Special Events Student; Summer Student

Special Events Student (Summer Student 2026)

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Special Events Student (Summer Student 2026)

The City of Kingston is grateful to experience the traditional territories of Anishinabek (Ah-nish-nah-beg), Haudenosaunee (Ho-den-o-show-nee) and Huron-Wendat (huron-wen
· dat). Kingston is a smart, livable city in the heart of eastern Ontario. Its stable and diversified economy includes global corporations, innovative start-ups and all levels of government.

At the City of Kingston, we believe that diversity and inclusion are essential elements of a thriving workplace. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that each individual brings to our team. As we continue to grow, we are dedicated to creating an environment where all employees feel welcomed, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work. The City of Kingston views diversity as its strength and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented communities.

As staff, you play a pivotal role in enhancing people's lives by delivering exceptional, customer-centered services of the highest quality. Within our highly ethical environment, you'll embrace accountability by consistently going above and beyond, actively listening to our customers, creatively addressing their needs, and maintaining unwavering respect for all individuals you serve. As a result, you'll become an integral part of our qualified and dynamic team, recognized for its compassion, excellence, integrity, inclusivity, and adaptability.

The Special Events Student will work in the City’s Arts & Culture Services department and will support various City-led special events, external events, and arts programming, as needed. The Student will primarily support eight City events from May – August and will also work with the City’s external event booking office to provide support to community events.

• Assist with event logistics and implementation, that includes site plans, developing schedules, contact and invitation lists, event debriefs, and emergency plans
• Assist with general event set-up, such as setting up and taking down tents, moving barricades, and organizing event supplies and equipment
• Assist with external community event bookings, that includes regular tracking of events key City bookable parks/sites, collect data from community events on permits and other event booking requirements, and provide information to event organizers
• Research new entertainers and activities for events, with a focus on arts and culture experiences and applying an IIDEA (Indigenization, Inclusivity, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility) lens
• Contact and coordinate with vendors, community partners, and City staff
• Perform administrative duties
• Perform other duties as assigned

• MUST BE ENROLLED IN AND RETURNING TO FULL-TIME POST-SECONDARY STUDIES IN FALL OF 2026 - Verification will be required
• Preference given to university or college students currently studying recreation, arts, education, tourism, event planning or a related program
• Experience with events (arts, culture, or recreation-based) in a coordinating role and/or program development is preferred
• A valid Class "G" driver’s licence and a drivers abstract with no more than three demerit points is required
• Access to own transportation during working hours is considered an asset
• Current First Aid & CPR-B/CPR-C Certification is considered an asset
• Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation.

• Required to work occasional evenings, statutory holidays and weekends, depending on event schedule
• Excellent planning, analytical, communication and problem-solving skills
• Strong organization skills and able to handle pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy
• Working knowledge of computers, MS Word, Excel, Power Point
• Very strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Able to follow instructions and perform assigned duties with limited direct supervision
• Ability to work in a team environment and independently
• Demonstrated customer service…