Tourism Industry Development Assistant Student

Port Hope is a uniquely attractive place to work, highlighted by the future development of the world's largest nuclear plant, which promises cutting-edge infrastructure and economic stability. This diversification into nuclear energy complements the area's strong economic base in agriculture and manufacturing, securing a stable job market. Employees will engage with advanced technology and industry experts, enhancing professional development. The community's warmth promotes work-life balance, supported by cultural festivals and heritage sites. Proximity to Toronto/GTA provides urban access, while the area's natural beauty invites outdoor recreation. High-quality education and healthcare, low crime rates, and a commitment to environmental sustainability make Port Hope an exceptional place to live and work, fostering both professional and personal growth.

The Municipality of Port Hope is hiring a Summer Student to support tourism readiness and early-stage tourism industry-building. This supervised position provides career-related experience in economic development, tourism, community research, and stakeholder engagement. 

Role Purpose: Strengthen municipal tourism readiness by delivering early-stage industry-building tasks (tourism business outreach, registry development, asset mapping, wayfinding assessment, and digital audits) and supporting visitor servicing during peak periods where required. 

Benefits and Perks

• Optional OMERS Pension Plan from the date of hire
• Work-life Balance Initiatives
• Wellness, Social and Staff Ambassador Committees
• Employee and Family Assistance Plan
• Perks and Savings Partnerships

Compensation and Work Term
$18.54 to $20.11 per hour
June to August
Location: Hybrid (office-based work with field visits for mapping and business outreach)

Qualifications

• Student currently enrolled in secondary or post-secondary education, or within six months of graduation. Post-secondary education in economic development, tourism management, or marketing would be considered an asset. 
• Experience in Customer Service or Tourism role considered an asset. 
• Experience living or working in Port Hope or surrounding area considered an asset.  

Responsibilities

• Conduct a tourism business calling initiative, using a structured calling script to validate services, capture business needs, and identify opportunities and constraints related to visitor readiness. 
• Undertake a digital audit of tourism-related businesses to assess online presence, accuracy of visitor information (hours, directions, booking), accessibility information, and overall readiness for inclusion in municipal channels. 
• Build and maintain a tourism business registry including contact information, offer type, seasonality, accessibility notes, and visitor information quality indicators. 
• Undertake a wayfinding assessment focused on visitor decision points (parking, washrooms, river access, cultural sites, trailheads, downtown anchors) and document gaps and quick-win recommendations. 
• Perform an asset mapping exercise to catalog cultural sites, natural and built attractions, trails, public amenities, and related businesses, including underutilized and hidden assets identified through outreach. 
• Support visitor servicing as needed during peak weekends or events by assisting with pop-up visitor information, distributing maps/itineraries, and logging common visitor inquiries.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to coordinate and execute numerous tasks across multiple technologies, contacts, and projects. 
• Strong interpersonal skills.  
• Ability to think creatively as part of team.

Other

• A passion for helping others, serving community, and providing exceptional experiences to visitors.
• Valid and satisfactory 'G' driver's license and access to own vehicle.
• Valid and satisfactory Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check. 
• Office environment with some field work and with some requirement to work hours outside of normal schedule.  
• Some travel required 
• Regular interruptions, competing priorities and time sensitive deadlines. 

Submit an Application
Please submit your cover letter and resume online at  on or before Monday March 23, 2026. This position is currently vacant.

Recruitment Process

The Municipality of Port Hope is a progressive employer who believes a diverse and inclusive workplace strengthens the team and fosters an environment where everyone feels as though they belong and their dignity, beliefs and identity are respected.

We are committed to creating and sustaining an environment that provides a supportive workplace and equal opportunity for all employees. Accommodations can be requested throughout the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.

Applications will be reviewed, and interviews may be scheduled prior to the job posting closing date. All applicants will receive an automated email confirming the submission of their application, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be further contacted by Human Resources.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Municipal Act, as amended.

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