Req ID: 28272
Vacancy Type: Temporary
Contract Duration: September 2026 - April 2027 (8 months)
Number of Positions: 1
Closing Date: 06/05/2026
To be considered for this competition, applicants must be enrolled in a recognized post‑secondary co-op program and be eligible to complete a Work Term during the specified period. Applicants must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Proof of enrolment in a related program must be uploaded when completing the application.
We are seeking a highly motivated Co-Op Student to join our team as a Data Analyst student. This role offers hands-on experience with real-world data challenges and the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects. You will support your supervisor and team by performing analysis, preparing reports, conducting research, and developing data visualizations to support decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with daily operational tasks and provide analytical support to your supervisor/manager.
• Perform data analysis to identify patterns, trends, and insights that support business goals.
• Conduct research using various methodologies and consolidate findings into reports or presentations.
• Create dashboards and visualizations using tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Draft documents, prepare reports, and track key metrics and project outcomes.
• Provide support in customer interactions through email, phone, or in-person inquiries.
• Perform administrative tasks including data entry, document filing, and basic troubleshooting.
• Participate in customer engagement exercises and field visits as needed.
• Assist in the development and implementation of internal programs, policies, and process improvements.
• Must be enrolled in a post-secondary co-op program in Statistics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of statistical methods and their practical applications.
• Proficiency in at least one programming or scripting language (e.g., Python, SQL, or R).
• Familiarity with data management, databases, and data warehousing concepts.
• Experience using data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present findings to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Demonstrated understanding of municipal government operations is an asset.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Comfortable working in a primarily office-based environment with occasional site visits.
Hourly Rate/Salary: 20.29 - 24.11
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Mississauga Transit - 975 Central Parkway, Mississauga
Work Model : This is an on-site role requiring presence in the office five days per week
Organization Unit: T&W/MTOP - Service Delivery
Department/Division/Section: T&W/Transportation&Works Dept , T&W/Mississauga Transit , MT Operations
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.
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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 recruitment.accommodation@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.
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You will be part of an amazing team of talented and motivated people that work and collaborate to deliver value to our residents Here you will have the opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionally. We are looking for dedicated people who are committed to building our community’s future together.
