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Ontario Government Regular Summer Student Hiring -
Overview and Eligibility
Frequently Asked Questions
Ontario Government Regular Summer Student Hiring has ended for the summer of 2009. Please check back in spring 2010 for next's summer's information.
Ontario government ministries and agencies provide a wide range of interesting summer jobs for students throughout Ontario through Regular Summer Student Hiring. This is one of many opportunities for youth/students to gain valuable work experience. Additional opportunities are available on the Youth and New Professionals portal of OPS Careers.
Are you eligible?You are eligible to apply if you are:
- a student in secondary school, college, or university
- eligible to work in Canada
Individual ministries post summer positions in a variety of different fields.
What is the length of the positions?Jobs range from 6 to 16 weeks in duration.
What is the pay rate?Student wage rates for 2009 are as follows:
|
Level 1 |
$9.50 / hour |
|---|---|
|
Level 2 |
$11.10 / hour |
Level 1 jobs reflect work that is routine and limited in complexity. They do not require a special skill level.
Level 2 jobs involve work that is more varied and complex in nature. These jobs typically require knowledge from a related area of study.
Ontario Government Regular Summer Student Hiring -
Frequently Asked Questions
Overview and Eligibility - The summer has just started, so why has recruitment closed for the Ontario Regular Summer Student Hiring?
- What are the eligibility criteria for the Ontario Government Regular Summer Student Hiring? Is there a minimum/maximum age for participation?
- In addition to Regular Summer Student hires, are there other opportunities for students?
- I am from out of province but I go to school in Ontario. Am I eligible for the Ontario Government Regular Summer Student Hiring?
- I am just finishing my final year at school -- am I still eligible for the Ontario Government Regular Summer Student Hiring?
- Do I have to make my own accommodation arrangements?
- How much will I be paid?
- When do the jobs start?
Q. The summer has just started, so why has recruitment closed for the Ontario Regular Summer Student Hiring?
A. Applications for summer employment opportunities in the Ontario Public Service (OPS) start as early as March to as late as July. To provide valuable and meaningful work experiences for summer youth employees, jobs range from six to sixteen weeks. To accommodate these work term timelines, the last posting date for summer jobs is early July. Return to Top
Q. What are the eligibility criteria for the Ontario Government Regular Summer Student Hiring? Is there a minimum/maximum age for participation?
A. You are eligible to apply if you are a student in secondary school, college or university and eligible to work in Canada. There is no age requirement. Return to Top
Q. In addition to Regular Summer Student hires, are there other opportunities for students?
A. Within the Ontario Public Service (OPS), there are a number of employment experiences available to a diverse array of recruits. Visit the Youth and New Professional portal on OPS Careers to learn more about these unique and exciting employment programs. The Summer Experience Program (SEP), for example, offers summer employment for Ontario youth aged 15-24 (up to 29 for persons with disabilities.) Return to Top
Q. I am from out of province but I go to school in Ontario. Am I eligible for the Ontario Government Regular Summer Student Hiring?
A. Yes. You do not have to be a permanent Ontario resident to qualify for employment under the Ontario Government Regular Summer Student Hiring. Return to Top
Q. I am just finishing my final year at school -- am I still eligible for the Ontario Government Regular Summer Student Hiring?
A. Yes. You are eligible for a period of six months following the completion of the requirements for graduation from an educational institution. Return to Top
Q. Do I have to make my own living arrangements?
A. Yes. If you obtain a position that requires you to move, you are responsible for arranging your own living arrangements. Return to Top
Q. How much will I be paid?
A. Student wage rates for the summer 2009 are:
|
Level 1 |
$9.50 / hour |
|---|---|
|
Level 2 |
$11.10 / hour |
Pay level reflects the complexity of the position.
Level 1 jobs reflect work which is routine and limited in complexity. These jobs may require additional supervision and do not require a special skill level.
Level 2 jobs involve work that is more varied and complex in nature. The jobs typically require knowledge from a related area of study and an increased level of skills.
Return to TopQ. When do the jobs start?
A. Start dates vary per position. For example, some positions may need to be filled in time for the May long weekend (i.e., tourist attractions) while others may be more flexible in the starting date. Return to Top
