Stewardship Youth Ranger Program
If you were born in 2003, you could apply to be a Stewardship Youth Ranger (护林人) and work on local natural resource management projects for 8 weeks this summer.
Who is eligible: Students born in 2003 (16 or 17 at time of hire, but not turning 18 before December 31, 2020)
NOTE: Each team also requires a team lead, who may be any age and may or may not be a student.
Summer Employment Opportunities
Through the Summer Employment Opportunities program, students are hired each year in a variety of summer positions across the Ontario Public Service, its related agencies and community groups.
Who is eligible: Students aged 15 or older
(Some positions require students to be 15 to 24 or up to 29 for persons with a disability due to program funding.)
Native Youth Work Exchange Program
If you self identify as Native you can apply for an 8-week summer job for up to 3 continuous summers, offered through the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry in partnership with Native communities and organizations.
Who is eligible: Native students: 15-24 years old, and up to 29 years old if you have a disability.
Articling and Summer Law Student Programs
Law students can apply to work for the Ontario government—as either a summer law student or an articling student. If you are experienced with Aboriginal communities or have an interest in Aboriginal law, you can also apply to work specifically in this field as part of the Aboriginal Summer law program.
Who is eligible: The Summer Law Student Program is open to first and second year students enrolled in a law school. To be eligible for the articling program, candidates must have either completed law school at the start of the articling period or have received a certificate of qualification from the National Committee of Accreditation.
