CAREERS

POST DATE: May 2, 2025

CLOSING DATE: May 16, 2025

TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT: Summer Student Contract

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a motivated and environmentally passionate Summer Student to join our team as an Ecological Technician. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in environmental conservation, invasive species management, and community engagement along the Lake Huron North region. The Field Assistant will work closely with our Project Coordinator to support ongoing conservation projects and

initiatives.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Invasive Species Management

• Utilize backpack sprayers to manage invasive Phragmites populations in targeted areas.

• Organize and lead volunteer events, including Himalayan Balsam pulls, to promote community involvement in invasive species control.

• Conduct field mapping and data collection of invasive Phragmites populations using GIS tools and mobile mapping applications.

Project Support

• Assist in the development and implementation of conservation initiatives with partner organizations, including but not limited to:

• Constructing and installing fishing line recycling stations.

• Monitoring and reporting on Hemlock Woolly Adelgid and other environmental concerns within the Lake Huron North region.

• Maintain accurate and detailed field notes, data records, and volunteer engagement logs.

Community Engagement

• Collaborate with community members and stakeholders to raise awareness about invasive species and their impact on local ecosystems.

• Provide information and education during volunteer events and outreach activities.

General Field Work

• Assist with general field operations, including equipment maintenance, site preparation, and clean-up.

• Adhere to all safety protocols and environmental best practices during field activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma

• The ideal candidate would be attending a post secondary institution or has just graduated

ELIGIBILITY FOR CANADA SUMMER JOBS PROGRAM

In order to be eligible, participants must:

• Be between 15-30 years of age, at the start of the funded position.

• Be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or someone to whom Refugee Status has been granted/conferred.

• Have a valid SIN

International students, and those who are here in Canada on a work, youth, or visitor visa/permit are not eligible

for the program.

NOTICE TO ALL APPLICANTS

Confidentiality of all applicants assured. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted and we thank all other applicants for their interest. 

The Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre welcomes a diverse workforce. As a non-for-profit organization, we are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace. If you require any accommodations, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@ssmic.com, or Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre, 99 Foster

Drive, Level Six, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, P6A 5X6 by 4 pm on Friday, May 16, 2025.

POST DATE:  May 13, 2025

CLOSING DATE:  May 20, 2025

TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT:  Summer Student Contract

JOB SUMMARY

The Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre is currently looking for a Web Developer to join our Development Group. Under the direction of the Software Development Manager, the successful candidate will assist in designing, developing, testing, documenting and maintaining numerous software solutions. This role provides a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience by contributing to SSMIC’s development team.  

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Requirements Definition/Analysis, Software Design, Coding, Quality Assurance, Code Maintenance, and Deployment on internal projects

• The candidate will be working with other developers building business/manufacturing applications, web-based apps, web services, etc. using Microsoft framework with SQL database and HTML

• Successful candidate MUST have excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Write technical documentation for projects

• Self-starter, well organized, able to balance multiple priorities, ability to work with people and a strong desire to expand knowledge

• Technologies that will be immediately used are Microsoft Framework, Angular, SQL Server database fundamentals 

• Understand and follow local development standards

• Provide programming services to interface with existing systems

• Meet with the project team regularly (weekly) and review project status

• Regularly commit code using version control software

• Develop software based on functional and technical specifications

QUALIFICATIONS  

• High School Diploma

• The ideal candidate would be attending a post secondary institution or has just graduated

• Experience in C#.Net, MS SQL Server DB, HTML and CSS

• Familiarity with JavaScript, JQuery and other Frameworks such as Angular.js, Node.js and React

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience with Visual Studio, other IDEs

• Knowledge of mobile applications and HTML5 would be an added advantage

• Related work experience will be an asset

• Understanding of the software development lifecycle (multiple styles preferable)

• Excellent analytical / trouble shooting skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to write clear project documentation

• Solid understanding of IT systems, software and processes

ELIGIBILITY FOR CANADA SUMMER JOBS PROGRAM

In order to be eligible, participants must: 

• Be between 15-30 years of age, at the start of the funded position. 

• Be a Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or someone to whom Refugee Status has been granted/conferred. 

• Have a valid SIN 

 International students, and those who are here in Canada on a work, youth, or visitor visa/permit are not eligible for the program. 

NOTICE TO ALL APPLICANTS

Confidentiality of all applicants assured. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted and we thank all other applicants for their interest.

The Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre welcomes a diverse workforce. As a non-for-profit organization, we are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace. If you require any accommodations, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@ssmic.com, or Sault Ste. Marie Innovation Centre, 99 Foster Drive, Level Six, Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, P6A 5X6 by 4 pm on Tuesday, May 20, 2025.