Student - Information Technology

The Team you are Joining – Who We Are:The Halton Regional Police Service contributes to the safety and well-being of more than 620,000 residents in Halton Region which includes the Towns of Milton, Halton Hills and Oakville, and the City of Burlington. It is our continual pursuit of excellence that keeps Halton at the forefront of policing and as a leader in the public safety arena. Through upstream approaches, partner collaboration, training, community engagement and a strong focus on inclusion and diversity, we have been able to maintain Halton’s status as the safest Canadian municipality with a population of 100,000 or more. This is exemplified through deep collaboration between our growing team of over 1,100 members and our residents, businesses, non-profit organizations, and municipal governments. The Halton Regional Police Service is proud to be recognized as one of Greater Toronto’s Top Employers for 2025. About the Role – How you will Contribute to the Service: What you will be Responsible For: The Halton Regional Police Service is currently seeking one (1) motivated, reliable, and community-minded student to join our Information Technology - Innovation and Transformation Team as Summer Student from May to August 2026. The Information Technology Summer Student will support the IT Process and Innovation team on a variety of modernization projects and initiatives. We are seeking a candidate enrolled in a post-secondary program—preferably in a related field—who will be returning to their studies in September 2026. In this role, you will contribute to innovation and operational efficiency by developing reference materials, technical documentation, and recommendations that streamline end-user access to IT support services through the Service’s ITSM platform. You will also research and document analytics processes, helping strengthen the department’s ability to evaluate and adopt modern technologies that enhance service delivery and data-driven decision-making. The incumbent will assist in creating and standardizing technical documentation for new and existing systems, including test scripts, user guides, playbooks, and knowledge-base articles. You will also develop process documents and flow charts to provide clear, easy-to-follow visual guides for system configurations, workflows, and procedures as new solutions are deployed. Education, Certifications and Qualifications: We are looking for a candidate who is enrolled in post-secondary education preferably in a relatable field. The candidate must be returning to their program in September 2026. Previous Experience, Knowledge and Skills: Our ideal candidate possesses strong integrity, with the ability to maintain confidentiality and manage highly sensitive information. They demonstrate solid computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), and exhibit exceptional interpersonal, written, verbal, and listening communication skills. The candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and analytical, with a strong ability to problem-solve. Additional assets include personal and professional lived experience, strong written communication and documentation skills, familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Power BI, or other data analysis platforms. A basic understanding of databases and programming languages (e.g., Python, SQL), along with strong research, documentation, and organizational skills, is also highly valued. Note: The successful applicant will need to pass a background check to the satisfaction of the Service which will include reference checks with previous employers, verification of educational achievements, and a criminal background screen. What We Offer: We offer the opportunity to join a progressive work environment with a leading police service. Our Service is committed to the values of Trust and Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Excellence, Teamwork and Justice. This position is based out of our Oakville Headquarters facility which is located at the QEW and North Service Road West.  Hourly Rate: This is a paid student position starting at $20.11 for a four-month term (May to August 2025) contract Working Hours: 35 hours per week: Monday – Friday. This position is based out of our Oakville Headquarters facility which is located at the QEW and North Service Road West.  Summer Student Selection Process and Projected Timelines: Step 1: Apply Online — December 3, 2025 to December 16, 2025All applicants must complete and submit the following application components: an online questionnaire, a written submission, and a résumé. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive a confirmation email. Mini Video Interview Submission: Along with your resume and cover letter, please include a video submission introducing yourself, outlining your skills, knowledge and motivation for applying to your selected Summer Student Unit role, and describing the impact you believe you would make as a Summer Student with the Halton Regional Police Service. In your video, also identify two things you hope to gain from the summer experience if selected. Please note that your video submission should be 3–5 minutes in duration. Step 2: Resume Screening — December 16, 2025, to January 3, 2026 Step 3: Applicant Notifications — January 6, 2026. Applicants will be informed of their application status. Those selected to advance to the interview stage will receive an interview invitation. Step 4: Behavioural Interviews — Week of January 12 to January 22, 2026Selected applicants will be invited to attend in-person behavioural interviews. Step 5: Pre-Employment Checks — Week of January 26, 2026Pre-employment checks will be conducted for shortlisted candidates. These checks include a Security Check, Professional Reference checks, and any additional employment verifications relevant to the specific role. Note: The Security Check appointment must be completed in person. Step 6: Decision Making — Week of February 17, 2026. All applicants will be notified of their final application status via email. Step 7: Hire Date — Week of May 4, 2026 How to be Considered for This Exciting Opportunity: Please apply online with a resume, a detailed letter outlining your experience and skills and how they relate to this role with the Service and your mini interview video submission. Your application must be submitted to the Service’s on-line system to be considered for this vacancy and quoting Competition #95-C-25 by 4:00 pm on December 16, 2025.  The Halton Regional Police Service strives to be an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to fairness and equity in employment and our recruitment and selection practices. We encourage and welcome applications from all who may contribute to the further diversification of our organization. Should you require an accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and/or the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) during any stage of the recruitment process, we will work with you to remove any barriers. Please do not hesitate to let us know by contacting us for assistance at civilianrecruiting@haltonpolice.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining our organization. Only those who are selected to advance through the recruitment process will be contacted by our team.