Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) Program - 2026 student jobs! - Ontario Public Service

Summer jobs with the Ontario Public Service (OPS)

Are you a student or recent graduate looking for an exciting opportunity to develop new skills, gain practical work experience, and expand your professional network? The Ontario Public Service (OPS) is hiring thousands of positions through our Summer Employment Opportunities (SEO) program where you can contribute to meaningful work within one of our ministries, provincial agencies, or community groups. We pride ourselves on being a diverse and inclusive employer, offering the resources and opportunities you need to feel fulfilled and inspired in your work. Information to assist you with the application process, along with helpful advice and tips, are available on the Summer Employment Opportunities website.

Are you bilingual in French and English?

If so, visit our BILINGUAL SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES job board for all the bilingual (French/English) summer student opportunities we have available!

Please visit Ontario Public Service Careers website for details on all summer 2026 job postings. Note: application deadlines vary by posting.

What you bring to the team:

General Program Eligibility Criteria

You must meet all eligibility criteria by the first day of employment (contracts begin between May and July):

• Student Status: You must be enrolled in a secondary or post-secondary institution (currently or for the fall semester) OR you must have graduated within the past six months (for example, if you graduated in December, you can apply for and start a summer student position up until June of the following year).
• Age: You must be a minimum of 15 years of age. There is no maximum age limit.
• Residency: You must be a resident of Ontario during the term of employment.
• Work Status: You must be legally entitled to work in Canada and have a valid Canadian Social Insurance Number (SIN) for the full duration of your summer employment.

Note: certain position may have additional eligibility requirements based on the nature of the role. Please refer to the specific job ad for details.

What we offer:

The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province.

We offer:

• a purpose-driven service culture with passionate professionals who contribute to our province
• a career that can grow across multiple job functions and program areas
• flexible learning opportunities, including professional development and mentorship programs
• employee networks to foster community and make connections
• employee-centric programs to support and empower equity-deserving groups
• a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment