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GIS Data Management Intern

Req ID: 27928 
Vacancy Type: Temporary 
Contract Duration: May - August, 2026
Number of Positions: 1  
Closing Date: 04/08/2026

 

To be considered for this competition, you must be enrolled in a Canadian post‑secondary institution or hold a degree or diploma in Geography, GIS, Urban Planning, or a related field. Please upload proof of your eligibility when submitting your application.

 

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical GIS Student to assist in enhancing our geographic information system (GIS) database. This is a great opportunity to gain proficiency in ArcGIS  while helping the City meet its NG911 requirements.

Duties and Responsibilities

•    Determine building heights and floors for high-rise towers to assist in emergency response planning.
•    Map multi-complex units to improve address accuracy and emergency response times.
•    Identify and map unnamed streets to enhance the completeness of our GIS database.
•    Develop common names for locations to facilitate easier identification and communication.
•    Collaborate with team members to ensure data accuracy and consistency.
•    Assist with other GIS tasks as needed.

Skills and Qualifications

•    Currently enrolled in a Geography, GIS, Urban Planning, or related program.
•    Have a Degree / Diploma in Geography, GIS, Urban Planning or related program
•    Strong understanding of GIS principles and practices.
•    Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•    Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
•    Good communication skills.

Hourly Rate/Salary: 20.29 - 24.11
Hours of Work: 35 
Work Location: Civic Centre  - 300 City Centre Drive, Mississauga
Work Model: This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring employees to be onsite in the office 3 days per week and allowing remote work for the remaining days. Specific in-office days may be set by the team or department to support collaboration and business needs.
Organization Unit: CPS/Data Management 
Department/Division/Section: CPS/Corporate Services Dept , CPS/IT Division , Data Flow Insights 
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. 

Learn more about the City’s commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion.

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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