What if you could redefine what's possible?
Et si vous pouviez redéfinir ce qui est possible? Avec nous, c'est possible.

With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science-based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers.
We are WSP

The Opportunity

Your Impact Starts Here.

As a Student Lab Technician, you will gain hands-on laboratory experience while supporting environmental, materials, and infrastructure projects across the region. Working alongside experienced technicians and technologists, you will apply what you are learning in school to real-world testing and analysis that helps build healthier, more resilient communities.

This role is ideal for students or recent graduates who are curious, detail-oriented, and eager to grow their technical skills in a professional laboratory environment.

Your Impact

In this role, you will:

• Support routine laboratory testing by following established methods and quality procedures
• Prepare, label, and process samples for chemical, physical, or geotechnical analysis
• Operate standard laboratory equipment under supervision and assist with basic maintenance
• Follow health, safety, and quality protocols to help ensure accurate and reliable results
• Record observations and results clearly in logs, templates, and digital systems
• Assist senior staff by organizing samples, maintaining clean work areas, and supporting day-to-day lab operations

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Currently enrolled in a college diploma or certificate in environmental technology, chemistry, materials science, or a related program
• Academic, co-op, internship, or part-time laboratory experience where attention to detail and following procedures were essential
• Familiarity with basic lab equipment such as balances, ovens, sieves, and pH meters
• Ability to safely lift and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs as part of routine laboratory work
• A strong interest in hands-on technical work, with a commitment to safety, quality, and teamwork

Why Choose WSP?

We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
• Proudly Canadian - we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds - your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it's across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition - because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance - we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
#WeAreWSP

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $22.00 - $25.50
MB & ON: $20.50-$24.00
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $19.50- $23.00

Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

Ready to Shape the Future?

Join a team where your learning, curiosity, and attention to detail contribute to meaningful projects that make a real difference - while helping you build a strong foundation for your career.At WSP, we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.

It's why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what's possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.

As one of the world's leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.

At WSP, you'll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.

Join us.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here .

Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here .