Landscape Architecture Student

Position Details

• Job Type: Intern/Coop Student (Fixed Term) (Trainee)
• Hours per Week: 35
• Work Term: 4 Month Placement - January to April 2027, with possibility of extending to August 2027
• Rate of Pay: $20.35 to $25.11 per hour
• Department: Landscape Services Section
• Closing Date: November 3, 2026 (closes at 11:59 pm)

The City of Niagara Falls Landscape Services Section requires a Landscape Architecture student to assist the City Landscape Architects and Landscape Coordinator with Park, Streetscape and Natural Area projects. This position will provide the successful applicant with exposure to municipal landscape architecture practice. Work will include hands-on experience with municipal design processes and the opportunity to contribute to real projects. In addition, there will be learning experiences with allied municipal professionals, including engineers and planners.

Rate of pay is commensurate with education level and experience. Compensation is based on the 2026 rate; the 2027 rate is under review.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the production of conceptual and construction drawings.
• Assist with reports, cost estimates, and construction specifications.
• Deliver stakeholder notifications and maintain records, including printing, scanning, and filing.
• Attend and document construction site visits, site meetings, and site inspections.
• Assist with public engagement and public presentations.
• Complete information requests for external stakeholders or municipal staff in various departments.
• Inspect park assets and collect data.
• Undertake research projects to inform project design and decision-making.

Requirements

• Enrolled in full-time post-secondary studies or a recent graduate from a Landscape Architecture program.
• Ability to draw manually.
• Introductory experience using AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Strong drawing rendering skills (manual or digital) are an asset.
• Must possess a valid Class G driver’s licence.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong communication skills.
• Ability to follow simple written and oral instructions and work with minimal supervision, alone or as part of a team.

How to Apply

Please submit your application, including a cover letter and resume, through Workday.

Current City of Niagara Falls employees must apply internally through the Workday Jobs Hub app in their Workday account in order for their application to be processed as an internal applicant.

Accessibility and Accommodation

The City of Niagara Falls is dedicated to creating an accessible and inclusive organization and fostering a workplace culture that reflects the diverse nature of the residents we serve. In accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the City will accommodate the individual needs of candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please contact HRDepartment@niagarafalls.ca or 905-356-7521 ext. 4317.

Additional Information

Personal information is collected under the authority of The Municipal Act and will only be used to determine suitability for this position.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those advancing through the selection process will be contacted.

The City of Niagara Falls is a dynamic and internationally renowned city with a prosperous business community and economic foundation anchored by tourism, manufacturing, retail, and knowledge-based sectors. Located at one of the natural wonders of the world and in the heart of North America's most affluent consumer markets, Niagara Falls is linked to the world by extensive road, rail, air, water, and telecommunication networks. With over 14 million visitors a year and a growing resident population of nearly 100,000, Niagara Falls is a premier place to live, work, and play.