Eight engineering graduates will get a two-year start in municipal public works through a new Niagara Region training program, with applications opening Monday, Nov. 16.
The first group will include four college and four university graduates, starting July 5, 2027, the Region announced Friday.
Applications close at midnight Nov. 30. The program is open to people graduating in 2026 or spring 2027 with a diploma or degree in engineering, engineering technology, engineering technician studies or a related field.
Trainees will complete four six-month assignments, helping with work such as infrastructure planning, inspections, research and maintenance. Possible placements include water and wastewater, transportation, waste management and construction.
The Region lists pay of $62,490 to $69,430, with work based at its Thorold headquarters and sites across Niagara.
Previous co-op, internship or summer work in engineering, public works or related fields is considered an asset.
Eligibility details and the application link are available on the Region’s engineering careers page.
