Work Alongside Professionals in the Field
Throughout each year, we provide co-op and summer employment opportunities for college and university students across our offices.
Our students are paired with a buddy throughout their co-op term, who assists them with navigating all aspects of their placement. Our work terms provide hands-on, relevant work experience in your field of study, and build business contacts in the industry.
Gain Relevant Experience in Your Field of Study
If you join us for a co-op term or for your summer job, you will be integrated with our project teams and encouraged to bring fresh ideas to the table. We will provide you with all the support you need. Our staff are friendly, and we have an inclusive environment where you will feel valued.
Learn more about how Burnside helps co-op students leverage their skills for community development.
Here are a few of the benefits for you
- Apply the theories and approaches you have learned at school
- Earn a competitive edge against other candidates upon graduation
- Improve time management, organization and communication skills
- Earn competitive wages
- Secure potential full-time employment when you graduate
- Enjoy extremely high work term satisfaction – just read our testimonials!
- Have the potential to work in the office and in the field
- Work with a smaller firm with possible opportunities to gain experience in a variety of disciplines
We have a variety of social committee events throughout the year. Our students are encouraged to attend, sometimes students volunteer to help. You might even have the opportunity to BBQ with colleagues at one of our social events – but we don’t mind if you simply want to attend to get to know more people and build connections.
Testimonial - Julia Renzoni
During my work term, I had the privilege of learning and growing within an exceptionally supportive and collaborative team. I contributed to projects involving water and wastewater infrastructure assessments and feasibility studies, which provided valuable hands-on experience in key areas of environmental engineering.
I am especially grateful for the opportunity to travel in Northern Ontario to First Nations communities and participate in real-time infrastructure assessments.
Although I began my co-op unsure about my career path, this experience has inspired me to pursue a future in the water and wastewater industry.
Julia Renzoni Neegan Burnside - Co-op Student Work Term - 2024 & 2025
We have many opportunities
Burnside is a great place to work, and we are committed to making sure that our company continues to be an employer of choice for potential candidates. We welcome resumes from all qualified candidates.