Co-Op Student - Landscape Architect - City of Mississauga

About this opportunity

Explore exciting administration jobs Mississauga has to offer through these temporary Co-Op Student - Landscape Architect positions with the City of Mississauga. Designed for third or fourth-year landscape architectural students, this role provides practical site and office experience to assist in both career development and obtaining post-graduation employment in the field of landscape architecture. You will work closely with the Parks and Culture Planning or Park Development teams.

Who we're looking for

To be considered for this competition, applicants must meet specific academic and legal criteria:

• Currently enrolled at University in a recognized Landscape Architectural program.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Good written and verbal and graphic communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and the use of MicroStation or AutoCAD, 3D drawing platforms and rendering software applications.
• Must possess a Class G2 driver's licence; vehicle access is preferred and appropriate car insurance for City business is required.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada with proof of enrolment uploaded during application.

Day-to-day

As a landscape co-op student, you will support park development teams with a variety of tasks across the site and office:

• Project administration assistance such as assistance with public consultations, research and technical standards review, agendas and minutes.
• Site inventory, field work and site inspections.
• Preparation of contract related correspondence, park permit reviews and administration, and preparation of presentations.
• The preparation of detailed design and construction drawings, tender packages, contract administration documentation, and cost estimate preparations.
• Special requests and additional office and site duties as assigned.

About the employer

The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to barrier-free selection processes and inclusive workplaces. The municipality fosters a respectful and supportive culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion that reflects the local community. Artificial intelligence may be used during candidate sourcing and screening, though final selection is done independently.