Student - Active Transportation

Req ID: 28343 
Vacancy Type: Temporary 
Contract Duration: September - December, 2026
Number of Positions: 1  
Closing Date: 07/09/2026

 

To be considered for this competition you must be enrolled in a Canadian post-secondary institution, and eligible for a Work Term during the specified period. Students must upload proof of enrolment when completing your application.  

 

 

Job Summary

The City of Mississauga is committed to creating an inclusive, accessible, and sustainable transportation network that meets the needs of all community members. We are seeking a collaborative and equity-focused Active Transportation Assistant to support the development of safe, connected, and accessible walking, cycling, and rolling infrastructure. 

As part of the Active Transportation team, you will help design and implement projects that enhance mobility options for residents of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. This includes supporting the annual expansion of the cycling network and improvements to the sidewalk network, with a strong emphasis on accessibility, community engagement, and safety. 

If you are passionate about making active transportation safe, accessible, and inclusive for all, we invite you to apply. 

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Manager, Active Transportation, with functional guidance from the Active Transportation Coordinator, the successful candidate will perform the following: 

•    Prepare work orders for spot improvements as required;
•    Assist with the engineering design and implementation of bicycle lanes, multi-use trails, signed bicycle routes and other new active transportation facilities;
•    Assist in the development of public engagement plans and strategies for major projects;
•    Undertake detailed reviews of identified active transportation facilities and provide recommendations to members of staff; 
•    Investigate and complete inventory requirements related to bike parking, signage, and pavement marking needs;
•    Provide both written and verbal feedback to staff and the general public related to active transportation design and operations; and
•    Perform other duties as required.

Duties and responsibilities may vary according to the student’s academic background and experience.

Skills and Qualifications

Under the direction of the Manager, Active Transportation, with functional guidance from the Active Transportation Coordinator, the successful candidate will perform the following: 

•    Prepare work orders for spot improvements as required;
•    Assist with the engineering design and implementation of bicycle lanes, multi-use trails, signed bicycle routes and other new active transportation facilities;
•    Assist in the development of public engagement plans and strategies for major projects;
•    Undertake detailed reviews of identified active transportation facilities and provide recommendations to members of staff; 
•    Investigate and complete inventory requirements related to bike parking, signage, and pavement marking needs;
•    Provide both written and verbal feedback to staff and the general public related to active transportation design and operations; and
•    Perform other duties as required.

Duties and responsibilities may vary according to the student’s academic•    Must be enrolled in a post-secondary degree program or engineering technology diploma in civil engineering, transportation engineering, planning or a related discipline;
•    Demonstrate knowledge of cycling and pedestrian infrastructure, design requirements, and best practices;
•    Knowledge in traffic engineering theory and practice would be an asset;
•    Interest in public engagement would be an asset;
•    Experience with computer applications such as Adobe Suite, Traffic Engineering Software (TES), MS Office, Outlook, and other related software; 
•    Exceptional customer service skills;
•    Strong verbal and written communication skill are essential;
•    Demonstrated ability to plan and organize work is crucial; 
•    Must be comfortable traveling to multiple locations, and able to provide own transportation (use of personal vehicle will be compensated at an established per km rate); and
•    Being comfortable riding a bicycle would be an asset.background and experience.

Hourly Rate/Salary: 20.29 - 24.11
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Civic Centre
Hybrid Workplace 
Organization Unit: T&W/Active Transportation
Department/Division/Section: T&W/Transportation&Works Dept , T&W/Infrast Planning & Eng Serv Div , Transportation Infrastructure Mgmt
Non-Union/Union: Non Union

The City of Mississauga may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in sourcing candidates for some positions, however, it is not being used for screening, assessing, or selecting candidates.

We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can also check your application status in your candidate profile online.

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Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.

Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion .

Accommodations
The City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.

If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please complete the following Accommodation Request Form and have it emailed to View email address on jobs.mississauga.ca citing the Job ID and Job Title. This will inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.