Summer Student – Engineering

Job Status : Full‑time Student

Division : Engineering & Operations

Department : Design & Infrastructure

Union : CUPE Local 3690

Salary : $20.40 – $22.40 per hour

Vacancies : Up to 1

Closing Date : February 1, 2026

About The City Of Sarnia

Located at the mouth of the St. Clair River on the shores of Lake Huron, the community of Sarnia is known for its breathtaking waterfront, pristine beaches and beautiful parks system. Situated on the American border, just a short drive from London, Ontario, the community boasts a host of recreational opportunities, state‑of‑the‑art healthcare, a vibrant cultural scene, and excellent education paired with a high standard of living and mild climate. Ranked one of the most affordable medium‑sized cities in Ontario, Sarnia, with its 72,000 residents, is home to over 1,000 acres of parkland and 40 km of trails in addition to four golf courses, 16 art galleries, six museums, and three theatres across the county.

The Role

This position will be assisting in the Development and Transportation Division of the Engineering Department, completing field work related to subdivision development, site plans and City right of ways.

Term

• May 4, 2026 – August 28, 2026

Successful candidates will be expected to be available for the full duration of the employment term.

Mandatory Orientation

Requirements

Hours of Work

Why Work With Us

It’s an opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment where your organizational skills, attention to detail, and professionalism will be highly valued. For temporary employees, the City offers competitive salaries, access to our Employee & Family Assistance Plan (EFAP), and the option to enrol in the OMERS (Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System) pension plan.

We are an inclusive and equitable corporation that encourages applications from qualified individuals of all genders, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Indigenous persons. Appropriate accommodations will be provided upon request throughout the hiring process as required by the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Information received relating to accommodation and diversity will be addressed confidentially.

Personal information is being collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used to determine the qualifications for employment with The Corporation of the City of Sarnia. Questions about this collection should be directed to the City Clerk, 255 Christina St. N., Sarnia, ON N7T 7N2, 519‑332‑0330 ext. 3366.

Please note this recruitment is for existing vacancies.

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