To be considered for this competition you must be enrolled in a registered co-op program at a Canadian post-secondary institution, and eligible for a Work Term during the specified period. Students must upload proof of enrolment in a co-op program when completing your application.
JOB SUMMARY
This job is exclusively for Coop Students who are enrolled in a recognized post-secondary co-operative education program OR the internship program at Queen’s University.
The Planning, Infrastructure and Economic Development department is responsible for the planning and delivery of growth activities, including long range land use planning, the City’s long-term infrastructure plan, the management of capital investments, development approvals, delivering on major city-building projects and identifying opportunities to foster economic prosperity.
You are responsible for performing various activities associated with the support of planning activities, including conducting surveys, research, data analysis, and preparing documents.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Enrolment in a recognized co-operative education program in one of the following: engineering, urban planning, environmental studies, computer science or related field OR
Enrolment in the internship program at Queen’s University
No experience required
KNOWLEDGE
- Familiarity with general land use planning principles
- Knowledge of word processing, spread sheets, GIS, interpreting air photos and maps, and a familiarity with reading plans
COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Analytical and research techniques
- Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team, and to quickly adjust from one project to another
- Attention to detail
- MS Office
- Flexible
- Dependable
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
- Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.