Thank you for your interest in The Regional Municipality of Durham's Summer Student Employment Program. Our 2025 summer student job postings are open. If you are a student currently enrolled in a post-secondary program and returning to school in September 2025. The deadline to apply is February 28, however, we start reviewing resumes in January, so don’t delay your application.
Students who may also be interested in part-time positions in our Long-Term Care Homes are encouraged to submit another application by March 31.
Every effort will be made to match you to your position of interest; however, you may also be considered for other positions based on your experience, qualifications, field of study and skills and abilities identified in your resume.
Am I eligible to apply? |
The Region is committed to providing access to jobs and equitable employment opportunities that lead to diversifying the workforce and encourages students from equity-seeking groups and Indigenous Peoples to apply for student opportunities. To be eligible for student employment, students must meet the following four criteria:
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When do the jobs start and end? |
Our summer student jobs start at the beginning of May and end at the end of August. The start and end dates can change to fit specific operational needs and job requirements. |
What types of jobs are available? |
We offer summer student jobs in various departments throughout the Region. Some of these positions are:
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What is the rate of pay? |
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What are the work hours? |
Work weeks range from part-time hours, which are 24 hours or less per week depending on operational needs. Full-time hours vary from 35 to 40 hours per week. In some cases, shift work is required. This includes days, afternoons, nights, weekends or statutory holidays. |
What is the hiring process? |
We match resumes with jobs based on your area of study, experience and specific interest. Only one resume is required for all summer student positions.
We will tell you if you need to complete any of these things. |
How do I apply if I worked with the Region last summer? |
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What documents do I need? |
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What do you accept as proof of enrolment in school? |
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Is there any training and/or orientation? |
All summer students will attend an orientation where they will learn about our organization, health and safety, and corporate policies. You might have more training, depending on your job. |
Do I get time off during employment period? |
The purpose of our Summer Student Employment Program is to employ students who are available to work during the full months of May, June, July and August. As per the Employment Standards Act, four per cent vacation pay is paid on a biweekly basis instead of paid time off. |
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