Job Description

Who Can Apply?:

Internal (DCC Employees) and External (General Public)

Salary Range:

$43,360 - $56,367

Employment status:

Casual

Term Length:

4 Months

Security Level:

Secret

Language Requirement:

English Essential

Closing Date:

27/02/2026

Country:

Canada

Student Employment Opportunities

2026 Spring/Summer Student

Are you an engineering or engineering technology, environmental sciences or project management student interested in the construction management field?

Are you excited by the prospect of supporting infrastructure projects at one of Canada's military bases in Ontario?

We are looking for students in the above-mentioned fields of study who have strong critical thinking, writing, and interpersonal skills to join one of our site office teams.

Defence Construction Canada (DCC) is a dynamic and fast-paced Crown corporation. Our more than 1000 employees--all civilians--work in offices across the country, often co-located on military bases. Our clients include the Canadian Forces and the Department of National Defence's infrastructure and environment programs. Our corporate values are dedication, collaboration, competence, and fairness. These values guide our actions, the way we make decisions and how we conduct our business. To help us lead the way, we are looking for open minded, highly motivated, ready to learn, and reliable individuals.


As part of DCC's ongoing efforts to recruit a diverse workforce, the National Student Program offers students a 2-4-month work experience term. This is a great opportunity for students to be exposed to a work environment and to expand their skills. We are excited to have several opportunities in Ontario at the following locations:


Kingston Trenton Borden (Barrie)


Toronto Petawawa North Bay

What You Can Expect

You will build a network of colleagues in a variety of disciplines who are passionate about the work they do and will lead and mentor you in a high-performing environment. Successful candidates will gain office and field experience in construction, environmental and/or project management work, and may support in the following tasks:

Monitoring tasks related to inspection, environmental/construction contracts, and control of materials Checking compliance with contractual requirements and reporting deviations Maintaining records, schedules and documents, and preparing standard reports Supporting renovation and new construction projects Participating in the tendering phases of construction and/or environmental contracts by reviewing plans and specifications Participating in consultant, construction and staff meetings

Your salary

The remuneration for post-secondary students will align with the pay rates established by the Government of Canada's Treasury Board guidelines. Compensation will be determined by the student's academic level and experience.


Hourly pay scale for post-secondary students: $19.50-$29.15/hr. For detailed information, please refer to the Treasury Board student salary ranges.

What We Are Looking For

Good judgement, positive attitude and flexible nature Knowledge of computer software programs Strong communication, interpersonal and writing skills Attention to detail The ability to work independently

Who We Are Looking For

You meet the minimum age requirement to work in Ontario You are currently enrolled in engineering, engineering technology, environmental science, or related field at an accredited college or university A valid drivers license and access to a vehicle is preferred You are eligible to work in Canada

To begin a career with Defence Construction Canada (DCC), you must be a Canadian Citizen or a permanent resident of Canada. As a condition of employment with DCC, a minimum reliability security status clearance is required and some roles may require secret security status clearance.

DCC is responsible for the Personnel Security Clearance process. Typically to be eligible for a "Reliability" clearance, you must have five years of verifiable background information and to be eligible for a "Secret" clearance, you must have 10 years of verifiable background information. The process usually involves reference inquiries, verification of qualifications, criminal records checks, and credit checks (as required) and may require fingerprints. For more information about obtaining a security clearance, please review the Standard on Security Screening.


The appropriate security clearance is a condition of employment and it is the candidate's or employee's responsibility to ensure, they are able to obtain and maintain their required security level clearance to begin or continue their employment with DCC. Failure to obtain or maintain, the appropriate level of security clearance means either the candidate or employee will not receive a job offer, the conditional offer will be rendered null and void or their employment will be terminated with cause. A thorough security clearance process will be applied to all candidates or employees considered for an appointment; this process includes inquiries, verifications and assessments regarding matters such as, but not limited to:

criminal record checks


reference checks


previous employment


open source checks


credit/financial status

DCC's Code of Business Conduct (Code) is a condition of employment. It serves to enhance public confidence in the integrity of DCC Employees and provides clarity to Employees on a number of issues, including real or perceived conflicts of interest. Before applying to this (or any) position at DCC, candidates shall familiarize themselves with the Code, because new employees are required to certify that they have read, understood, and agreed to observe the Code upon commencing work at DCC. Employees are further required to review their obligations under the Code and notify the President's Office of any changes in their circumstances at the earliest possible opportunity, and to complete the Annual Update once a year.



Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace!


At DCC, we are committed to ensuring everyone has a voice and can be their authentic selves in our workplace. We actively encourage applications from all, including but not limited to, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. We also welcome applications from those who are not Canadian citizens who are eligible to work in Canada and have at least 5 years of verifiable background information.


DCC's goal is to provide barrier-free access to employment opportunities and workspaces for employees and candidates. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Should you require accommodation, please email careers@dcc-cdc.gc.ca.