City of Toronto

RESEARCH TRAINEE

City of Toronto  •  $24.68/hr  •  Toronto, CA (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

  • Job ID: 63251

    Job Category: Policy, Planning & Research

    Division & Section: Purchasing & Materials Management, Procurement Enablement

    Work Location: City Hall, 100 Queen Street.

    Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Temporary Vacancy, 4 Months

    Hourly Rate: $22.67 - $24.68 per hour

    Shift Information: Monday - Friday, 35 hours per week

    Affiliation: L79 Full-time

    Number of Positions Open: 1

    Posting Period: 08-Apr-2026 to 22-Apr-2026

Major Responsibilities:

  • Assists with assembling and compiling information/survey packages.
  • Documents findings. Inputs/retrieves/updates/maintains data.
  • Assists with organizing and presenting data collected.
  • Assists with compiling and consolidation of data for others to analyze/process
  • Assists others with drafting documents, bulletins etc. and data analysis.
  • Assists in maintaining data/statistics.
  • Assists with various office functions.
  • Answers calls, provides general information, takes messages and directs inquiries to appropriate staff to answer questions/handle requests
  • Collects data by distributing questionnaires, visiting sites, going door to door, asking participants/groups for information/opinions etc.

Key Qualifications:

Your application must describe your qualifications as they relate to:

  1. Currently enrolled in, or completion of a post-secondary degree or diploma program in business or commerce.
  2. Experience using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and Outlook).
  3. Experience conducting research and analysis and performing data entry.
  4. Experience in providing customer service to a broad range of stakeholders by responding to enquiries (via phone and in person).

You must also have:

  • Ability to identify and correct discrepancies in datasets to maintain high-quality data for reporting and analysis.
  • Knowledge of SAP software would be considered an asset.
  • Knowledge of data systems or databases would be an asset.
  • Attention to detail and strong data cleansing skills.
  • Strong problem solving, interpersonal and communication skills, both verbally and written.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work in a demanding environment with many competing priorities and deadlines.
  • Ability to take initiative and work independently as well as cooperatively as a member.

NOTE TO INTERNAL FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME CITY OF TORONTO EMPLOYEES:

City of Toronto employees must apply to full-time or part-time employment opportunities posted on the City's Internal Job Posting Portal.

Note: The applicant pool from this job posting may be used for similar summer job opportunities in various divisions.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment to employment equity

Accommodation

The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request Learn more about the City’s Hiring Policies and Accommodation Process

City of Toronto

About City of Toronto

The City of Toronto is committed to fostering a positive and progressive workplace culture, and strives to build a workforce that reflects the citizens it serves. We are committed to building a high performing public service, with strong and effective leaders to enable service excellence, through high engagement and healthy and safe workplaces.

Toronto is home to more than 2.9 million people whose diversity and experiences make this great city Canada’s leading economic engine and one of the world’s most diverse and livable cities. As the fourth largest city in North America, Toronto is a global leader in technology, finance, film, music, culture, and innovation, and consistently places at the top of international rankings due to investments championed by its government, residents and businesses.

Toronto Public Service consists of approximately 35,771 employees, providing programs and services to Toronto residents, businesses and visitors. Additionally, the City of Toronto has a number of agencies and corporations including the Toronto Police Service, Toronto Public Library and the Toronto Transit Commission, which make up the broader municipal organization.

There are 44 operating divisions and offices providing an extensive level of programs and services. We offer diverse career opportunities across a wide variety of professional, trade, administrative, managerial and other employment roles.

The Toronto Public Service has won numerous awards for quality, innovation and efficiency in delivering citizen-focused services. We are proud to have been named one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, Top Family Friendly Employers and Greater Toronto's Top Employers.

Consider joining the award-winning Toronto Public Service and help us make a difference in a great City!

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Toronto, CA
Year Founded
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