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Indigenous Student Employment Opportunity 2026 Spring/Summer Student Are you a student interested in the construction management field? Are you excited by the prospect of supporting infrastructure and environmental projects at one of Canadas military bases in Ontario? We are looking for Indigenous students in the construction management, engineering, environment, and project management field who have strong critical thinking, writing, and interpersonal skills to join one of our site office teams. Defence Construction Canada is a dynamic and fastpaced Crown corporation. Our more than 1000 employeesall civilianswork in offices across the country, often colocated on military bases. Our clients include the Canadian Forces and the Department of National Defences infrastructure and environment programs. Our corporate values are dedication, collaboration, competence, and fairness. These values guide our actions, the way we make decisions and how we conduct our business. To help us lead the way, we are looking for open minded, highly motivated, ready to learn, and reliable individuals. As part of DCCs ongoing efforts to recruit a diverse workforce, the National Indigenous Student Work Experience Program offers Indigenous students a 24month work experience term. This is a great opportunity for Indigenous students to be exposed to a work environment and to expand their skills. We are excited to have several opportunities in Ontario at the following locations: Kingston Trenton Borden (Barrie) Toronto Petawawa North Bay What You Can Expect You will build a network of colleagues in a variety of disciplines who are passionate about the work they do and will lead and mentor you in a highperforming environment. Successful candidates will gain office and field experience in construction, engineering and /or environmental work, and may support in the following tasks: Support to projects involving Species at Risk, contaminated sites and phase 1 and 2 environmental site assessments Monitoring tasks related to inspection, construction contracts, environmental contracts, and control of materials Checking compliance with contractual requirements and reporting deviations Maintaining records, schedules and documents, and preparing standard reports Supporting larger, complex renovation contracts and major new construction projects Participating in the tendering phases of construction contracts by reviewing plans and specifications Participating in construction and staff meetings Your salary The remuneration for postsecondary students will align with the pay rates established by the Government of Canadas Treasury Board guidelines. Compensation will be determined by the student's academic level and experience. Hourly pay scale for postsecondary students: $19.50$29.15/hr. For detailed information, please refer to the Treasury Board student salary ranges. What We Are Looking For Good judgement, positive attitude and flexible nature Knowledge of computer software programs and how to use them Communication and interpersonal skills with an attention to detail The ability to work independently Who We Are Looking For You meet the minimum age requirement to work in Ontario Preference is given to students currently enrolled in engineering, engineering technology, environmental science, trades related to construction, or other related field at an accredited college or university A valid drivers license and access to a vehicle is preferred You are eligible to work in Canada You selfidentify as an Indigenous person (First Nations, Inuit or Mtis) #J-18808-Ljbffr