Planning Student

About the City of Welland

Co-ops… A co-op position with the City of Welland provides opportunities that will enhance your skills and provide real-world experience in the field you're interested in. A municipality is a microcosm of global industries. From communications to policy, engineering to human resources, and technology to legal, a strong career foundation can begin at the co-op level within a municipality. Every year, co-op students form the basis on which our programs, services, and activities thrive throughout the year. So, while you could work anywhere during your co-op term, why not join the City of Welland? After all, it's not just a placement. It's experience, relationship building, memory making, and much more. "

About the Position

May - August 4-month term

Reporting to the Director of Planning and Development services, the Planning Student provides assistance and support to Planning and Development staff. The student will assist with administrative and operational duties.

Duties & Responsibilities

The duties listed are not meant to provide a description of every job performed, but only those which represent the core functions of the job.

Responding to general planning enquiries via phone, counter and emails.

Conducting research to support policy review.

Working with GIS software to perform cartographic, analytical and administrative tasks.

Researching, investigating, and data collection analysis for planning projects.

Assisting Planning and Development clerical staff with application entry, data conversion and records management.

Assisting with zoning enquiries at the Planning and Development service desk.

Perform all other duties as assigned.

What you need to Succeed...

Enrolled in post-secondary studies in Planning or Environmental Sciences or similar field.

Student membership in OPPI / CIP or CACPT is preferred.

Expertise in a variety of computer applications, including Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, ESRI ArcGIS and / or ArcGIS Pro is required.

Strong organizational and analytical skills including the ability to multi-task.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Strong presentation abilities.

The ability to deal effectively and courteously with the public.

Ability to work during regular business hours on a full-time basis.

Salary and Benefit Information

$21.48 / hour (2026 rate) plus OMERS pension is available

Why Choose Welland?

The City of Welland is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. In addition, the City of Welland is committed to accommodating persons with disabilities. Should you require any accommodations, we will work to meet your needs.

All applications are held in strict confidence. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will only contact those selected for an interview.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is for employment assessment purposes only.

How to Apply

Please submit an updated resume and cover letter.