Events and Tourism Summer Student

This posting is for one hourly position from May - August 2026

We are seeking an energetic customer focused post-secondary student to use their event planning experience to execute the day to day activities critical to ensuring the success of key summer events at Strathcona Events and Tourism Summer Student will be responsible for assisting with the organization of the Savour Strathcona culinary event and representing the County at the Go Getter Summer Tourism pop up as well support other workin conjunctionwith the Economic Development team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the event planner to coordinate the planning promotion and execution of theSavour Strathcona culinary event celebrating local food and art
• Assist with executing initiatives pertaining to the tourism strategy including the Go Getter visitor information pop up tent curating personalized itineraries and assisting with other tourism activities
• Assist with various Economic Development and Tourism activities including small business programsarranging business visits and supporting monthly webinars as directed by team members
• Visit various business districts to identify businesses for inclusion and update in the business directory database
• Assist withcampaign coordination and content updates and data entry for department software/toolsand other tasks related to investment attraction and economic diversification
• Research small business grants programs andfunding
• Develop various written materials for publications as directed by department staff
• Answer and direct e-mail and telephone inquiries draft documents and presentations and assist with scheduling meetings with restaurants and businesses including preparation of meeting materials and handling logistics

Qualificationsand Skills:

• Minimum third year enrollment in a degree/diploma program in business communications tourism event planning or other related discipline plus one-year experience

• Event Management experience is highly desirable

• Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills

• Initiative and confidence to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment and meet tight timelines using keen time management skills

• Attention to detail and results oriented with the ability to handle confidential information

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite social media and a variety of related software programs

• Experience communicating or interacting with clients or the public in both small and large group settings

Conditions of Employment:

• Valid Alberta Class 5 Drivers licence with access to reliable transportation with the ability to transport event items as needed

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position walking some lifting bending pushing and pulling

Who we are:

Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of vision is to become Canadas most livable community where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity respect safety fairness and cooperation.

Why Join Strathcona County: (depending on position)

• Competitive salary and benefits package which includes:

  • Health and wellness spending account

  • Employee and family assistance program

• Commitment to employee development through internal and external training and development opportunities.

• Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace.

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive respectful and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

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