Careers and Volunteering

Kawartha Conservation has partnered with Sir Sandford Fleming College and will be accepting applications for positions from students in environmental programs that require a two-week unpaid field placement in April.  Please see below for placement descriptions.

Working within the Kawartha Conservation watershed, this individual will contribute to the watershed monitoring team by assisting with stream temperature monitoring, flow measurement and water sampling, with other opportunities as they arise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with surface water monitoring programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

 Qualifications:

• Must be currently undertaking an Environmental program at Sir Sandford Fleming College.

• Proficient in Microsoft applications.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Ability and aptitude for field work, occasionally under physically demanding conditions or inclement weather.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Valid CPR and First Aid certification an asset.
• Valid M.T.O. driver’s licence with a clean driving record a necessity.

Location:  A combination of field, office and remote work.

** Successful candidates must complete KRCA health and safety training at the start of placement **

Applicants are required to electronically submit a cover letter that specifically demonstrates how they meet the position qualifications above, with a resume in one MS WORD or ADOBE PDF, academic transcript, letter of reference from a professor and field supervisor contact information no later than February 10, 2023.

APPLY HERE

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for further screening, or an interview will be contacted. 

All personal information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Kawartha Conservation is an inclusive employer. Accommodations are available under the Ontario’s Human Rights Code.