Summer Lab/Field 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

Under the direction of the Manager, Laboratory & Water Services the Summer Lab Student will provide assistance to laboratory personnel in the areas of general laboratory duties, including sample reception, sample preparation, analysis, sampling and data entry in accordance with all pertinent legislation and regulations, including ISO 17025. Duties will also include assisting field personnel with sampling, taking field measurements and bottling samples.

Qualifications

Requires an individual whom is currently enrolled in College Diploma or a University degree program in Biology, Environmental Science, Chemistry or similar discipline.  Knowledge of MS Office Suite including Excel and Word required. Required to comply with all Health and Safety and Municipal policies. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work both independently and in a team environment are preferred.

Salary

$21.67/Hour

Application Information

Qualified applicants are invited to apply by email to recruiting@peterborough.ca no later than 11:59 p.m. on March 12, 2026 quoting competition number 26-T-13 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.