Intern - Climate Change Response and Sustainability
Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples (First Nation, Métis, Inuit), Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.
Looking for an exciting job opportunity that will launch your career? Halton Region’s internship program provides a paid one-year professional opportunity that allows you to gain valuable experience and build the skill set you need to build a successful career.
The internship will be onsite. The opportunity to participate in Halton's Hybrid work program may be discussed with your supervisor.
Posting ID: 3762
Department: The CAO's Office
Division: Strategic Initiatives & Government Relations
Compensation: $57,685 + 3 weeks' paid vacation and partial benefits (health & dental)
Job Type: Intern
Contract Duration: June 2, 2025 to June 5, 2026
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville (Office of the Chair)
Employee Group: MMSG
Posting Date: January 10, 2025
Application Deadline: January 31, 2025
To be eligible to apply for an intern position, you must meet the following criteria:
- Legally entitled to work in Canada.
- In possession of a Social Insurance Number at time of hire.
- You have graduated or will graduate with a recognized post-secondary degree or diploma, post-graduate certificate or diploma between January 2024 and June 2025.
Job Summary
This position is responsible for the supporting efforts and actions to advance climate change mitigation, adaptation, and sustainability efforts. We are seeking a highly motivated individual, ready to work with a dynamic team to help propel this work. The candidate will be part of a highly engaged and connected team. Learning tangible skills that advance climate response.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct research on issues that relate to climate change and sustainability.
- Support the implementation of a Climate Change Response Framework.
- Gather data, information and synthesize information.
- Prepare briefing notes, resource material as required.
- Conduct environmental scans and prepare summary reports.
- Respond to research requests.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or diploma in climate change or a related environmental field.
- Experience with climate change initiatives.
- High level of awareness of climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies and the ability to translate the work to stakeholders.
- Excellent research skills and experience with GHG emission inventories.
- Ability to work independently and be an engaged team player.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills along with strong organization, presentation and analytical skills.
Preferred
- Experience with municipal corporate and/or community climate actions plans.
Important information about your application:
- In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.
- Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at 905-825-6000 extension 7700.
- Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
- We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
- Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
- If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.
Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to the delivery of high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. As an intern at Halton, you will gain professional growth and development working alongside your mentors. You will be part of a progressive, service-focused and award winning employer.
