Research Assistant - Canada Summer Job
Top Benefits
About the role
***This position is funded by the Canada Summer Job Grant***
Job Title: Research Assistant
Pay: $23.00/hr
Job Type: Full-time, 9-week contract
Location: Horton Street Goodwill Office
Research Assistant
Goodwill is hiring, join our growing organization today! We are looking for people just like YOU!
The Research Assistant supports Goodwill’s mission by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to generate evidence-based insights that strengthen community partnerships, improve employment outcomes, and support strategic decision-making. This role contributes to research and evaluation projects by gathering public and internal data, engaging stakeholders through surveys and interviews, and helping measure program and community impact.
If you have a passion for making a difference in your community, helping people and the environment – come join Goodwill! We are a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to improving the lives of others through our mission of WORK.
We welcome all backgrounds, knowledge, abilities, and perspectives. We will help train, coach, and support your path of success. We welcome newcomers to the region to apply. Grow your career, skills and reach your full potential.
During the recruitment process, accommodation is available upon request.
About Us
Goodwill Industries, Ontario Great Lakes is a leading non-profit organization committed to changing lives and communities through the power of WORK. Ready to work or not, a job at Goodwill is a path to work readiness. Our organization strives to create a workplace which is welcoming and respectful to all where every employee and member feels valued and supported. Diversity, equity, accessibility and preserving the environment are important to us. Building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and serve is our goal.
Mission:
Changing Lives and communities through the power of WORK.
Vision:
Everyone working and thriving in sustainable communities.
Values:
Inclusion: Embracing all people equally
Compassion: Serving with heart
Aspiring Workforce: Together changing lives through the power of WORK
Respect: Embracing diversity, upholding all people with dignity and trust
Empathy: Ability to walk in each other’s shoes
Why You Will Love Goodwill
We have an amazing team and workplace:
- Diverse, inclusive, and dynamic culture. Employer of choice across Southwestern Ontario who meets the Federal Government’s 50/30 challenge for diversity in leadership.
- Commitment to accessibility and mobility (various walking devices and wheelchair accessible work locations).
- Mission-driven organization committed to the Power of Work.
- Environmentally committed to meeting our goal of zero waste on planet earth.
- Respectful, fun, and supportive team and leadership.
- Accredited through CARF International.
Competitive Compensation Package includes:
- Benefits (dental/health) available for full-time and some part-time positions (based on hours worked).
- Registered Pension Plan opportunity for various roles.
- Employee discount at retail locations.
Exciting career training and coaching:
- Equitable access to skills training & coaching, scholarships, and educational credentials.
Supportive Life and Work Opportunities:
- Individual personal and professional development support with Life Coach & Employee Assistance Program.
- Work-life balance.
What You Will Do
- Support research and evaluation projects through the collection, analysis, and interpretation of public data, internal data, and stakeholder feedback.
- Gather and synthesize information from public sources, sector reports, labour market trends, and community data to identify emerging needs, opportunities, and strategic priorities.
- Conduct interviews, focus groups, surveys, and other engagement activities to collect qualitative insights from stakeholders, partners, employees, and individuals with lived experience.
- Assist in the design, implementation, and administration of evaluation tools such as surveys, questionnaires, dashboards, and feedback mechanisms.
- Participate in the evaluation of program, employment, partnership, and community outcomes through data analysis, trend identification, to support impact measurement.
- Contribute to the development of evidence-based strategies that strengthen organizational impact, partnerships, and future growth opportunities.
What We Are Looking For
- Enthusiastic attitude: excited to work with other people and teams.
- Flexibility: able to work at different times, including days, evenings, and weekends.
- We will help coach on these workplace skills:
- Communication: clear and effective interacting with team members and customers to create a positive workplace.
- Problem solving: finding solutions to problems, being accurate, and using simple math i.e. counting, adding and subtraction.
- Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment. Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
- Between 15-30 years of age at the start of employment.
- Previous or current post-secondary education in social sciences, business, community development, public policy, research, or related field.
- Has experience in research, program evaluation, impact measurement, or community development.
- Strong quantitative and qualitative data collection skills including surveys, interviews, and analysis.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; some experience with dashboards, CRM systems, or Power BI an asset.
- Excellent writing, presentation, and stakeholder communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.
- Knowledge of employment services, nonprofit, or social impact sectors is an asset.
Goodwill Industries OGL thanks all applicants in advance. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
We use automated AI resume screening tools to help assess applications. Final interview selection is made by human staff.
APPLICATON DEADLINE: May 17, 2026
Not the right fit? Search for Research Assistant jobs in London, ON
About Goodwill Industries, Ontario Great Lakes
Goodwill Industries is a non-profit social enterprise that provides work opportunities, skills development and employee and family strengthening for those who face barriers such as disability or social disadvantage. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and serve, and where every team member has the opportunity to reach their full potential.
