Parkland Food Bank is hiring outgoing, confident, and community-driven Summer Students to serve as ambassadors of our organization throughout the Tri-Municipal Region. These roles are highly public-facing and are ideal for individuals who are comfortable engaging with the public, leading events, and representing a well-established community organization.
Summer Students will play a key role in our outreach efforts and must be prepared to confidently share the mission, history, programs, and impact of Parkland Food Bank with community members, volunteers, donors, and corporate partners.
Position Details:
- Number of Positions: 4
- Paid Hours: 30 hours per week
- Placement Length: 9 weeks within the months of June, July and August (must be available all summer)
- Rate of Pay: $17.00/hour
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate food drives at local grocery stores, serving as the primary Parkland Food Bank representatives onsite
- Actively engage with the public by answering questions and explaining the mission and impact of Parkland Food Bank
- Support and attend community events, presentations, and outreach initiatives on behalf of Parkland Food Bank
- Assist with the 2026 Corporate Food Drive Challenge (and other events), including partner engagement and event support
- Help maintain the community garden (watering, weeding, harvesting) as part of our food security initiatives
- Provide general support across departments within the food bank, including volunteer engagement and warehouse operations
Expectations for Success:
- Comfort and confidence leading events and speaking with the public, both one-on-one and in group settings
- Willingness to immerse yourself in the history, programs, and impact of Parkland Food Bank, including retaining key facts and statistics to share accurately
- Ability to represent the organization professionally, positively, and confidently at all times
- Flexibility to work mornings, afternoon, evenings and weekends
Qualifications:
- Strong passion for community service and food security
- Excellent communication, organization, and teamwork skills
- Ability to lift up to 20 kg and work outdoors in varying conditions
- Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle
Join Parkland Food Bank this summer and become a key part of the face and voice of our organization while making a meaningful difference in the community.
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter to hr@parklandfoodbank.org
Application Deadline: May 8, 2026
Please note that as the Government of Canada has funded these jobs through the Canada Summer Jobs Program, applicants must be between the ages of 15-30 and legally entitled to work in Canada. This includes Canadian Citizens, permanent residents, or persons on whom refugee protection has been conferred. International students are not eligible.
