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 - Steven Roorda
I have held a few different positions in my 30+ years as an engineering consultant, mostly with small to medium size companies. When I first arrived at Burnside a few years ago, it was refreshing to see that Burnside practices what they preach when they say, “The Difference is our People”. This means so much to me as a manager, when I can bring forward the needs of my team to ensure that everyone is taken care of. At Burnside there is consideration for everyone, whether they have been with the company for 30 years or just starting out in their career.
The culture that has been established over time and continues to develop makes it much easier to find and retain great people to work with. During the pandemic many people in the company have asked me how both I and my team are doing, stepping up to help and assist, train, console, support, or whatever may be required on both a career and a personal level. It gives me the freedom to know that I can help and grow my team as it suits each individual.
Steven Roorda Vice President, Land Development
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.