Engineering - Summer Student

Located on the historic, 386-kilometre Trent-Severn Waterway in the heart of the Kawartha tourism region, Peterborough is a unique community known for its exceptional quality of life and beautiful setting. The city has been named one of 52 destinations to visit in 2025 by the New York Times.

The City has been shaped by its connection to the waterway, nature, and by the people who call it home. Peterborough is a community of doers and dreamers that are resourceful, passionate, creative and brimming with local pride.

Before it was ever known as Peterborough, this land was called Nogojiwanong – Ojibwe for “the place at the foot of the rapids.” Today, the city remains continuously in motion, guided by a deep sense of community and connection. The City is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig Anishinaabeg territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, known collectively as the Williams Treaty First Nations.

Job Details

The City of Peterborough is seeking motivated intermediate and senior Civil Engineering students with an interest in Municipal Engineering. We are hiring one (1) Engineering student, two (2) Construction students, and one (1) Wastewater Collection student.

As Municipal Engineering Students, you will receive guidance and hands‑on experience working on projects within the Engineering Design & Construction Division and/or the Infrastructure Management Division, supporting a variety of Capital Works Programs.

Qualifications

The job function is very diverse and will include design, construction and asset management functions of sewers, roads, treatment plant, stormwater management ponds and bridges. Duties may include contract design and preparation for projects associated with the various programs, sewer condition investigations and reporting, field work (contract administration, inspection and data collection), pavement evaluation and management and analysis of infrastructure data. Candidates must be efficient in the use of computer applications, familiar with AutoCAD Civil 3D and proficient using Excel. A valid Ontario Class “G” driver’s license is required and must have access to a vehicle to perform the duties of the position.

This is a temporary full-time position from April 2026 to September 2026.

Salary

$24.90/Hour

Application Information

Qualified applicants are invited to apply by email to recruiting@peterborough.ca no later than 11:59 p.m. on February 20, 2026 quoting competition number 26-T-09 on the file as well as the subject line. 

To ensure your application is considered, please follow these steps:

• Prepare one file only (PDF or Word) that includes both your résumé and cover letter.
• Name your file with your first and last name (i.e. JaneSmith- Comp#).
• Include the competition number in the file name, and the e-mail subject line.

We thank all applicants for their interest in the City of Peterborough. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.