Congratulations to our newly graduated employees!

As New Brunswick’s largest employer of NBCC graduates and a continued supporter of University of New Brunswick, J.D. Irving, Limited (JDI) is committed to investing in our next generation. Keeping and growing talented young people, here at home, with rewarding career opportunities is important to us. Our goal is to recruit and grow new graduates with leadership potential, offering them the chance to step directly into a full-time role and continue to focus on their personal growth and development - beyond the classroom.

We are excited to be welcoming and celebrating the accomplishments of our new graduates! All 32 students were offered jobs before they graduated and 28 students were hired because of their great contributions to our teams during their previous work terms with JDI, growing not only a stronger workforce but an opportunity for our local economy to flourish.

Caitlin Pepper

Reliability Engineer, Irving Pulp and Paper in Saint John, NB
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, University of New Brunswick

“Being hired before graduation is a huge relief. It takes away the stress and worry of searching for a job during the school year. It is an honour to go from being a student to securing a full-time engineering position.”

Darien Edison

Careers in Motion Leadership Program, Transportation and Logistics Division in Saint John, NB

Mechanical Engineering Program, University of New Brunswick

“Having a job before graduating university gave me peace of mind heading into my final year of school, allowing me to focus on my studies, learning, and extra-curricular involvement.”

Joshua Bowes

Business Improvement Analyst, Transportation and Logistics Division in Saint John, NB

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, University of New Brunswick

“Securing a job offer with JDI before graduating was both relieving and exciting. It took away many of the unknowns a student may face nearing graduation and allowed me to focus on my studies throughout my final year.”

Emily Richard 

Accounting Associate, Sawmills Division in Saint John, NB 

Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in Accounting, University of New Brunswick 

“Securing a job prior to graduation allowed me to fully embrace my final year of university. It gave me the opportunity to focus on my studies and work to the best of my ability knowing I was able to put my academic knowledge to use in the near future.”

Dylan Hubble 

Business Analyst, JDI IT in Saint John, NB

Bachelor of Computer Science, University of New Brunswick

“I did not have to worry and stress about hunting for a job. As well I knew that I would enjoy coming to work full-time at JDI IT as I was familiar with the JDI companies and knew it was a good spot to work.”

Olivia Smith

Jr. Naval Architect Engineer, Fleetway in Halifax, NS

Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering, Memorial University of Newfoundland

“I consider having a job offer before graduation to be a major accomplishment, especially from JDI. I was very excited to have received my job offer with Fleetway shortly after my final work term as this showed mutual benefit in my semester with Fleetway as a student and kept me at ease while finishing my studies as the stress of a job search was no longer on my plate.”

Vincent Rioux

Block Planner, Woodlands Division in Northern NB

Bachelor of Forest Management, Université de Moncton 

“Having a job offer before graduating meant I could not only focus on my studies, but it also offered me the ease of mind knowing I had a terrific employment opportunity in the Northern New Brunswick region, which I fell in love with during my time at university.”

Nicole Howe

Power Engineer Relief, Irving Pulp and Paper in Saint John, NB

Power Engineering Technology Program, NBCC Saint John

“It was a huge relief to have a job offer before graduating school. I could really focus the last couple months of school on my studies without worrying about the job market.”

Dominic Steele 

Power Engineer Relief, Irving Pulp and Paper in Saint John, NB

Mechanical Technician Program, NBCC Saint John

“Being offered a job before graduating was a huge weight off my shoulders, knowing that I have a good job waiting for me. I can’t wait to start my career and add to what I’ve learned in these past few years.”

Vitor Barbosa 

Pricing Analyst, Cavendish Farms in Dieppe, NB

Business Administration Accounting Program, NBCC

“Receiving a job offer before my graduation is a big achievement, and it brings me a mix of feelings, feeling of proud, happiness and excitement. Proud in knowing that every minute and all effort put on my studies were worth it, happiness to have this stage of my career done before graduating and excitement to join a company that valuated my studies and my previous experience as a major asset.”

Jacob Seale 

Power Engineer Relief, Irving Pulp and Paper in Saint John, NB

Power Engineering Technology Program, NBCC Saint John

“Having a job before graduating makes me feel accomplished. Going back to school as a mature student was a big decision and it feels great to be able to join the team at Irving Pulp and Paper.”

Thomas Munro

Accounting Associate, Irving Shipbuilding in Halifax, NS

Bachelor of Commerce, Dalhousie University

“It is exciting to have a position and full support through the CPA program from JDI before graduating. This opportunity allowed me to excel in my remaining academic terms with confidence and minimal stress.”

Jazmyn Suelzle

Junior Engineer, Irving Shipbuilding in Halifax, NS

Mechanical Engineering, Dalhousie University

“To me, being hired before graduation allowed me to really focus on my final year of school – it was a huge weight lifted off my shoulders given how uncertain and competitive the job market is right now!”

Kaala Ritchie-Griffith 

Power Engineer Relief, Irving Pulp and Paper in Saint John, NB

Power Engineering Technology Program, NBCC Saint John

“While on a work term, I was able to witness the inspiring workplace culture within JDI and the limitless learning opportunities. I couldn’t be more excited to join the team where I can gain the experience to develop my career in the field, I’m passionate about with a company that truly values their employees.”

