Student Placement Opportunity
Non-Paid Student position

Position Summary

Durham Children’s Aid Society is seeking a post-secondary student to join our Human Resources team. This role offers a unique chance to gain meaningful, hands-on experience in a dynamic and supportive HR environment. As the HR Student, you will work alongside our Compensation and HRIS Specialist, Learning & Development Analyst, and our HR Coordinator gaining valuable insight into how HR technology and systems influence today’s workplace. You will support key functions such as generating employee reports, analyzing HR data, and researching job market trends to inform strategic planning.

Beyond technical tasks, you will play an active role in developing and delivering internal communications and training initiatives. You will also receive training on the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and learn how to apply accessibility principles to communication and learning formats.

This placement is designed to help you build essential, transferable skills in areas like communication, data analysis, project coordination, and inclusive workplace practices. You will also gain exposure to the non-union side of a unionized environment, offering a well-rounded perspective on HR best practices, learning and development strategies, and organizational culture.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary institution (college or university) in a Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with HRIS systems (e.g. Dayforce) considered an asset.

Additional Information

Candidates must undergo and successfully pass a background check before an offer of employment may be made. Proof of education is required.

About Us

Durham Children’s Aid Society has been supporting families and protecting children in our community since 1905. We are responsible for providing child protection services to children and youth under the age of 18, and their families, who live in Durham Region.

We work with families and our community partners to help children grow up safe and healthy. In most instances, we are able to keep children safe in their family home by working with their primary caregivers to address any challenges they may be facing.

Learn more about us at www.durhamcas.ca.

Our Commitment To Diversity

We strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. Our commitment to equity is grounded in an institution-wide commitment to achieving a working, teaching, and learning environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. We actively seek candidates from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, women, and people with differing abilities (including people who have experienced mental health and substance use challenges).

We are committed to a selection process and work environment that is inclusive and barrier free. Accommodation will be provided in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.

What We Offer

We offer an inclusive work environment. Our office is well situated on Taunton Road and is transit accessible. Most positions are eligible for hybrid work in accordance with our Flexible Work Arrangement policy. We offer a comprehensive and competitive compensation package, including a defined benefits pension plan with the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS). Learn more at www.durhamcas.ca/careers.

Please apply by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, August 8, 2025, through our career’s portal: Careers - Durham Children's Aid Society (durhamcas.ca).

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.