Student Employment

We offer a variety of summer employment opportunities for students aged 14 to 24 who are enrolled in school or returning to school in the fall.

On this page

• How to apply
• Application and hiring process
• Opportunities for high school students
• Opportunities for post-secondary students

We're committed to providing valuable work experience for local students, close to home. Our student positions are designed to provide leadership experience setting a foundation for future growth. With a focus on excellence, Haldimand County offers an outstanding place to work and live.

A summer job with Haldimand offers you many great benefits:

• Gain experience for future full-time employment
• Start contributing to a defined benefit pension plan (OMERS)
• Enjoy a perks and discounts program
• Make new friends and grow your network
• Make a difference in your community
• Gain leadership skills
• Enjoy a safe and friendly work culture
• Learn about municipal government
• Build skills related to your learning goals

How to apply

Student employment applications for 2025 open on December 13, 2024. The application deadline varies by job with closing dates on January 31, February 28, and March 31, 2025. Refer to the specific job information to confirm the deadline.

The application system will remain open until May 31, 2025. Applications received after a job’s noted deadline will only be considered if the position is still available after the initial round of hiring.

Application and hiring process

1. Make sure your cover letter and resume are up-to-date and saved as a single document in PDF format.
2. Submit an online application by the noted deadline date. You can apply for more than one position on a single application.
3. Once your application is submitted, you will receive a confirmation email with an applicant number.
4. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by Haldimand County.

Our human resources division cannot provide updates on the status of your application once submitted. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.