Student- Laboratory C0319
About the role
The City of London has implemented the Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression (ARAO) division with the mandate to create and sustain action-focused, positive, and lasting systemic change in the City of London so that race or membership in an equity-denied group does not predict one’s access to opportunities or ability to engage whole heartedly in the London community. To learn more about The City of London’s commitment to Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression, visit the ARAO website.
The City of London wants you to #JOIN THE TEAM. Visit our career webpage to learn more about London and the Top Reasons to work for the City of London.
Title: Student- Laboratory C0319
Job Close Date: Feb 20, 2026
File Number:
3356
Employee Group:
Local 101
Service Area:
Environment and Infrastructure
Division:
Water, Wastewater and Stormwater
Job Type:
Full-Time Temporary (up to 1 year)
# of Openings:
1
Summary of Duties:
The Student will work with the City of London’s Laboratory staff. The Laboratory is accredited under ISO 17025 and analysis must be done according to Laboratory methods. Samples will come from Wastewater treatment plants, surface and groundwater. The solid samples from wastewater treatment plants can generate odours when heated/dried.
Work Performed:
- Report regularly to supervisor on work completed, and assist in other shared duties in the Lab.
- Use of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to transfer analysis data.
- Analysis will be done for suspended solids, total solids, volatile solids, pH and alkalinity and other analysis as needed.
- Quality Control methods are to be reviewed by the student to ensure accurate and reliable results.
Qualifications:
Student must be enrolled in a Full-Time studies academic program within the disciplines of: Science, Environmental Technology, Lab Sciences, Chemistry, Biology and/or a related area of study.
Student must be returning to Full-Time studies in September 2026.
Also Student may be required to have:
- Excellent attention to detail in performing sample analysis and following methods
- Excellent Time Management skills
- Excellent Excel skills
- Initiative and organizational skills.
- Ability and willingness to work both independently and as part of a team.
Compensation & Other Information:
$23.11/hr.
This posting is for (1) student opportunity for up to 4 months staring in May 2026- September 2026.
This position is arranged to be in-person.
Police Record Check:
The successful applicant is required to obtain a Criminal Record Check (CRC).
As an inclusive employer, we are committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. Please contact us at any time during the recruitment process and let us know what accessible supports you may need.
Phone: 519-661-4930, TTY: 519-661-4889, Email: mycareer@london.ca**.**
About CITY OF LONDON
The City of London is a historic financial district, home to both the Stock Exchange and the Bank of England. Modern corporate skyscrapers tower above the vestiges of medieval alleyways below. Affluent workers frequent its smart restaurants and bars. Tourists visit iconic, 17th-century St. Paul’s Cathedral, trace the city’s history at the Museum of London, and take in performances at the huge Barbican arts centre.
Student- Laboratory C0319
About the role
The City of London has implemented the Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression (ARAO) division with the mandate to create and sustain action-focused, positive, and lasting systemic change in the City of London so that race or membership in an equity-denied group does not predict one’s access to opportunities or ability to engage whole heartedly in the London community. To learn more about The City of London’s commitment to Anti-Racism and Anti-Oppression, visit the ARAO website.
The City of London wants you to #JOIN THE TEAM. Visit our career webpage to learn more about London and the Top Reasons to work for the City of London.
Title: Student- Laboratory C0319
Job Close Date: Feb 20, 2026
File Number:
3356
Employee Group:
Local 101
Service Area:
Environment and Infrastructure
Division:
Water, Wastewater and Stormwater
Job Type:
Full-Time Temporary (up to 1 year)
# of Openings:
1
Summary of Duties:
The Student will work with the City of London’s Laboratory staff. The Laboratory is accredited under ISO 17025 and analysis must be done according to Laboratory methods. Samples will come from Wastewater treatment plants, surface and groundwater. The solid samples from wastewater treatment plants can generate odours when heated/dried.
Work Performed:
- Report regularly to supervisor on work completed, and assist in other shared duties in the Lab.
- Use of Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to transfer analysis data.
- Analysis will be done for suspended solids, total solids, volatile solids, pH and alkalinity and other analysis as needed.
- Quality Control methods are to be reviewed by the student to ensure accurate and reliable results.
Qualifications:
Student must be enrolled in a Full-Time studies academic program within the disciplines of: Science, Environmental Technology, Lab Sciences, Chemistry, Biology and/or a related area of study.
Student must be returning to Full-Time studies in September 2026.
Also Student may be required to have:
- Excellent attention to detail in performing sample analysis and following methods
- Excellent Time Management skills
- Excellent Excel skills
- Initiative and organizational skills.
- Ability and willingness to work both independently and as part of a team.
Compensation & Other Information:
$23.11/hr.
This posting is for (1) student opportunity for up to 4 months staring in May 2026- September 2026.
This position is arranged to be in-person.
Police Record Check:
The successful applicant is required to obtain a Criminal Record Check (CRC).
As an inclusive employer, we are committed to providing a fully accessible recruitment process. Please contact us at any time during the recruitment process and let us know what accessible supports you may need.
Phone: 519-661-4930, TTY: 519-661-4889, Email: mycareer@london.ca**.**
About CITY OF LONDON
The City of London is a historic financial district, home to both the Stock Exchange and the Bank of England. Modern corporate skyscrapers tower above the vestiges of medieval alleyways below. Affluent workers frequent its smart restaurants and bars. Tourists visit iconic, 17th-century St. Paul’s Cathedral, trace the city’s history at the Museum of London, and take in performances at the huge Barbican arts centre.