Summer Student - Transportation Planning Assistant
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.
As a summer student at Halton, you will gain the experience you need to build a bright future by working alongside experts in their field.
This summer student position will be onsite. The opportunity to participate in Halton’s Hybrid work program may be discussed with your supervisor.
Posting ID: 4731
Department: Public Works
Division: Infrastructure & Environmental Services
Pay Range:
1st Term - $20.61
2nd Term - $21.64
3rd Term - $22.72
4th Term - $23.86
Job Type: Student
Contract Duration: May 4, 2026 to August 28, 2026
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Work Location: Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville (Public Works)
Employee Group: OCT
Posting Date: December 15, 2025
Application Deadline: January 5, 2026
To be eligible to apply for a summer student position, you must meet the following criteria:
- Legally entitled to work in Canada as a student.
- In possession of a Social Insurance Number (card) at time of hire.
- Currently enrolled in a post-secondary educational institution on a full-time basis and returning to school in the fall of 2026.
Job Summary
Under the supervision of a Transportation Planning Project Manager, the successful candidate will provide support to the team on active projects, which may include creating/editing presentations, research assignments, traffic and costing analysis, graphics support and other related tasks. The successful candidate will also be assigned a series of Best Practice Scans which will be undertaken independently through internet research. This will be summarized in a final report and presented to the Transportation Planning team at the end of the work term.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Undertake Best Practice internet research scans for a variety of transportation planning related matters.
- Develop a summary report and present findings to the Transportation Planning team.
- Assist with the delivery of transportation-related Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Studies and Feasibility Studies.
- Coordinate and provide general support to senior staff regarding transportation planning matters (i.e. data management, information research, filing, creating graphics and PowerPoint presentations).
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential
- Education in the field of Transportation/Civil Engineering or Transportation Technology.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Computer skills (MS office, including Excel and PowerPoint).
- Excellent organizational skills.
Preferred
- Knowledge of Municipal Class Environmental Assessment process.
- Knowledge of traffic analysis principles.
- Knowledge of traffic demand modeling principles.
- Knowledge of road design principles.
Working/ Employment Conditions
Working Conditions
- Work from Home and In-office environment (3 days per week) with potential for periodic site visits. Travel may be required, and incumbent must provide their own transportation.
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 delivering 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.
