

• Experience in MS Office software products

• Ability to read construction drawings would also be considered a strong asset