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Students

At OCWA, we hire a diverse workforce for a welcoming and inclusive environment. We invest in our employees by providing training and opportunities across the province. Navigate your career path right out of high school, college or university!

Scholarship Program

OCWA is excited to offer scholarships for post-secondary students! OCWA’s scholarships focus on providing opportunities for students in an environmental program or Trade including scholarships for those in underrepresented groups.

This includes three (3) $3,500 scholarships now available for Indigenous Peoples, Women, and Underrepresented Groups (racialized, persons with disability, LGBTQ2+) and one (1) general scholarship available to all students.  Applicants must be enrolled in or entering an Environmental Studies, Environmental Engineer or Trades field co-op program at an approved Ontario university or college.

OCWA actively supports educational initiatives and mentoring through various programs and awards with Ontario colleges and universities. We help connect students to co-ops, job placements, and internships. This scholarship is a financial award that also provides career-building through a co-op work term.

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Summer Students

We hire students for summer positions every year in different areas such as water and wastewater, compliance, administration, asset management, human resources, finance, communications and more.  We hire regular summer students and we also hire through our “Summer Experience Program.” To learn more about Ontario Public Service (OPS) and OCWA summer student opportunities, visit the OPS careers website.

Our People

Our people make the difference! The dedication and passion our employees have for the work they do every day and the communities they serve is what makes us stand out as the leading water and wastewater provider in Ontario. Meet some of our team members.

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Job Opportunities

Be a part of an organization with an exceptional group of individuals – team members who inspire each other every day to think and perform beyond expected boundaries. Apply today!

Job Opportunities