Co-op Intern - Edmonton, Canada - Western Pacific Enterprises

Western Pacific Enterprises

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

About the Role:

Company Overview

Since our inception in 1973, Western Pacific Enterprises, a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc, has successfully completed many electrical construction projects for commercial, industrial, and utility clients throughout Western Canada.

Innovation and an enthusiasm for challenging projects have made WPE one of British Columbia's largest electrical contractors.

We have built some of the most prominent fixtures of Vancouver and western Canada, including projects such as BC Place Arena, the Convention Centre, and the entire Skytrain System.

Western Pacific Enterprises is proud of our sustainability focus, reducing our carbon footprint by operating as a completely paper-free environment and allowing employees the opportunity to be part of building something recognizable to everyone in your community.

Essential Functions

Assist project managers with daily tasks relating to construction projects
Construction monitoring tasks including interpretation of applicable construction drawings
Assist with the review of plans and specifications and prepare a checklist of contract features which require periodic attention and list items the subcontractor must submit for approval prior to the start of the work
Assist with cost estimates as needed
Ensure maintenance of accurate records
Assist with preparing statements of work, submittals, change management, and necessary daily and weekly reporting
Promote safety in construction operations and ensure compliance with safety requirements
Inspect equipment, material, workmanship, and finished construction
Check the progress of work in the field
Observe work in progress to ensure that procedures are followed and materials used conform to specifications
Participation in the Lunch & Learn internship program provided by the MYR Group Internship Leadership team.

About You:

Qualifications

College sophomore or above working towards a related degree or be currently enrolled in or attending trade school. If you are a recent graduate, you must be within 1 year of your graduation date.
No experience required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to prepare and give presentations.
Organized and detail oriented.
Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Ability to communicate with employees and various business contacts in a professional and courteous manner.

What We Offer:

Benefits of an internship with MYR Group:

Opportunity to explore potential post-graduation career opportunities.
Practice and improve industry skills while learning how to be an effective employee entering the workforce.
Gain knowledge of the roles and responsibility of a particular career.

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MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands.

We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees._**- MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer._

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries do not work with any thirdparty recruiters or agencies without a valid signed agreement and partnership with the Corporate Talent Acquisition Team._