Urban Solutions Intern, Summer

Requisition ID: 93788 

Job Category: Campus 

Location: Mississauga, ON, Canada 
 

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you!

 

Looking to get the most out of your upcoming internship?

Hatch is seeking a highly motivated Urban Solutions Intern with interests in urban planning and design, transportation, geography, and economics for a 4-month internship starting in May 2025. Reporting to the Director of Urban Solutions, Infrastructure, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with other planners, designers, engineers, architects, and economists across our global offices, while working from our Mississauga and Toronto locations.

What Will an Internship at Hatch Offer You: 

You will:

• Be given opportunities to contribute to complex projects around the world in meaningful ways.
• Work on problems and gain experience relevant to your field of study in an office environment.
• Collaborate with diverse teams locally and globally.
• Work in an exciting environment where you can apply your academic learning on a daily basis.
• Benefit from formal and informal mentorship from some of the leading minds and authorities in the industry.
• Participate in local Lunch and Learns, Hatch Charity Events, the triannual Student Showcase, and more to develop your skills.
• Join in charitable, social, and sports activities with other Hatch employees.

We’re entrepreneurs with a technical soul. Our flat organizational structure creates an atmosphere of openness and participation. We build practical solutions that are safe, innovative, and sustainable. Our ultimate goal is to achieve no harm for our people, our clients, and our communities.

As part of the Urban Solutions team, you will:

• Act like an owner and contribute to complex projects in meaningful ways;
• Gain experience both in the office and on-site, as projects permit;
• Collaborate with diverse teams both locally and globally;
• Apply your academic learning on a daily basis;
• Benefit from informal mentorship from some of the leading minds in urban development and design in Canada and internationally;
• Participate in lunch & learns, Student Showcase, Sustainability Week, Toastmasters, and other enriching seminars to develop your skills;
• Join charitable, social, and sports activities with other Hatch employees.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to projects, from ideation and proposals to delivery and completion;
• Applying and developing knowledge in various Urban Solutions areas, including transit-oriented development, urban planning and design, mobility solutions, and sustainability;
• Preparing technical documents and reports, including writing, mapping, and visualizations;
• Performing and circulating news scans to keep yourself and the team up-to-date on relevant events;
• Presenting your work to relevant team members and clients; and
• Assisting leadership, managers, and colleagues as needed, etc.

Your educational and experiential qualifications should include:

• Enrollment in Urban Planning, Urban Design, Transportation Planning, Economics, Civil Engineering, Business, Geography, or a relevant program from an accredited university;
• Good academic standing;
• Interest in urban and transit development as a career;
• Extracurriculars and knowledge or experience in a consultancy environment undertaking urban development projects will be considered an asset.

Competencies you should possess to be successful in this role include:

• Ability to think critically and creatively to create solutions for our clients’ toughest challenges;
• Quick learning and interest to take on new challenges;
• Collaboration and being a team player with excellent interpersonal skills;
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to accuracy and detail;
• Strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Strong mathematical and data analysis skills (including using Excel); and
• Strong design skills (including Adobe Illustrator and InDesign), etc.
• Performing geospatial analyses using GIS software will be considered an asset.

We look forward to hearing from you! Please submit your resume and optionally, a short cover letter explaining why you’re passionate about urban development or any additional materials (such as a portfolio, project work, authored articles) that could help us understand you better through your application. We may request an unofficial or official transcript during the hiring process.

Note: Applicants must submit a transcript (official or unofficial) upon application.

Why join us?

• Work with great people to make a difference
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions
• Top employer

What we offer you?

• Flexible work environment
• Long term career development
• Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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