Intern, DES (Infrastructure Planning and Permits)

Position Details:

Current Rate of Pay: Min = $21.39/hr Max = $24.81/hr

Employment type: Full-Time Contract

Duration of employment: 8 - 12 Months

Hours of work: 35 hrs/week

Work location: Head Office

Division: Development & Engineering Services

Business unit: Infrastructure Planning and Permits

Travel: 5 – 10 %

Remote Work: Hybrid

About TRCA:

With more than 60 years of experience, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of 36 Conservation Authorities in Ontario, created to safeguard and enhance the health and well-being of watershed communities through the protection and restoration of the natural environment and the ecological services the environment provides.

TRCA is considered the provincial leader in conserving, restoring, and managing natural resources to advance safe and sustainable development.

To apply to this posting, click on the “Apply” icon. Please submit your resume and cover letter in one PDF or Word file prior to midnight on January 28, 2025.

How you will contribute as part of the TRCA team:

The Intern, Infrastructure Planning and Permits (IPP) in Development & Engineering Services (DES), under the direction and guidance of IPP staff and management, will assist planners with drafting reports, data entry, and file administration within the Infrastructure Planning and Permits business unit.

Major Responsibilities:

• Under direction and guidance of IPP staff and management, assists and supports business units within the division with basic clerical work.
• Assists staff with data entry and the coordination of data requests.
• Assists staff with the basic review/screening of Planning Act, EA legislation, Ontario Regulation permit applications and general inquiries.
• Assists in drafting correspondence, presentations, and reports, while making recommendations for operations/program improvements.
• Assists staff and management with minor studies, basic projects, basic reports, and minor applications.
• Assists Planners with basic follow-up with proponents as required.
• Under the direction and guidance of IPP staff and management, organizes site meetings and assists or shadows staff on these site visits

What will you need to succeed:

Education (degree/diploma/certifications/licenses)

• Recently completed a post-secondary program in Planning, Resource Management, Urban Geography, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Engineering.
• Valid Ontario Class G2 driver’s license.

Knowledge/Skill/Ability – Competencies

• Ability to work professionally with others.
• Ability to comprehend written documentation and procedural guidelines.
• Ability to write clear correspondence.
• Sound time management and organization skills.
• Team player with experience working in a group environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite including online software such as MS teams, WebEx, and SharePoint.

What TRCA has to offer you:

As part of a progressive team you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact to preserving and protecting nature, while maintaining a balance between the natural environment and built environment. Working with experts within our field, you will join a team of colleagues that are committed to TRCA’s core values by demonstrating the following behaviours; integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect, and excellence (icare). 

You will be part of a diverse and inclusive organization that:

• Makes a positive difference in the communities we serve.
• Fosters high performance and collaborative teams.
• Provides continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Provides unique TRCA Perks.
• Provides flexible work arrangements.
• Offers potential for career growth and advancement.

While the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) thanks all applicants for their interest, only those under consideration will be contacted for interviews. Please be advised that successful incumbent(s) may be required to undergo a vulnerable sector screening and/or driver’s abstract check as a part of the final step in the hiring process.

TRCA is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and TRCA Policies, accommodation will be provided at any point throughout the hiring process, provided the candidate makes their accommodation needs known to the TRCA. We welcome applications from all qualified persons.

Personal information you provide through the TRCA recruitment, selection, and onboarding process is collected under the authority of the Conservation Authorities Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. C.27. Collection of this personal information is necessary for the proper administration of this recruitment process for employment and volunteer positions with TRCA. Personal information is protected from disclosure pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.  Any questions regarding this collection activity should be directed to the Manager of Records and Information, 101 Exchange Avenue, Vaughan, Ontario, L4K 5R6, (437) 880 2308.