Student (Co-op) (Non-Union)

Summary

The new St. Paul’s Hospital Project (nSPH) under Providence Health Care is excited to offer a Summer 2026 Biomedical Engineering Technology (BMET) Internship position on our Equipment Planning team for a BMET student!

Following the closure of the posting, shortlisted applicants only will be contacted for phone screens. Please note we are currently only considering applications for Summer 2026.

 

Job Overview:

The nSPH Equipment Planning Team will supervise the successful applicant, and the student will be assigned various activities involved in the deployment of new equipment throughout the new hospital.  Although this position will not be working as a direct part of the Biomedical Engineering team, opportunities to work with the BMET team, other operational support teams and clinical teams is expected.

General internship activities and experiences may include:

• Planning and execution of deployment of medical and non-medical equipment. This may include unboxing, movement of equipment throughout the building.
• Exposure to activation activities as one of the largest new hospital projects in BC’s history is prepared for opening day.
• Tours of areas of the new hospital with unique technologies (e.g. medical imaging, lab, operating rooms).
• Interaction with healthcare professionals.
• Working within a new hospital construction site, both pre and post service commencement.

 

What you Bring:

• Student enrollment in a recognized Biomedical Engineering Technology diploma program is preferred.
• Recent graduates of a Biomedical Engineering Technology diploma programs may also be considered (up to 12 months from graduation date).
• Ability to work full-time in health field occupations for the entire duration of this position is required (from June through September 2026 at a minimum).

 

What We Offer:

• Competitive compensation: $20.19 to $29.16CAD per hour, depending on level of education and experience.
• Meaningful impact: Your dedication and expertise will directly impact the lives of patients, including many from marginalized communities.  Professional Training: Expand your skill set and grow your career with opportunities for hands-on learning with interdisciplinary teams, from Biomedical Engineering Technologists to clinical teams. State-of-the-art facilities:  The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities. From hospital care to primary and community health solutions, the new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will continue to lead innovations in care, research, and teaching. The new St. Paul’s Hospital is expected to open in 2027.
• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons. We value the cultural richness that our diverse workforce brings to the care of our equally diverse population of patients and residents. 

Who We Are:

Providence Health Care is one of the largest faith-based health care organizations in Canada. For the people at Providence, living our Mission, Vision and Values means providing British Columbians with compassionate, socially just, exceptional and innovative care every day.

 

From our humble roots 129 years ago, Providence has grown into globally renowned research, teaching, and care organization. As individuals within a mission-driven organization, we choose to be part of Providence Health Care because we value the organization’s long commitment to social justice and compassionate care, and its commitment to the process of Truth and Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.

 

We acknowledge that Providence Health Care and the new St. Paul’s Hospital site is located on the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples, including the territories of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.

 

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The hours of work, including start and stop times, days off, work area and work site may be subject to change consistent with operations requirements and applicable provisions of the Collective Agreement and statutes. **Testing may be required. ***A criminal record check may be required