Wildlife & Aquatics Student

Montrose Environmental Group

5d • $21 - $27

About The Position

OUR PURPOSE Be part of the Future of Environmental Solutions. At Montrose Environmental we help protect the air we breathe, the water we drink, and the soil that feeds us. Our teammates collaborate across services, disciplines, and geographies to solve environmental challenges together – motivated to do better for our clients, each other, and the communities where we live and work. We deliver responsive, locally connected, and scalable solutions to help our clients achieve their ambitious goals for a more sustainable and resilient future. WHO WE ARE Montrose is a leading environmental solutions company focused on supporting commercial and government organizations as they deal with the challenges of today and prepare for what’s coming tomorrow. In Canada, we are one of the leading providers of environmental consulting and engineering services and part of a global network of teammates across 100+ locations around the world. OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION Our team is made up of diverse people working collaboratively towards common goals. We value the contributions and perspectives of all employees and are committed to equity and diversity initiatives to create a feeling of belonging for all of our people. When we are inclusive and diverse in a way that reflects the broader world we serve, we are able to draw from a wider community of excellence within the regions we operate. Are you looking to… Support aquatics and wildlife projects, which will include field programs as a crew second Have autonomy and the opportunity to interact and work with a community of technical experts from other Montrose regions. Partner with extensive, long-standing clients such as municipal governments, conservation authorities, academia, and private industry. Join a well-respected environmental consulting company engaged in interesting, dynamic work As a Aquatics & Wildlife Co-op or Summer Student, you will join our Calgary or Edmonton, Alberta offices as part of our Western Aquatics & Wildlife team for a 4 or 8-month term starting May 2026. The successful applicant will be involved in a broad range of soil, vegetation, wetlands and wildlife projects with responsibilities as follows:

Requirements

• Must be enrolled in terrestrial ecology, biology, environmental science, renewable resource management or similar technical or undergraduate program at a recognized post-secondary institution
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• A valid class 5 driver’s license with no restrictions
• Cares about their safety and the safety of others
• Brings knowledge of terrestrial sciences and assessment practices
• Works easily in a team
• Is thoughtful, thorough and inquisitive in completing office and field tasks
• Has energy and desire to support others and respond to the changing needs of a dynamic environment
• Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with off-highway vehicles (i.e., ARGO, UTV) and trailer towing would be considered an asset

Responsibilities

• Active participation in maintaining Montrose’s strong safety culture
• Assist with the coordination and execution of aquatics and wildlife surveys
• Assist with field survey data management
• Assist with the preparation of reports
• Travel, often to remote locations, will be required to carry out field programs.

Benefits

• comprehensive compensation package, which includes benefits, RRSP matching, vacation days and sick days
• flexible work hours and schedules
• team-based work
• cross-training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees