Internship

The role – what you’ll do

Barr is seeking a geotechnical engineering intern to join our innovative and collaborative team of 90+ geotechnical engineers and geologists. In this hybrid role, you will support the Engineering and Design business unit, working with multidisciplinary project teams and providing geotechnical engineering and related technical expertise. Work may include tasks related to geotechnical computer modeling and fieldwork to gain real-life, hands-on experience.

A successful person in this role is motivated and emphasizes client service by providing quality deliverables. They enjoy working independently and as part of a team, using their expertise and technical skills to add to each project. They are flexible in working with their project teams and are willing to occasionally modify schedules to meet project deadlines and/or client needs. Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, excellent organizational skills, including scheduling, prioritizing, and follow-up, are key to success. Additionally, this role requires the ability to effectively present technical information to diverse audiences.

Your impact – key responsibilities

• Field support: provide on-site support for construction observation, material testing, surveying, and subsurface investigations. Perform geotechnical field investigations including collecting field samples and performing field logging of exploratory test borings.

• Technical knowledge: performing basic engineering calculations and analysis, developing details of design, assisting in the design of solutions, monitoring construction projects, and preparing drawings, specifications, and sketches.

• Project management support: assist with planning, coordinating, and executing projects. Help ensure project milestones are met and provide regular updates to project managers and clients. 

• Communication: demonstrate strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with project team members and clients.

• Interpersonal savvy: effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to align technical work with project objectives while fostering strong, productive working relationships.

About the opportunity

• Timeline: this internship opportunity runs for approximately three months starting in the spring of 2026. Start and end dates are flexible to accommodate class schedules, finals, and holidays.

• Compensation: anticipated range of $22.66–28.90/hour. Compensation will vary based on relevant experience, education, skill level, and other compensable factors.

• Hybrid: a hybrid work arrangement may be considered for this position. A hybrid work arrangement refers to splitting time worked between a Barr office and a home office. This position is based out of Barr's Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada office.

• Travel expectation: willingness to travel and periodically adjust personal schedule to meet project needs.

• Work environment: ability to work in locations that have rough terrain typical of construction sites with limited accessibility, moving machinery, and other conditions typical of industrial facilities. Candidates must be able to perform job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

About you – required core competencies

• Education: ongoing enrollment in a geotechnical or civil (with a geotechnical emphasis) degree program and coursework or research related to mine tailings and tailings storage facilities, dam engineering, or advanced soil mechanics. Must have a minimum of one full-time semester of undergraduate or graduate coursework remaining after the internship and have taken at least two semesters of physics and three semesters of mathematics.

• Software: Microsoft Windows OS and Microsoft Office software.

• Driver’s license: possession of a current, valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record. Ability to rent a vehicle for out-of-town assignments.

• Must be legally authorized to work in Canada without the need for sponsorship from Barr Ltd., now or in the future

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About us - why choose Barr

At Barr, you'll join a community of engineers, scientists, and professionals who will help you achieve your ambitions and build a meaningful, rewarding career. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to clients who value Barr's tailored solutions and commitment to exceptional service.

As part of our employee-owned firm, you'll contribute to a culture of commitment and camaraderie where staff can thrive as professionals. We value diverse perspectives and experiences and believe an inclusive workplace is critical to our success.

To learn more about Barr's culture and values, visit: https://www.barr.com/Careers/Our-culture