Summer Student - Employment Surveyor
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: 4764
Department: The CAO's Office
Division: Strategic Initiatives & Government Relations
Pay Range:
1st Term - $20.61
2nd Term - $21.64
3rd Term - $22.72
4th Term - $23.86
Job Type: Student
Vacancies: 9
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 (CAO's office)
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
Halton Region will be conducting its annual Employment Survey to collect important data on employment and economic activities across the region. We are looking for energetic, motivated, and well-organized individuals who are confident in engaging with the public and business owners to join our Employment Survey team as an Employment Surveyor. Together, the team will actively liaise with local business communities and owners to gather business and employment data that will support ongoing planning and economic development in Halton Region.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Work individually and as part of a team to survey places of employment located in commercial, industrial, institutional, and mixed-use areas across Halton Region.
- Engage with local business owners and representatives to collect place-of-employment data on the number of employees, business information, and employment activities.
- Accurately collect and record information in the Employment Survey database.
- Conduct interviews with business owners, including in-person site visits to business locations across Halton Region.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Skills & Qualifications
Essential
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Planning or a related field and returning to studies in the fall.
Preferred
- Experience in customer service.
- Familiarity with data entry and database systems.
Working/ Employment Conditions
As a member of the Employment Survey team, the Employment Surveyor will be tasked with surveying places of employment throughout Halton Region in-person and/or remotely. As such, this role involves a combination of fieldwork and office or remote work.
- Travel within Halton Region will be required; candidates must provide their own transportation.
- Candidates will be required to provide a copy of their valid driver’s license on the first day of employment.
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.
