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With a population of 32,097, Parkland County offers a range of municipal services and a vibrant mix of agricultural, residential, industrial and recreational opportunities. This unique rural area is situated on the west outskirts of Edmonton, just 20 minutes from downtown, and stretching over 2438 sq. km. of picturesque landscapes.
Parkland County has a temporary, full-time position for a Communications Summer Student working approximately end of April to end of August 2025. Under the direction of the Supervisor, Communications, the Summer Student will assist the communications team in responding to emergencies, support public events throughout the County, write articles and take photos for the Your Parkland newsletter, work on videos and coordinate posts for Parkland County’s social media accounts and website. This position is a great opportunity for Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or Marketing students looking to gain valuable experience in municipal promotion and communications.
The ideal candidate would have the following:
The total rewards package for this position includes:
An hourly rate of pay of $25.55 to $28.74 based on a 35-hour work week with flexible scheduling availability including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Parkland County offers a total rewards package including competitive pay, access to our confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program, and 4% vacation pay and 4.8% statutory holiday pay in addition to your regular earnings. Our organization offers access to physical fitness including an employee on site gym and lunch exercise programs, a Social Club, a mental health committee, and a comprehensive training program with extensive learning and development opportunities. Visit our careers page to view our Total Rewards Package for this position!
Additional Information
Interested Candidates are Invited to Apply Online at careers.parklandcounty.com by Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Applications will only be considered through the Parkland County website.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that welcomes, respects and values the multivariate diversity of current and prospective employees. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodation throughout the recruitment and employment process. If you have any questions regarding this, please connect with our team at humanresources@parklandcounty.com
