Planning & Infrastructure Services Summer Student

We’re looking for two (2) Summer Students to join Clarington’s Planning & Infrastructure Services team!

If you require this information in an alternate format, please contact the Accessibility Coordinator at 905-623-3379 ext. 2131.

Why Clarington

Clarington is a place of possibilities. With a population set to double by 2051, Clarington is one of the fastest-growing municipalities in Durham Region with more than 107,000 people across four urban centres and 14 hamlets. Clarington offers a perfect blend of urban living and country charm and is known for its thriving energy and agriculture sectors, historic downtowns and as a great place to live, work and play. Our people enjoy a collaborative work environment, work-life balance, and are at the forefront of community impact. We value accountability, integrity and respect, and are committed to fostering equity, inclusion and diversity in the workplace. Together, we are striving to enhance the quality of life for residents today and for future generations who call Clarington home. The future is bright – and working with the Municipality of Clarington means you can help shape it. How will you make your mark?

Position Snapshot

Clarington is growing and our workforce is, too! We are looking for two student positions, reporting to and carrying out work under the direction of the Manager of Development Review and/or the Manager of Community Planning or designate. Students will undertake and assist in carrying out research for policy projects including the Official Plan review, assisting with planning studies and research projects; processing a variety of planning applications; carrying out data collection, maintenance and analysis. They will aid the Secretary-Treasurer for the Committee of Adjustment, and will provide information, comments and advice to the Land Division Committee. The successful candidates are required to be available for the full employment period from May 12, 2025, through to August 29, 2025.

What you’ll be doing

As a Summer Student in Planning & Infrastructure, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

1. Responding to public inquiries related to planning, the Municipality’s Official Plan, Zoning By-laws and Committee of Adjustment.
2. Assisting with policy planning projects such as the Official Plan review, download of the Region of Durham Official Plan, Secondary Plans, and other policy matters.
3. Assisting with researching, processing, and reviewing a variety of planning applications.
4. Assisting with staff reports on planning matters as needed.
5. Performing Site Visits as needed.
6. Aiding the Secretary-Treasurer for the Committee of Adjustment.
7. Collaborating daily with administrative staff and other departments.
8. Performing other related duties as assigned.

What you bring

The successful candidate will have:

1. A minimum of two (2) years within a Planning Program at a post-secondary institution is preferred and a student membership with OPPI.
2. Sound writing and communication skills.
3. Proficiency working with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word as well as knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and database programs.
4. Land use planning knowledge and skills.
5. Must be legally able to work in Canada.

What we offer

Rate of Pay: $20.00 per hour.
Hour of Work: 35 hours per week.

We are an equal opportunity employer

The Municipality of Clarington is a progressive employer committed to equity, inclusion and diversity within its community and organization. We are committed to building an inclusive and barrier-free environment for our team. We are pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process or in performing your position, should you be selected, please contact the Human Resources Division at careers@clarington.net.

Additional information and requirements

Pre-employment testing for this position may include written and oral testing, to assist in determining the successful applicant. A passing score will be considered to be 60% on each test with the highest score considered in the award. Prior to starting the position, the successful candidate must provide, at their own expense, the following:

1. Must possess and maintain a valid Ontario Driver’s License Class “G” and access to reliable transportation.
2. A current (with the last 180 days) satisfactory criminal reference check, directly from a Canadian Police Information Centre. Criminal Records Checks from third party agencies are not acceptable. Applicants who have been employed with the Municipality within the last year and have provided a criminal reference check within the last 365 days are exempt from providing another criminal reference check.

Privacy

Applicant information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act, 2001 and the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the purpose of evaluating the applicant. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Municipal Clerk, 40 Temperance Street, Bowmanville, ON L1C 3A6 or by phone at 905-623-3379 ext. 2109.

Ready to apply?

Please submit your application online by April 9, 2025, at 11:59 PM. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those under consideration will be contacted.