Student - Anticipatory posting

Reason for Posting: The purpose of this job posting is to create an active bank of candidates for 4 months (February to May)

Division: Various

City: Ottawa, ON

Type of position:  Hybrid

Job Term:  Temporary, full-time (35 hours per week) – June 2026 to August 2026

Eligibility: Open to post-secondary students with full-time status at a recognized educational institution and who are continuing their full-time studies in the fall.

Competition: Student 

The Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC), a national union representing over 80,000 professionals and scientists across Canada, is seeking enthusiastic and motivated Summer Students to join our team at our National Office in Ottawa, located at 250 Tremblay Road.

Summer employment opportunities may be available in the following areas:

1. Information Technology (IT)

2. Human Resources (HR)

3. Communications

4. Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (EDIA)

5. Administration

6. Finance

Applicants must clearly indicate in their application the department or area of interest and specify the education program in which they are currently enrolled.

PIPSC/IPFPC is committed to building an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our goals and objectives. We are making concerted efforts to foster a workforce that is representative of our diverse membership. We strive to create a work environment that is welcoming to everyone regardless of their gender, age, religion, race, ethnicity, and nationality, particularly equity deserving groups, such as members of the IBPOC, 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and people living with disabilities. 

All qualified candidates will be considered; however, in support of achieving a diversified workforce we encourage applications for this opportunity from candidates belonging to one of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples (First Nations, Metis or Inuit), peoples of colour or persons with a disability.  Consideration will be given to a qualified candidate who, at the time of application, voluntarily indicates being part of these groups.

Under the guidance of the respective Manager or Director, Summer Students will provide operational and project support within their assigned department and contribute to day-to-day activities and special initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities May Include:

• Assisting with departmental projects and ongoing operational activities

• Providing administrative and organizational support

• Supporting recruitment, onboarding, communications, media, IT, EDIA, or administrative initiatives, as applicable

• Preparing and formatting documents, presentations, and reports

• Coordinating meetings, interviews, or events

• Maintaining electronic filing systems and databases; performing data entry

• Assisting with research, content development, technical support, or internal engagement activities, depending on the department

• Responding to internal and external inquiries

• Performing other related duties as assigned

Education:

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program relevant to the area of interest (e.g., Information Technology, Human Resources, Communications, Social study, Administration, or a related field).

Eligibility:

• Open to post-secondary students who are registered as full-time students at a recognized educational institution and who will be returning to full-time studies in the fall in a program related to their area of interest.

Language requirement:

• Proficiency in both official languages (English and French / written and oral) is an asset.

Skills and experience required:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work with minimum supervision while being a strong team player

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

• Communication skills

• Attention to detail

• Highly organized and able to prioritize tasks/activities

• Proficient with Microsoft Office and/or Google Suites

• Experience in an office environment is considered an asset

• Experience using technology and social media platform an asset

• Salary Range: Competitive salary

If you require accommodation for a disability during the recruitment process, please contact us with your details. Our Staffing team will respond within 48 hours, and all information related to accommodation requests will be handled confidentially.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, psychologically safe, harassment-free, and accessible work environment, starting from the recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.