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Student - Research Assistant : Job ID :

- 244916

Posting status :

- Open

Organization :

- Various Ministries

Division :

- Various Divisions and Branches

City :

- Sudbury

Position(s) language :

- English

Job term :

- 1 Temporary positions of varying contract length over the summer

Job code :

- Student 2 - Student Level 2

Salary :

- $18.45 - $18.45 Per hour - Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Are you a student or recent graduate looking for an opportunity to build your career over the summer? Are you passionate about making a difference?

The Summer Employment Opportunities program provides opportunities to obtain valuable work experience, gain transferable skills, and build professional networks.

- LEARN : Jump start your career, whether you want to learn business skills, use your French language skills, help out in a lab, or work outdoors. Put the knowledge you've acquired at school into action.
- GROW : Enhance your skills and expand your network by working on projects, leading initiatives and sharing your ideas. Transfer the skills you learn to your future school and work experiences.
- CONTRIBUTE : In addition to advancing your professional and personal skills, you will also give back to your community. Spend your summer working to support the interests of Ontarians!
- This job posting represents multiple positions within different ministries and at various locations across Ontario. Certain cities may be located in distant or remote areas in Ontario and may not be accessible by public transit. Carefully review locations through Google Maps (opens in a new tab) and select ONLY those locations that you are able to travel to and work in. You can select up to 10 locations.

Notes:





- Relocation expenses and/or accommodations are not covered by ministries.
- Summer placements are typically full-time (working 36.25hrs/week or 40 hrs/week). However some part-time placements MAY be available based on mutual agreement between the hiring manager and student, if operationally feasible. Please inquire at the interview stage.

About the job : Work Description

As a Research Assistant, you may have the opportunity to work on some or all of the following activities**:

- Collect and record data and samples.
- Prepare and organize correspondence, perform data entry and word processing functions, and create a variety of documents.
- Perform qualitative and/or quantitative research, analysis, and evaluation of information and data to produce reports and/or identify trends.
- Provide customer service assistance by responding to public and/or internal inquiries.
- Some positions may include field work that may be physically demanding and may require multi-day trips involving overnight travel.
- Field work may include assisting district staff with research field studies, as well as with technical inspections and investigations.
- Plan, organize, coordinate, and manage daily assigned work.

What you bring to the team : - Mandatory requirements : You must meet all eligibility criteria by the first day of employment (contracts begin between May and July):

- Age : You must be a minimum of 15 years of age.



There is no maximum age limit.
- Residency : You must be a resident of Ontario during the term of employment.
- Work Status : You must be legally entitled to work in Canada and have a valid Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN) for the full duration of your summer employment.

- Communication and Interpersonal Skills : - Technical Skills and Knowledge :

- You have knowledge of and experience with research methods, data collection, and data management, including tracking, data entry, maintaining databases, and statistical analysis.

- Analytical and Organizational Skills :

- You work independently or as part of a team; you plan, organize, and prioritize your work to meet competing deadlines.

- Other Requirements :

- You are able to work in an outdoor environment with some physical activity involved, including lifting and carrying weighted items in accordance with the Employment Standards Act and Workplace Health and Safety regulations.
- You are willing and able to participate in field work that may include multi-day trips involving overnight travel.
- Some positions may require a valid Ontario G2 (or higher) Driver's License or equivalent.

- Other student and recent graduate opportunities : See what other summer opportunities are currently available!- Also, check out all the other student and recent recent graduate opportunities offered within the Ontario Public Service. Don't meet every qualification? : The SEO program is designed for students and recent graduates who are looking to kick-start their careers and gain practical work experience. If you're excited about this position but don't meet all the listed qualifications, please still consider applying.**How we

📌 Student - Research Assistant (Greater Sudbury)
🏢 Various Ministries
📍 Greater Sudbury