Job Description
Req ID: 27763
Vacancy Type: Temporary
Contract Duration: May - August, 2026
Number of Positions: 2
Closing Date: 02/15/2026
To be considered for this competition you must be enrolled in a registered co-op program at a Canadian post-secondary institution, and eligible for a Work Term during the specified period. Students must upload proof of enrolment in a co-op program when completing your application.
Job Summary
Visit Mississauga is seeking an enthusiastic and outgoing Summer Co-Op Student to support the Tourism Marketing team during the city’s peak summer season. Reporting to the Tourism Marketing Supervisor, this role focuses on visitor engagement, on-site event execution, and destination promotion at festivals, events, and activations across the city.
This position supports increased visitor engagement during high-demand summer months by providing on-site support at festivals and events, welcoming visitors, sharing destination information, and enhancing the overall visitor experience. The role helps extend the capacity of the Tourism team, ensuring a consistent brand presence, strong customer service, and effective promotion of Mississauga as a vibrant summer destination.
Duties and Responsibilities
Support visitor engagement at summer festivals, events, and community activations
Staff Visit Mississauga booths, activations, and information stations
Welcome guests, engage with visitors and residents, and share destination information
Act as a brand ambassador for Visit Mississauga, delivering a positive and professional visitor experience
Assist with the setup, execution, and tear-down of festivals, events, and marketing activations
Distribute visitor information, promotional materials, and branded merchandise
Support tourism marketing initiatives and campaign execution
Assist with familiarization (FAM) tours, site visits, and partner activations as required
Support on-site visitor surveys, data collection, and post-event reporting
Track, organize, and manage event and promotional materials
Provide customer service by responding to visitor inquiries via email
Assist with administrative duties including data entry, reporting, filing, and document preparation
Support special projects and perform other duties as assigned
Please note: Evening and weekend work is required, particularly during festivals and events.
Skills and Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Marketing, Tourism & Hospitality, Event Management, Communications, or a related field
Strong interest in tourism marketing, events, festivals, and visitor experience
Friendly, professional, and customer-service-oriented attitude
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence engaging the public
Organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Comfortable working outdoors and on your feet for extended periods
Ability to perform light lifting of supplies
Comfortable using computers and digital tools
Must be comfortable traveling to various locations across the City of Mississauga using personal transportation. This role requires attending multiple events and sites, which may involve transporting program materials, supplies, or equipment as needed. Use of a personal vehicle will be compensated at an established per‑kilometre rate.
Knowledge of Mississauga and local attractions is considered an asset
Hourly Rate/Salary: 19.80 - 23.53
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Civic Centre
Organization Unit: P&B/Marketing
Department/Division/Section: P&B/Planning & Building Dept , P&B/Tourism Division , Marketing
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.
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.
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.
Vacancy Type: Temporary
Contract Duration: May - August, 2026
Number of Positions: 2
Closing Date: 02/15/2026
To be considered for this competition you must be enrolled in a registered co-op program at a Canadian post-secondary institution, and eligible for a Work Term during the specified period. Students must upload proof of enrolment in a co-op program when completing your application.
Job Summary
Visit Mississauga is seeking an enthusiastic and outgoing Summer Co-Op Student to support the Tourism Marketing team during the city’s peak summer season. Reporting to the Tourism Marketing Supervisor, this role focuses on visitor engagement, on-site event execution, and destination promotion at festivals, events, and activations across the city.
This position supports increased visitor engagement during high-demand summer months by providing on-site support at festivals and events, welcoming visitors, sharing destination information, and enhancing the overall visitor experience. The role helps extend the capacity of the Tourism team, ensuring a consistent brand presence, strong customer service, and effective promotion of Mississauga as a vibrant summer destination.
Duties and Responsibilities
Support visitor engagement at summer festivals, events, and community activations
Staff Visit Mississauga booths, activations, and information stations
Welcome guests, engage with visitors and residents, and share destination information
Act as a brand ambassador for Visit Mississauga, delivering a positive and professional visitor experience
Assist with the setup, execution, and tear-down of festivals, events, and marketing activations
Distribute visitor information, promotional materials, and branded merchandise
Support tourism marketing initiatives and campaign execution
Assist with familiarization (FAM) tours, site visits, and partner activations as required
Support on-site visitor surveys, data collection, and post-event reporting
Track, organize, and manage event and promotional materials
Provide customer service by responding to visitor inquiries via email
Assist with administrative duties including data entry, reporting, filing, and document preparation
Support special projects and perform other duties as assigned
Please note: Evening and weekend work is required, particularly during festivals and events.
Skills and Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Marketing, Tourism & Hospitality, Event Management, Communications, or a related field
Strong interest in tourism marketing, events, festivals, and visitor experience
Friendly, professional, and customer-service-oriented attitude
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence engaging the public
Organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
Comfortable working outdoors and on your feet for extended periods
Ability to perform light lifting of supplies
Comfortable using computers and digital tools
Must be comfortable traveling to various locations across the City of Mississauga using personal transportation. This role requires attending multiple events and sites, which may involve transporting program materials, supplies, or equipment as needed. Use of a personal vehicle will be compensated at an established per‑kilometre rate.
Knowledge of Mississauga and local attractions is considered an asset
Hourly Rate/Salary: 19.80 - 23.53
Hours of Work: 35
Work Location: Civic Centre
Organization Unit: P&B/Marketing
Department/Division/Section: P&B/Planning & Building Dept , P&B/Tourism Division , Marketing
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.
All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.
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.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Co-Op Student - Tourism position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Mississauga offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
