Summer Student - Transportation & Climate Action
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##Summer Student - Transportation & Climate Action
Job Requisition JR-2026-68 Summer Student - Transportation & Climate Action (Open)
Job Family CUPE
Start Date 2026-03-12
End Date 2026-03-27
Primary Posting No
External Posting URL Careers
Description Internal Closing Date: Mar 20, 2026
External Closing Date:
Mar 27, 2026
Note: Posting comes off at 12:00AM on the closing date, with the competition closing at 11:59pm the day prior.
Hourly Rate: 21.62
Minimum Weekly Hours: 35
May 2026 - August 2026, approximately.
Hourly rate plus 4% in lieu of vacation
Reporting to the Specialist, Climate Action, this position carries out a variety of general duties associated with the City’s Climate Action Plan and the new Transportation Plan.
Duties Include:
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Coordinate, promote, and attend the City of Vernon’s (COV) bike valet service to provide safe bike storage in downtown Vernon, Polson Park, and at community events.
-
Organize the bike valet schedule for staff and volunteers.
-
Train, schedule and coordinate volunteers for the bike valet.
-
Store and transport bike valet equipment, such as bike racks, tent, table, signage, etc.
-
Source program materials, such as bike valet tickets and signage.
-
Support the development and delivery of communications and marketing materials.
-
Communicate with the public and promote the Transportation and Climate Action plans.
-
Support the creation and delivery of transportation and climate action community workshops.
-
Help facilitate GoByBike Week activities.
-
Assist with the promotion and coordination of the social bike rides.
-
Collect transportation data by helping with traffic and cycling counts.
-
Collaborate with the Youth Climate Corps BC Vernon team.
-
Assist with other related outreach activities, such as the safe street initiative.
-
Develop knowledge of related COV plans and programs (e.g., Official Community Plan).
Required Education and Experience:
-
Currently enrolled and returning to post-secondary studies.
-
Related work or volunteer experience.
-
Valid BC Drivers’ License Class 5.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Comfortable riding a bike or other active modes of transportation in an urban setting.
-
Knowledge of Vernon’s community with experience participating in COV activities or community events that provided opportunities to interact with the public.
-
Solid organizational and planning skills.
-
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including speaking in group settings.
-
Ability to independently coordinate several projects at one time.
-
Experience with volunteerism.
-
Basic awareness of the new Transportation Plan and the Climate Action Plan
-
Competency with Microsoft 365 and Google Suite.
-
Aptitude for generating social media content (e.g., photo, video, and written posts).
-
Available to regularly work evening shifts, as well as some weekends and statutory holidays.
-
Capable of lifting a maximum of 50lbs, with frequent lifting and carrying of items up to 20lbs.
-
Participate in a creative team setting and in group problem solving.
-
Willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions, including heat and rain, within reasonable safety precautions.
-
Enjoys working with the public and demonstrates strong customer service abilities
-
Enthusiasm for active transportation and climate initiatives.
To Apply: Please submit your resume, quoting the appropriate competition online atvernon.ca/careersby selecting “apply” and creating a candidate profile.
-
Internal applicants are asked to apply using their worker profile.
By making application, you are authorizing the City of Vernon to verify, through whatever means deemed appropriate, any information included in your applicant profile.
The City of Vernon wishes to thank all applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that we are unable to accept phone calls regarding application status.
Worker Sub-TypeFixed Term (Under 1 Year) (Fixed Term)
LocationCommunity Services Building
Time TypeFull time
Supervisory OrganizationClimate Action
Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : Experience an asset
About City of Vernon, CA
Vernon is a city in the Okanagan region of the Southern Interior of British Columbia, Canada. It is 440 km (270 mi) northeast of Vancouver. Named after Forbes George Vernon, a former MLA of British Columbia who helped establish the Coldstream Ranch in nearby Coldstream, the City of Vernon was incorporated on December 30, 1892. The City of Vernon has a population of 40,000 (2013), while its metropolitan region, Greater Vernon, has a population of 58,584 as of the Canada 2011 Census.