Jeremie McIntyre 

Sales Representative, Kent Homes in Bouctouche, New Brunswick (NB)

Bachelor of Business Administration with a major in Marketing, Université de Moncton

“Having a job before graduating was an opportunity in which I’ll forever be grateful. It gave me the chance to enjoy my final year stress free even though school was online.”

Roch Deschenes

Continuous Improvement Analyst, St Leonard Sawmill in Saint-Léonard, NB

Mechanical Engineering Program, Université de Moncton

“For me, having a job offered before graduation meant peace of mind. The assurance of having a job lined up right after graduating has permitted me to study and focus on my university project without being worried.”

Stephane Lavoie

Harvesting Supervisor, Woodlands Division in Northern NB

Bachelor of Forest Management, Université de Moncton

“Receiving a job offer before graduation was definitely a huge confidence booster for me. It allowed myself to not be worried about finding a job after graduation, which I felt might have been stressful having two kids in their teen years.”

Ian Drysdale 

Strategic Business Intelligence Analyst, Corporate Irving Group Moncton in Dieppe, NB

Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance, Acadia University

“Finishing school knowing I had a job offer meant a lot to me. It made me feel confident in my future and confident in my abilities as a new graduate. Getting an offer from JDI made me proud of the work I put in during my time at Acadia.”

Kristen McKinley

Human Resources Assistant, Kent Building Supplies in Saint John, NB

Bachelor of Business Administration, Saint Francis Xaiver University

“The opportunity to be employed with JDI before graduation, has given me the validation that the hard work put into my studies and efforts in team building have paid off and provided me opportunities to work in an organization like JDI.”

Alec McOnie 

Junior Engineer, Irving Shipbuilding in Halifax, Nova Scotia (NS)

Bachelor of Industrial Engineering, Dalhousie University

“Graduating with a job meant I had much more security in my final year of engineering. I was able to focus entirely on my studies and final project without the added stress of job hunting.”

Cole Yarn 

Jr. Naval Architect Engineer, Fleetway in Halifax, NS

Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering, Memorial University of Newfoundland

“Having employment secured before graduation for me was a huge relief. With COVID-19 causing the job market to be fairly poor, having that security before graduation allowed me to dedicate my full focus to my last semester of university without having to stress about whether or not I will be able to find a job.”

Jay Rennie

Jr. Mechanical Technologist, Fleetway in Ottawa, Ontario

Mechanical Engineering Technology Program, Algonquin College

“Having a job offer before graduation was a great relief and helped relieve stress during my final semester and exams. This let me solely focus on my education to learn to the fullest extent.”

Justin Drapeau 

Junior PDM Analyst, Irving Shipbuilding in Halifax, NS

Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience, Dalhousie University

“Receiving a job offer before graduation allowed me to focus on completing my education and achieving my academic goals without the added stress of finding work within the ever-changing job market during COVID-19.”

Madeline Capone 

Jr. ILS Analyst, Fleetway in Halifax, NS

Bachelor of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Western University

“Having a job opportunity before graduation allowed me to easily transition to the working world, and Fleetway has helped me tremendously with that transition.”

Megan Nolan 

Junior Engineer, Irving Shipbuilding in Halifax, NS

Ocean and Naval Architectural Engineering, Memorial University of Newfoundland

“I feel so incredibly lucky to have been working as a co-op student with Irving Shipbuilding throughout my last semester of school. Being able to get in the office, network and build relationships all during the last stretch of my degree has been essential in ensuring I was set for success.”

Connor Herne 

Reliability Engineer, Irving Tissue in Macon, Georgia (GA)

Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mercer University

“Since I have been an Intern with JDI for 1 year, I get the benefits of having a full-time job right out of school without the unknowns that come with starting a new job. It is a great position to be in.”

Maddison Dockum 

Jr Manufacturing Engineer, Irving Tissue in Fort Edward, New York (NY)

Mechanical Engineering, University of Buffalo

“Having this job offered to me before graduating from college allowed me to feel very confident in what I learned throughout my time as a mechanical engineering student and like all those years of hard work and dedication were not just a waste.”

Kayla Mamrick

Utilities Engineer, Irving Tissue in Macon, GA

Biomedical Engineering, Mercer University

“Having a job offer before graduating school means having a lot of peace of mind. I was able to focus all of my energy to finishing senior year strong without worrying about what my steps after graduation would be.”

Keegan Reynolds 

Data Analyst, JDI IT in Saint John, NB

Economics, University of Waterloo

“Knowing that the job that I was going into was perfect for my skillset, it gave me confidence to continue to advance my learning and put myself in the best possible situation to succeed academically and professionally.”

Parag Nikam

Junior Reliability Engineer, Irving Tissue in Fort Edward, NY

MS in Mechanical Engineering, Michigan Technology University

“I am grateful to get a position I am passionate about and work that I enjoy. It feels like all the hard work I put in during my academic life has paid off.”

Congratulations to all our hired before graduation co-workers, we look forward to having you join our team!

We are hiring! To apply for a student position or full-time role with one of our diverse operations, visit careers.jdirving.com.