12 places hiring students this week in Ontario

Calling all students and recent graduates ready to jumpstart their careers with hands-on opportunities! This week’s job openings offer the chance to dive into exciting fields like environmental conservation, public safety, engineering, marketing and project management.

Build your skills, grow your network, and make a meaningful contribution—all while gaining invaluable experience.

Here’s who is hiring this week:

Recreation Services Assistant

The City of Toronto’s Seniors Services and Long-Term Care Division is hiring Recreation Services Assistants to implement and conduct recreation, activation, and social programs. This role supports residents in long-term care homes to live fulfilling lives through engaging programs and meaningful activities.

Location: Various locations in Toronto, including Bendale Acres, Carefree Lodge, and more (full list below)
Job Term: Part-Time, Permanent, and Temporary Vacancies (3+ positions available)
Salary: $31.58 – $34.62 per hour (2024 rates)
Vacancies: 3+
Who Can Apply: Persons residing in Ontario
Application Closing Date: Feb. 5, 2025

Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program

The Ontario Public Service is hiring students and recent graduates for its Summer Employment Opportunities program. This program offers thousands of temporary roles across various ministries, provincial agencies, and community groups, giving participants a chance to develop skills, gain work experience and expand their professional networks.

Organization: Various Ministries
Location: Any City in Ontario
Job Term: Temporary (thousands of summer student opportunities available across Ontario)
Salary: $17.20 – $18.05 per hour* (*As per the OPSEU Collective Agreement)
Vacancies: Thousands of positions
Who Can Apply: Students and recent graduates residing in Ontario
Application Closing Date: June 2

Student – Projects Assistant

Jumpstart your career by gaining valuable project management experience in the Summer Employment Opportunities program. Develop organizational, communication, and teamwork skills while supporting meaningful projects.

Location: Central Region, Downsview, Guelph, Hamilton, Kingston, London, Milton, Mississauga, North York, Oshawa, Peterborough, Scarborough, Sudbury, Thunder Bay, Toronto
Job Term: 148 temporary positions of varying contract lengths over the summer
Salary: $17.20 – $18.05 per hour
Application Deadline: Jan. 27

Student – Ontario Place Traffic Services Specialist

Contribute to public safety and visitor experience at Ontario Place as a Traffic Services Specialist. This summer position offers hands-on experience in safety, crowd control, and customer interaction in a dynamic environment.

Location: Toronto
Job Term: 20 temporary positions of varying contract lengths over the summer
Salary: $18.05 per hour
Vacancies: 20
Application Deadline: Feb. 10

Student – Information Technology Jobs

Jumpstart your IT career with the Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) program. Gain hands-on experience in IT systems, technical support, and web development while contributing to meaningful projects across Ontario.

Location: Brampton, Downsview, Dryden, Etobicoke, Garson, Guelph, Hamilton, Milton, Mississauga, North Bay, North York, Oshawa, Peterborough, St. Catharines, Toronto
Job Term: 160 temporary positions of varying contract lengths over the summer
Salary: $17.20 – $18.05 per hour
Vacancies: 160
Application Deadline: Feb. 15

Student – Information Management Jobs

Kickstart your career in information management with the Summer Employment Opportunities program. Gain valuable experience in data organization, library systems and research while contributing to meaningful projects.

Location: Hamilton, London, North York, Peterborough, Sudbury, Thunder Bay, Toronto
Job Term: 36 temporary positions of varying contract lengths over the summer
Salary: $17.20 – $18.05 per hour
Vacancies: 36
Application Deadline: Feb. 3

Student – Human Resources Assistant Positions

Gain hands-on experience in human resources as part of the Summer Employment Opportunities program. Support HR functions, diversity initiatives, and workforce planning while building essential skills and networks for your career.

Location: Kingston, London, North York, Orillia, Oshawa, Peterborough, Sudbury, Toronto
Job Term: 61 temporary positions of varying contract lengths over the summer
Salary: $17.20 – $18.05 per hour
Vacancies: 61
Application Deadline: Jan. 28

Student – Business and Finance Assistant

This position offers students a chance to gain hands-on experience in financial analysis, data entry and business processes, supporting projects and initiatives across ministries.

Organization: Various Ministries
Location: Downsview, Dryden, Fort Frances, Guelph, Hamilton, Kingston, North Bay, North York, Orillia, Oshawa, Peterborough, Sault Ste. Marie, St. Catharines, Sudbury, Thunder Bay, Toronto
Job Term: Temporary (80 positions of varying contract length over the summer)
Salary: $17.20 – $18.05 per hour
Vacancies: 80
Who Can Apply: Persons residing in Ontario
Application Closing Date: Feb. 3

Student – Assistant Victim Services Aide

The Ontario Public Service is offering summer employment opportunities for students passionate about making a difference. This role involves supporting victims and witnesses of crime, assisting with court processes, and providing administrative support to program staff.

Organization: Various Ministries
Location: Brantford, Brockville, North Bay, Toronto
Job Term: Temporary (4 positions of varying contract length over the summer)
Salary: $17.20 per hour
Vacancies: 4
Who Can Apply: Persons residing in Ontario
Application Closing Date: Jan. 28

Student – Architectural Conservation Assistant

The Ontario Public Service is offering a summer employment opportunity for students passionate about architectural conservation. This role involves inspecting heritage properties, preparing building condition reports and managing property records.

Organization: Various Ministries
Location: Toronto
Job Term: Temporary (1 position of varying contract length over the summer)
Salary: $18.05 per hour
Vacancies: 1
Who Can Apply: Persons residing in Ontario
Application Closing Date: Feb. 4

Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services

The Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry offers seasonal and temporary job opportunities supporting wildland fire management. Join an energetic team contributing to public safety and environmental protection.

Organization: Ministry of Natural Resources
Division: Provincial Services Division – Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services
Location: Various locations across Ontario
Job Term: Multiple temporary/seasonal fixed-term positions
Salary: $22.86 – $33.55 Per Hour (As per the OPSEU Collective Agreement)
Application Deadline: April 15

Student – Natural Heritage Stewardship Assistant

Develop research, organizational, and fieldwork skills while supporting natural heritage initiatives.

Location: Toronto
Job Term: 1 temporary position of varying contract length over the summer
Salary: $18.05 per hour
Application Deadline: Feb. 4