Geoscience Intern

About the job

Are you a recent earth and environmental or engineering graduate eager to advance your career with a dedicated, community-focused, award-winning company? Tatham Engineering offers the opportunity to join a supportive team that values mentorship and provides challenging, rewarding work. Put your knowledge and experience to meaningful use in an environment where collaboration and learning from experienced professionals are encouraged.

We are seeking a Geoscience Intern to work with our Hydrogeology and Geoenvironmental group based out of our Guelph office. This position can work in a hybrid working arrangement.

The successful applicant will be responsible for hydrogeological investigations to support multi-disciplinary projects in a variety of fields, including aggregate resource monitoring and compliance, construction dewatering assessments and permitting, wastewater treatment/water supply, and supporting Tatham’s municipal and land development projects.

The ideal candidate will have experience using ESRI ArcGIS to prepare geological mapping and complete spatial analyses for the Hydrogeology and Geoenvironmental team.

Key Responsibilities

Design and preparation of maps drawings Arc GIS software and AutoCAD Civil 3D and

Responsible for the collection of hydrogeological data

Logging of soil and rock cores

Field technician duties as part of our surface and groundwater monitoring programs, including collection of samples, borehole permeability testing, Guelph Permeameter testing, and constant/stepped rate pump tests

Groundwater monitoring well installations

Groundwater and surface water level monitoring

Collection of surface water and groundwater samples

Collection of surface water flows, and reporting

Assist with report writing and project coordination

Assist with compiling and analyzing geological and hydrogeological data

Key Position Requirements

Degree or diploma in Geoscience or Civil/Environmental Engineering, Geographic Information Systems or Civil Engineering Technology

Eligibility to register as a Professional Geoscientist or Engineer

Preferred to have working knowledge of Arc GIS

Working knowledge of AutoCAD/Civil 3D

Ability to work independently in both field and office environments with strong attention to detail and organizational and problem-solving skills

Understanding of relevant legislation, guidelines and standards including but not limited to the Ontario Water Resources Act, Provincial Water Quality Objectives, and/or O.Reg.153/04 (as amended)

Strong communication, organizational and time management skills

Strong technical and analytical skills

Ability to work in a team structure and/or independently

Competency with MS Office suite of applications

Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel

How To Apply

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We thank all candidates for applying, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why Tatham?

At Tatham, our key values are reflected in everything we do. We aim to be the engineering consulting firm of choice by upholding our core values: Service, Communication, Teamwork, Relationships & Community. Our company has experienced significant growth by putting these values into action.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation, benefits, health spending account, RRSP matching and profit sharing

Flexible work arrangements and work-life balance

Paid volunteer opportunities

Vacation starting at 3 weeks minimum for all positions – prorated in the first year

Challenging and rewarding work on notable projects

Professional development, training, mentorship program and career progression opportunities

Reimbursement for annual professional dues

Collaborative and engaging workplace environment

Regular office/team socials and recreational outings, including an activity allowance for approved events

Shareholder opportunities

Company Information

Tatham Engineering is a Canadian employee-owned, consulting engineering firm that specializes in Coastal, Land Development, Municipal, Structural (Buildings and Bridges), Transportation, Water Resources, Water & Wastewater, Electrical and Mechanical engineering, and provides specialized services in Air & Noise, Climate Resilience and Hydrogeology. The firm was founded in Collingwood, Ontario, in 1988 and currently employs over 190 staff with branch offices in Barrie, Bracebridge, Guelph, Orillia and Ottawa.

Tatham is proud to be recognized as one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers of 2025 and Canada’s Top Small & Medium Employers of 2025!

Industries:Civil Engineering

Function: Civil Engineering