About the Role
This student position will support the City of London’s waste diversion programs and services, assisting with day-to-day operations, project-based work, community outreach, and data collection.
Responsibilities
- Conduct observational audits of waste material set out by residents.
- Distribute program information and schedules door-to-door.
- Conduct site visits to gather information and provide updates.
- Manage inventory of collection containers and transport items.
- Assist with organizing, cleaning, and maintaining storage facilities.
- Support day-to-day operations, including container and cart replacements.
- Perform general observation, data collection, and analysis from audits, site visits, and events.
- Conduct research on waste management technologies and programs.
- Engage in outreach activities to promote waste diversion programs.
- Assist in producing media to promote waste management services.
- Support workshops, presentations, and outreach events.
- Report regularly on completed work, documenting outcomes and recommendations.
- Respond to and investigate resident inquiries and complaints via email, in person, and by phone.
- Perform deliveries of printed materials and containers.
- Undertake other assigned Waste Management duties.
Requirements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with public outreach, customer service, and community engagement is an asset.
- Experience and comfort presenting to large and small groups.
- Demonstrates initiative and strong organizational skills, effectively prioritizing and managing multiple responsibilities.
- Ability and willingness to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Must be returning to full-time academic studies in January 2027 and/or require this student placement to graduate.
- Must obtain a Criminal Record Check (CRC).
Skills
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Location
- Hybrid
Work Type
- Full-Time Temporary
- Hybrid
Experience Level
- Student
Education Level
- Post-secondary or graduate student within Engineering, Engineering Technology, Environmental Science, Education, Geography, Media/Communications, Social Sciences, or Humanities.
Salary/Compensations
- $23.11/hour
About the Company
- The Waste Management Division is responsible for waste management planning and the day-to-day delivery of services, including operation of municipal facilities.