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Research Assistant - Canada Summer Job
Top Benefits
About the role
***This position is funded by the Canada Summer Job Grant***
Job Title: Research Assistant
Pay: $23.00/hr
Job Type: Full-time, 9-week contract
Location: Horton Street Goodwill Office
Research Assistant
Goodwill is hiring, join our growing organization today! We are looking for people just like YOU!
The Research Assistant supports Goodwill’s mission by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to generate evidence-based insights that strengthen community partnerships, improve employment outcomes, and support strategic decision-making. This role contributes to research and evaluation projects by gathering public and internal data, engaging stakeholders through surveys and interviews, and helping measure program and community impact.
If you have a passion for making a difference in your community, helping people and the environment – come join Goodwill! We are a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to improving the lives of others through our mission of WORK.
We welcome all backgrounds, knowledge, abilities, and perspectives. We will help train, coach, and support your path of success. We welcome newcomers to the region to apply. Grow your career, skills and reach your full potential.
During the recruitment process, accommodation is available upon request.
About Us
Goodwill Industries, Ontario Great Lakes is a leading non-profit organization committed to changing lives and communities through the power of WORK. Ready to work or not, a job at Goodwill is a path to work readiness. Our organization strives to create a workplace which is welcoming and respectful to all where every employee and member feels valued and supported. Diversity, equity, accessibility and preserving the environment are important to us. Building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and serve is our goal.
Mission:
Changing Lives and communities through the power of WORK.
Vision:
Everyone working and thriving in sustainable communities.
Values:
Inclusion: Embracing all people equally
Compassion: Serving with heart
Aspiring Workforce: Together changing lives through the power of WORK
Respect: Embracing diversity, upholding all people with dignity and trust
Empathy: Ability to walk in each other’s shoes
Why You Will Love Goodwill
We have an amazing team and workplace:
- Diverse, inclusive, and dynamic culture. Employer of choice across Southwestern Ontario who meets the Federal Government’s 50/30 challenge for diversity in leadership.
- Commitment to accessibility and mobility (various walking devices and wheelchair accessible work locations).
- Mission-driven organization committed to the Power of Work.
- Environmentally committed to meeting our goal of zero waste on planet earth.
- Respectful, fun, and supportive team and leadership.
- Accredited through CARF International.
Competitive Compensation Package includes:
- Benefits (dental/health) available for full-time and some part-time positions (based on hours worked).
- Registered Pension Plan opportunity for various roles.
- Employee discount at retail locations.
Exciting career training and coaching:
- Equitable access to skills training & coaching, scholarships, and educational credentials.
Supportive Life and Work Opportunities:
- Individual personal and professional development support with Life Coach & Employee Assistance Program.
- Work-life balance.
What You Will Do
- Support research and evaluation projects through the collection, analysis, and interpretation of public data, internal data, and stakeholder feedback.
- Gather and synthesize information from public sources, sector reports, labour market trends, and community data to identify emerging needs, opportunities, and strategic priorities.
- Conduct interviews, focus groups, surveys, and other engagement activities to collect qualitative insights from stakeholders, partners, employees, and individuals with lived experience.
- Assist in the design, implementation, and administration of evaluation tools such as surveys, questionnaires, dashboards, and feedback mechanisms.
- Participate in the evaluation of program, employment, partnership, and community outcomes through data analysis, trend identification, to support impact measurement.
- Contribute to the development of evidence-based strategies that strengthen organizational impact, partnerships, and future growth opportunities.
What We Are Looking For
- Enthusiastic attitude: excited to work with other people and teams.
- Flexibility: able to work at different times, including days, evenings, and weekends.
- We will help coach on these workplace skills:
- Communication: clear and effective interacting with team members and customers to create a positive workplace.
- Problem solving: finding solutions to problems, being accurate, and using simple math i.e. counting, adding and subtraction.
- Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment. Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
- Between 15-30 years of age at the start of employment.
- Previous or current post-secondary education in social sciences, business, community development, public policy, research, or related field.
- Has experience in research, program evaluation, impact measurement, or community development.
- Strong quantitative and qualitative data collection skills including surveys, interviews, and analysis.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; some experience with dashboards, CRM systems, or Power BI an asset.
- Excellent writing, presentation, and stakeholder communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain confidentiality.
- Knowledge of employment services, nonprofit, or social impact sectors is an asset.
Goodwill Industries OGL thanks all applicants in advance. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.
We use automated AI resume screening tools to help assess applications. Final interview selection is made by human staff.
APPLICATON DEADLINE: May 17, 2026
Not the right fit? Search for Research Assistant jobs in London, ON
About Goodwill Industries, Ontario Great Lakes
Goodwill Industries is a non-profit social enterprise that provides work opportunities, skills development and employee and family strengthening for those who face barriers such as disability or social disadvantage. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live and serve, and where every team member has the opportunity to reach their full potential.