Summer Student Application
There is a wide range of summer student jobs available in the Government of Saskatchewan! To help you apply for those which are a good fit, we have grouped them into categories, each with its own application form. You may apply to as many as you wish, based on your interests, qualifications and experience.
Click on a job category from the list below to learn more about the category and apply.
1. Human Services
For students with education, experience or interest in supporting the care and treatment of clients. Education may include Social Work, Education, etc. (Includes positions at Camp Thunderbird, Candle Lake and at Camp Buffalo, Buffalo Pound).
Typical jobs may include:
- Case Aide Worker
- Research/Policy Officer
- Child & Youth Protection Worker
- Group Activities Aide
- Income Security Worker
- Recreational Therapy Worker
- Verification Worker
2. Facility Operations and General Labour
For students who enjoy working with their hands in an active environment. Work locations may be within a government building or outdoors, including Wascana Centre.
Specific education is not generally required but those studying skilled trades may find these positions a good fit.
Typical jobs may include:
- Groundskeeper
- Maintenance Worker
- Facility Cleaner
- Housekeeper
- Trades Helper
- Kitchen Worker
- Laundry Worker
- Radio Technician
3. Parks and Culture
For students who want to spend a summer in a beautiful Provincial Park while working with campers, staff and the outdoors. Those studying History, Education or Arts are well suited for the Interpreter positions.
Typical jobs may include:
- Park Gate Attendant
- Park Maintenance Worker
- Historic or Nature Interpreter
- Lifeguard/Water Safety Instructor
- Gallery or Museum Interpreter
- Conservation Officer
- Park Ranger
4. Business and Finance
For students with experience or interest in working in a professional business setting. These positions are fitting for those with experience or education in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Marketing, Communications, Human Resources or Policy.
Typical jobs may include:
- Accounting Clerk
- Research/Policy Officer
- Communications Assistant
- Labour Market Information Assistant
5. Office Administration
For students with experience or interest in working in a professional office setting. Specific education is not always required but may be of interest to those studying Business Administration, Arts, Office Education, etc.
Typical jobs may include:
- Document Processing
- Secretary/Admin Assistant
- Data Entry Clerk
- Program Support Worker
- Stockkeeper/Storekeeper
6. Highway Maintenance
For students who enjoy working outside in the summer, working our province's highways and infrastructure. Specific education is not generally required, but those studying skilled trades may find these positions a good fit.
Typical jobs may include:
- Highway Crew Labourer
- Flagperson
- Equipment Operator
7. Science and Engineering
For students with education or experience in areas including Engineering, Biology, Health Sciences, Computer Science, etc. These positions will be a good fit for students with experience in research, testing, surveying, information technology, etc.
Typical jobs may include:
- Lab Assistant
- Engineering Assistant
- Information/Data Analyst
- Pharmacy Assistant
- Research/Policy Officer
8. Geological Survey
For students with education in Geology. These positions include office/lab work and field work. Geological Survey Application closes January 15, 2025.
Typical jobs include:
- Office position with Precambrian Geology/Minerals focus
- Office/Lab position with Oil and Gas focus
- Northern Field Work, Junior
- Northern Field Work, Senior
9. Safety and Security
For students with experience or interest in working in the field of Security or Corrections. These roles will be of interest to those studying Correctional Studies, Aboriginal Policing Preparation, or Human Justice.
Typical jobs include:
- Assistant Deputy Sheriff
- Research/Policy Officer
10. Law
For students pursuing a degree in Law. Law Application closes November 11, 2024.
Typical positions include:
- Legal Research Assistant
- Public Prosecution
11. Agricultural, Environmental and Forestry
For those students studying in fields related to agriculture or the environment.
Typical positions include:
- Agriculture/Agrology
- Horticulturist
- Environmental Researcher
- Forestry Technician
- Research/Policy Officer