Process Engineering Intern - Buildings (Summer 2026)

Learning begins in the classroom but there’s no better place to gain real-world experience than with Stantec. Interns are an integral part of our teams, working to solve some of the world's most complex challenges.

As an intern, you’ll work alongside our experienced practitioners and with our clients and communities. This hands-on experience will equip you with practical skills, build your network, and provide opportunities that set you up for success.

Stantec Buildings is on a mission to become the world’s leading integrated design practice. Our architects, engineers, interior designers, sustainability specialists, and technologists are passionate about the power of design. We take an innovative, collaborative approach to projects, sharing a common belief that sustainable design for the built environment can make the world a better place for future generations. Join us and design your place with Stantec.

Your Opportunity

In this position as a Co-op/Summer/Intern Student, you will have the opportunity to work as part of a team of engineers and designers on multiple projects for a range of clients. This is a great opportunity for a motivated, energetic individual who wants to challenge their abilities in a dynamic work environment. 

The role of a Co-op/Summer/Intern Student is to perform a variety of assignments within the process engineering discipline under the direct supervision of a Senior Designer or Engineer. Tasks may include preparing drawings and assisting with the design of process systems to support various facility types.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with and assist Chemical and Process Engineers and Designers in the design of semiconductor facility systems, including specialty gas distribution, bulk chemical delivery, and ultrapure water (UPW) systems.
• Support development of heat and material balances to size and evaluate process and utility systems.
• Perform basic hydraulic calculations and assist with piping network modeling (e.g., Pipe-Flo) to evaluate pressure drop, flow distribution, and system capacity.
• Assist in preparing and reviewing P&IDs, process flow diagrams, and system layouts for compliance with applicable codes and engineering standards (e.g., ASME B31.3, NFPA, IFC).
• Assist in developing and reviewing safety documentation and design features for hazardous gas and chemical systems.
• Support project execution activities including submittal reviews, responses to RFIs, coordination with other disciplines, and contract document clarifications.
• Participate in construction support, commissioning, and system startup activities for high-tech manufacturing facilities.

Your Capabilities and Credentials

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under and meet tight deadlines independently and within a project team.
• Ability to solve problems using sound engineering judgment, creativity, and innovation.
• Strong work ethic and motivation to learn.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft (MS) Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of software programs including AutoCAD and Revit. Experience with ASPEN and other process modeling and simulation software packages is a plus.
• Working knowledge of fluid and heat transfer calculations.
• Commitment to a culture of safety.

Education and Experience

Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from an accredited university or similar.

This description is not a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be required of the employee and other duties, responsibilities and activities may be assigned or may be changed at any time with or without notice.

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