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Summer Student - Transportation & Climate Action
Top Benefits
About the role
##Summer Student - Transportation & Climate Action
Job Requisition JR-2026-68 Summer Student - Transportation & Climate Action (Open)
Job Family CUPE
Start Date 2026-03-12
End Date 2026-03-27
Primary Posting No
External Posting URL Careers
Description Internal Closing Date: Mar 20, 2026
External Closing Date:
Mar 27, 2026
Note: Posting comes off at 12:00AM on the closing date, with the competition closing at 11:59pm the day prior.
Hourly Rate: 21.62
Minimum Weekly Hours: 35
May 2026 - August 2026, approximately.
Hourly rate plus 4% in lieu of vacation
Reporting to the Specialist, Climate Action, this position carries out a variety of general duties associated with the City’s Climate Action Plan and the new Transportation Plan.
Duties Include:
-
Coordinate, promote, and attend the City of Vernon’s (COV) bike valet service to provide safe bike storage in downtown Vernon, Polson Park, and at community events.
-
Organize the bike valet schedule for staff and volunteers.
-
Train, schedule and coordinate volunteers for the bike valet.
-
Store and transport bike valet equipment, such as bike racks, tent, table, signage, etc.
-
Source program materials, such as bike valet tickets and signage.
-
Support the development and delivery of communications and marketing materials.
-
Communicate with the public and promote the Transportation and Climate Action plans.
-
Support the creation and delivery of transportation and climate action community workshops.
-
Help facilitate GoByBike Week activities.
-
Assist with the promotion and coordination of the social bike rides.
-
Collect transportation data by helping with traffic and cycling counts.
-
Collaborate with the Youth Climate Corps BC Vernon team.
-
Assist with other related outreach activities, such as the safe street initiative.
-
Develop knowledge of related COV plans and programs (e.g., Official Community Plan).
Required Education and Experience:
-
Currently enrolled and returning to post-secondary studies.
-
Related work or volunteer experience.
-
Valid BC Drivers’ License Class 5.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
-
Comfortable riding a bike or other active modes of transportation in an urban setting.
-
Knowledge of Vernon’s community with experience participating in COV activities or community events that provided opportunities to interact with the public.
-
Solid organizational and planning skills.
-
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including speaking in group settings.
-
Ability to independently coordinate several projects at one time.
-
Experience with volunteerism.
-
Basic awareness of the new Transportation Plan and the Climate Action Plan
-
Competency with Microsoft 365 and Google Suite.
-
Aptitude for generating social media content (e.g., photo, video, and written posts).
-
Available to regularly work evening shifts, as well as some weekends and statutory holidays.
-
Capable of lifting a maximum of 50lbs, with frequent lifting and carrying of items up to 20lbs.
-
Participate in a creative team setting and in group problem solving.
-
Willing and able to work outside in all weather conditions, including heat and rain, within reasonable safety precautions.
-
Enjoys working with the public and demonstrates strong customer service abilities
-
Enthusiasm for active transportation and climate initiatives.
To Apply: Please submit your resume, quoting the appropriate competition online atvernon.ca/careersby selecting “apply” and creating a candidate profile.
-
Internal applicants are asked to apply using their worker profile.
By making application, you are authorizing the City of Vernon to verify, through whatever means deemed appropriate, any information included in your applicant profile.
The City of Vernon wishes to thank all applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that we are unable to accept phone calls regarding application status.
Worker Sub-TypeFixed Term (Under 1 Year) (Fixed Term)
LocationCommunity Services Building
Time TypeFull time
Supervisory OrganizationClimate Action
Education : Other trades certificate or diploma
Experience : Experience an asset
About City of Vernon, CA
Vernon is a city in the Okanagan region of the Southern Interior of British Columbia, Canada. It is 440 km (270 mi) northeast of Vancouver. Named after Forbes George Vernon, a former MLA of British Columbia who helped establish the Coldstream Ranch in nearby Coldstream, the City of Vernon was incorporated on December 30, 1892. The City of Vernon has a population of 40,000 (2013), while its metropolitan region, Greater Vernon, has a population of 58,584 as of the Canada 2011 Census.