Population growth, climate change, and aging infrastructure are some of the big challenges that today’s civil engineers tackle in the quest for smart cities and a sustainable future. As a civil engineer, you’ll lead the creation, maintenance, and management of the large-scale infrastructure we all depend upon.
During your six paid co-op work terms, you can test drive different career options. Work for major construction and engineering companies, get experience with local or provincial governments, or spend a term abroad.
This is a degree with lots of flexibility. You’ll have access to a wide range of electives, allowing you to customize your education to suit your interests and career goals.
By the end of your degree, you’ll be ready to design, analyze, construct, and manage everything from airports and skyscrapers to bridges, transportation networks, municipal water systems, and more.
Co-op
By alternating school terms and paid co-op work terms throughout your degree, you can explore new career areas and types of employers as your career interests evolve.
Sample co-op job titles
What can you do with a degree in Civil Engineering?
Waterloo Civil Engineering graduates often pursue careers where they oversee projects focusing on planning, design, and construction of the large-scale infrastructures around us.
Recent graduates
Possible professional designation
September 2025
Faculty of Engineering
Engineering 7 (E7), Room: 7302,
WATERLOO,
Ontario (ON),
N2L 3G1, Canada
Applicants must have completed a Ontario high school diploma or equivalent.
Ontario students: six Grade 12 U and/or M courses including
Admission averages: Individual selection from the high 80s
English language requirement:
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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