Planning and Development Student

Planning and Development Student – Town of LaSalle, Ontario

The Planning and Development Summer Student will be engaged in daily tasks supporting the Planning and Development Department to meet service delivery needs. This position will be exposed to the Planning Act application process, file organizing, research and report writing, site plan review, and support staff in the department with the completion of other activities and tasks as necessary. The Planning and Development Summer Student will report to the Manager of Planning and Development and will be involved in projects that engage various internal departments and proponents. The Planning and Development Summer Student will have opportunities to attend meetings with planning staff in a learning capacity.

Requirements

Employment Period : May 4, 2026 – August 28, 2026.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with responding to daily enquiries via phone, counter, and email regarding planning and development matters.
• Provide general administrative support including photocopying, filing, responding to correspondence, researching, writing letters / reports, etc.
• Support planning staff with research and analysis on emerging trends, new planning requirements, and special projects.
• Assist with review, evaluation, and analysis required to process development applications under the Planning Act.
• Assist with record keeping for the Planning and Development Department.
• Develop and prepare mapping and illustrations.
• All other duties as assigned.

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Summary

We thank all applicants who apply for this position. Only selected candidates will be contacted. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will only be used to determine eligibility for potential employment. We are dedicated to equal opportunity. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. Applicants must make their needs known in advance.

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