Human Resources Co-Op Student

Posted: January 16, 2026

Position Type: Temporary, Full-Time

Anticipated Contract Start/End Date: May 4, 2026 to August 28, 2026

Location: Port Elgin, ON

Vacancies: 1 (new vacancy)

Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Hourly Wage: $21.60

Saugeen Shores: Both city and town, wrapped in a village.

Choosing to work and live in Saugeen Shores gives you an unparalleled choice of easy-going lifestyles, economic opportunities, and nature at every turn. You can truly create your own village in this growing, diverse community of neighborhoods and amenities. Replace long commutes with easy lakeshore rides, and choose to be as active or relaxed as you want to be. Make all these great choices without sacrificing family life, schools, and even access to the wide world. Nestled on the shores of Lake Huron with forests and farms all around, Saugeen Shores is the promise of both cities and towns, wrapped in a village.

The Team:

We take our team-first culture so seriously that we wrote a Team Saugeen Charter to celebrate and protect it. Our shared role is to keep Saugeen Shores safe, well-serviced, growing, and vibrant in ways that respect the public and reflect our members. We develop careers from the inside first, engage each other personally and professionally, welcome change, and embrace new ideas. We do more than live with work processes; we seek to continuously improve them. And we have each other's backs—because that is what great teams do.

Join Us:

As a summer student, you'll have the opportunity to experience all that Saugeen Shores has to offer while contributing to our vibrant community. Whether you're looking to gain valuable work experience, enjoy the natural beauty of Lake Huron, or be part of a supportive and dynamic team, Saugeen Shores is the place for you. Apply now and start your journey with us

About the Role:

We are searching for detailed-oriented and enthusiastic student to join our team for the 2026 summer. As the Human Resources Co-Op Student, reporting to the Manager, Human Resources, you will support the Human Resources Division in delivering high-quality HR services, programs, and initiatives. This role offer hands-on experience in various HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, training coordination, and HR administration.

Responsibilities:

• Support key HR processes with the support of the Manager and team, including recruitment process (posting job openings, screening resumes, and scheduling interviews), onboarding and offboarding, and performance management.
• Attend Job Fairs and other recruiting events as needed.
• Identify and develop process improvements and work instructions with a continuous improvement and efficiency mindset.
• Maintain and update employee records and HR databases.
• Provide administrative support to the HR team, including preparing documents and reports.
• Respond to employee inquiries and provide assistance as needed.
• Assist in organizing and coordinating employee training and development programs.
• Participate in HR projects and initiatives, such as employee engagement surveys, diversity and inclusion programs, and employee events.

Education/Specialized Training/Knowledge:

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary degree or diploma in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Good academic standing required.
• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Microsoft 365, Word) and thorough knowledge of office procedures and office equipment.

Skills and competencies you bring to the role:

• Adaptability: You can adapt efficiently and effectively in response to new processes and changing circumstances.
• Attention to Detail: You have strong attention to detail by exhibiting thoroughness and accuracy in accomplishing a task. You are highly organized and can process detailed information effectively and consistently.
• Analytical: You can collect and analyze information and apply logic and rationale when solving problems and making decisions.
• Communication: You have proven ability to communicate technical and complex information successfully and confidently both verbally and in writing.
• Confidentiality: You can handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Interpersonal: You exhibit strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively with diverse partners.
• Customer Service: You have excellent customer service skills.
• Organizational: You are highly organized, and you can process detailed information effectively and consistently.
• Willingness to learn: You have a proactive and positive attitude with a willingness to learn. You can work autonomously and seek out resources independently with limited direction.

Application Process:

If you're interested in joining our team, click the "Apply Now" at the top and/or bottom of the job posting to start the application process by the posting closing date. We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Town of Saugeen Shores is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). The Town of Saugeen Shores will make every effort to accommodate applicants with disabilities in its recruitment and selection process. Information received relating to accommodation needs of applicants will be addressed confidentially in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990 and will be used for the purpose of this employment opportunity only.

If you require an accommodation to submit your resume for an employment opportunity, or for more information on accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Coordinator at or by phone at x.161.