Summer Student

Department

Student & Co-Op Placements

Affiliation

Non-Union

Compensation Range

$ $19.55

Job Summary

The Town is currently looking for Summer Students to work in the Operations & Environmental Services Department.

Job Duties Include

The position is responsible for assisting in the administration of the Town of Ajax infrastructure inspection program and will work closely with the Asset Management Technologist to perform inspections of municipal infrastructure assets, collect asset information, assign conditional assessment values, and identify hazards and deficiencies. As necessary, the student may update asset inventories, perform minor contract layout, assist in contract administration, assist construction inspector with payment measurements, perform inspections as assigned. 

Qualifications/Skills

• Candidates must be enrolled in a Civil Engineering related program on a full-time basis both before and after the summer vacation period (see proof of enrollment requirement below), or enrolled in a co-op program where the completion of civil engineering related work experience is a pre-requisite to graduation.
• Excellent customer service and good interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to deal with the public courteously and efficiently.
• Strong communication skills, able to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions.
• Able to provide a Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check that is satisfactory to the Town.
• Students hired to drive Town vehicles will be required to hold a valid "G" driver's license and have a clean driving record.
• Candidates must be physically able to perform all duties including heavy lifting, prolonged standing and walking on uneven surfaces.
• Candidates are expected to work in all weather conditions.

Term of Employment

• May 4, 2026 to August 28, 2026
• Candidates must be available to work the entire four (4) month period.
• Must be available to work 40 hours per week.

Proof of Enrollment in Post Secondary Education

To be eligible for a summer student position with the Town of Ajax you must be currently enrolled in post-secondary studies in college or university. Documentation of school enrollment is required. The Town will accept any of the following to verify enrollment in a college or university program:

• Registrar's letter confirming enrollment and academic eligibility for the next semester;
• Letter confirming your anticipated graduation date;
• Letter indicating that you have more credits left to complete in your current degree;
• Letter confirming your application to a program next term/semester at a post-secondary education establishment.

Documents required upon accepting the position, if hired

• Proof of student status (see requirement above);
• SIN card or official documentation from the CRA (including Work Permit, if applicable);
• Void cheque or direct deposit information;
• Copy of your driver's license;
• Current (dated within 6 months) Criminal Record Check that is satisfactory to the Town of Ajax.

Criminal Record Check

• Applicants are advised that a Criminal Record Check will be required prior to being hired into the summer student position.
• For information on how to apply for a Criminal Record Check, please visit the Durham Regional Police Service ) website or the police service in your area.
• Please note that police record checks completed by a third-party company (i.e. Certn Canada) will not be accepted.

How to Apply

If this opportunity matches your interest and experience, please click the "Apply" button above and apply by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date:

January 10, 2026

Are you a current Town of Ajax employee?

If you are a current Town of Ajax, please apply internally through the Jobs Hub app of your Workday account in order for your application to be processed as an internal applicant.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Ajax is committed to employment equity and building a workplace where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, especially those who have been historically excluded, including Black and Indigenous people, racialized communities, disabled persons, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, and others facing systemic inequities. If selected for an interview, you will be provided with an opportunity to indicate your access needs. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and respectful hiring process.

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Personal information collected through the recruitment process will be used solely to determine eligibility for employment. We thank all candidates in advance; however, only those being considered for an interview will be contacted.

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