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COOP Student, Planning

CompanyCityofOttawa
LocationOttawa
Work ModeOn Site
PostedApril 22, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The student will support planning activities by conducting research, surveys, and data analysis. They will also assist in the preparation of various planning documents and reports.
Internship Type
full time
Salary Range
CA$27 - CA$32
Company Size
9008
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
35 hours
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The City of Ottawa offers a diverse range of career options. City employees work across 110+ business lines to deliver one thing: excellent service to Ottawa’s residents, businesses and visitors. Whether you want to work in IT, recreation, accounting, engineering, customer service, project management, the trades, emergency services, health care or more, you can find what you're looking for at the City. Visit ottawa.ca/jobs to view all career opportunities. La Ville d’Ottawa offre un large éventail de choix de carrières. Les membres du personnel de la Ville travaillent dans plus de 110 secteurs d’activité pour offrir un excellent service aux résidents, aux entreprises et aux visiteurs d’Ottawa. Que vous vouliez travailler dans les technologies de l’information, les loisirs, la comptabilité, le génie, le service à la clientèle, la gestion de projet, les corps de métier, les services d’urgence, les soins de santé ou ailleurs, vous trouverez ce que vous cherchez à la Ville. Consultez ottawa.ca/emplois pour voir toutes les possibilités d’emploi.
About the Role

 

 

Requisition ID: 21903  
Department: Planning, Development & Building Dept.  
Service: Planning Services  
Branch: Development Review Branch 
Employment Type: Up to 5 Co-op Students - Fall Term  
Work Hours: 35.00 hours per week
Affiliation: Non Union/Non MPE 
Salary Information: $26.982 - $31.566 per hour (2024 rates of pay)
Location: City Hall,110 Laurier Avenue West  
City: Ottawa, ON 
Job Category: Co-op student recruitment 
Application Close: 06/05/2026

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.

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: urban planning, environmental studies, or related field

 

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. 

 

The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions. 
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

 

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

 

Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at 613-580-2424 extension 12211 or via email at esc-cse@ottawa.ca. 

Key Skills
Urban planningEnvironmental studiesData analysisResearchGISMap interpretationAir photo interpretationPlan readingMS OfficeWord processingSpreadsheetsAnalytical techniquesCommunicationTeamworkAttention to detail
Categories
Government & Public SectorEnvironmental & SustainabilityAdministrative