The County of Grande Prairie builds on its natural environment and the entrepreneurial spirit of its citizens to provide an unmatched quality of life and opportunity for all. We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Trustworthy, Transparent, Respectful, and Collaborative guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture.

At the County of Grande Prairie, we believe that our region has much to offer and that through sound planning and good policies, we can create the conditions that will foster an entrepreneurial spirit and sustainable prosperous communities.

We're looking for an Economic Development Summer Student who has an interest in marketing the community, business retention, business expansion and investment attraction and a keen interest in learning. If you are looking for practical experience in a busy and dynamic Economic Development Department, are innovative, enjoy multitasking, and are able to easily adapt to changing priorities, you may be the right one to join the team!

Job Duties:

• Review, analyze, comment on, and prepare reports regarding investment attraction opportunities and marketing materials.
• Meet with members of the public and represent the County at public information meetings that may be held with respect to economic development processes.
• Liaise and coordinate with other Country departments, government agencies and adjacent municipalities.
• Presentation of comments and recommendations to Council.
• Aid on long-range projects.
• Conduct research as required.
• Support public engagement activities by attending public events, communicating projects to the public, and facilitating workshops and other activities.
• Participate in other administrative and economic development activities and issues as required.

• At least one-year post-secondary education in a recognized Business, Marketing, Agriculture, Forestry, Graphic Design, Planning or related program.
• Clean Driver's Abstract and valid Class 5 Driver's License

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Friendly and co-operative with the public.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Microsoft office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

This position is Monday to Friday, from 8:30am - 4:30pm and runs from May 1 to August 29, 2025. Some evenings and weekends may be required.

Hourly Wage: $24.95 - $29.36

Closing Date: April 2, 2025

As part of the County of Grande Prairie's commitment to provide a safe and healthy workplace, we encourage and support a scent-free environment.

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

The County of Grande Prairie recognizes and values the principles of fair hiring practices. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] and we will work with you to meet your needs.

• This posting may be used for future vacancies or to fill more than one position
• This posting may be open until a suitable candidate(s) is/are found.

Please note that once your application is complete, you will receive a confirmation email. If we require any additional information we will contact you. Due to the volume of applications received we can only answer questions at the interview stage.