Intern, Infrastructure Planning and Permits

Position Details:

• Current Rate of Pay: Min = $21.39/hr Max = $24.81/hr
• Employment type: Full-Time Contract
• Duration of employment: 8 - 12 Months
• Hours of work: 35 hrs/week
• Work location: Head Office
• Division: Development & Engineering Services
• Business unit: Infrastructure Planning and Permits
• Travel: 5 – 10 %
• Remote Work: Hybrid

About TRCA:

With more than 60 years of experience, Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) is one of 36 Conservation Authorities in Ontario, created to safeguard and enhance the health and well-being of watershed communities through the protection and restoration of the natural environment and the ecological services the environment provides.

TRCA is considered the provincial leader in conserving, restoring, and managing natural resources to advance safe and sustainable development.

Major Responsibilities:

• Under direction and guidance of IPP staff and management, assists and supports business units within the division with basic clerical work.
• Assists staff with data entry and the coordination of data requests.
• Assists staff with the basic review/screening of Planning Act, EA legislation, Ontario Regulation permit applications and general inquiries.
• Assists in drafting correspondence, presentations, and reports, while making recommendations for operations/program improvements.
• Assists staff and management with minor studies, basic projects, basic reports, and minor applications.
• Assists Planners with basic follow-up with proponents as required.
• Under the direction and guidance of IPP staff and management, organizes site meetings and assists or shadows staff on these site visits.

What will you need to succeed:

Education

• Recently completed a post-secondary program in Planning, Resource Management, Urban Geography, Biology, Ecology, Environmental Engineering.
• Valid Ontario Class G2 driver’s license.

Knowledge/Skill/Ability – Competencies

• Ability to work professionally with others.
• Ability to comprehend written documentation and procedural guidelines.
• Ability to write clear correspondence.
• Sound time management and organization skills.
• Team player with experience working in a group environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite including online software such as MS teams, WebEx, and SharePoint.

What TRCA has to offer you:

• Makes a positive difference in the communities we serve.
• Fosters high performance and collaborative teams.
• Provides continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Provides unique TRCA Perks.
• Provides flexible work arrangements.
• Offers potential for career growth and advancement.