Job from partnerOrganization: Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario
Division: Tribunal and Dispute Resolution
Position Title: Early Resolution Student
Duration: 18 weeks between May and September
Location: 2 Bloor Street East, Toronto, Ontario
Salary: $26.92/hr. - $29.00/hr.
Position Status: Open
The Information and Privacy Commissioner of Ontario (IPC) is hiring for Summer 2026!
Are you a post secondary student currently enrolled in an accredited college or university program looking to kickstart your career in a dynamic and impactful environment? Join us for an incredible opportunity to gain valuable work experience, develop transferable skills, and expand your professional network.
Available Position:
The Early Resolution Department is seeking motivated and talented individuals for the role of Early Resolution Student in the Tribunal and Dispute Resolution Division.
We’re looking for summer students who are:
Enthusiastic Learners: Eager to develop new skills and contribute to projects that align with the IPC’s mandate.
Collaborative Team Players: Able to work effectively in a team environment and contribute positively to group dynamics.
Detail-Oriented Problem Solvers: Capable of analyzing information, managing tasks efficiently, and delivering high-quality work.
Strong Communicators: Skilled at expressing ideas clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats.
Tech-Savvy Innovators: Comfortable working with digital tools and open to learning new technologies to enhance productivity.
What you can expect in this role:
As an Early Resolution Student, you will:
- Develop experience interpreting legislation by supporting analysis of how various laws apply to access and privacy rights under Ontario’s access and privacy laws.
- Learn how to communicate the purpose of access and privacy legislation and tribunal processes to a range of stakeholders.
- Support the triage of access and privacy complaints by assisting Early Resolution Managers with fact-gathering and documenting information related to complaints and self-reported breaches on our case management system.
- Support case review and decision-making processes by preparing draft materials and written documentation under the guidance of experienced analysts.
- Provide support to the Early Resolution team by reviewing IPC website material to ensure relevance to recent changes to tribunal structure.
- Participate in training opportunities to build your understanding of access and privacy law and public-sector decision-making.
How do I qualify?
Summer Student Requirements:
- You must meet all eligibility criteria by the first day of employment:
- You must be currently enrolled in a post-secondary educational institution and returning to full-time studies in the fall OR have graduated within the past six months from the start of the summer program. (For example, if you graduated in December, you could apply for and start a summer student position with the IPC until June of the following year).
- You must be a minimum of 18 years old. There is no maximum age limit.
- You must be legally entitled to work in Canada and have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN) upon being hired.
Preference will be given to post-secondary students enrolled in a discipline relevant to law or legal studies, and/or public policy or administration.
Job Requirements:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to respond to issues, prepare reports, and support the provision of recommendations.
- Ability to demonstrate a strong positive, supportive, and results-oriented attitude.
- Well-developed organizational and time management skills to handle assignments within established timelines, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, case-driven environment.
- Ability to apply appropriate judgement and knowledge according to the varying circumstances and situations.
- Well-developed information-seeking, research, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience using standard computer software applications (e.g., word processing, spreadsheet, Microsoft 365) to research and prepare materials.
- Requirement to work in-person from the Toronto office for a minimum of six (6) days per month.
Compensation Group:
The collective bargaining process is currently underway, and this position will be represented by the Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario (AMAPCEO).
Commitment to diversity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism:
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and promoting a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
We also believe in the importance of providing services to Ontarians in both official languages, and encourage interested bilingual candidates to apply particularly for public facing positions.
What’s in it for you:
- Access to opportunities for personal and professional development.
- The chance to work on specialized projects directly aligned with your field of expertise.
- Acquire valuable skills to enhance your post-graduation career, including critical thinking, corporate communication, privacy law expertise, stakeholder management, technical proficiency, file and project management, and creative capabilities.
- Participate in employee-led committees that match your interests, such as Bilingual Champions, Innovation Champions, Health and Wellness, Green Committee, Social Committee, and Learning Committee, among others.
- Opportunities for meaningful connections with other students and leadership for professional and personal development.
- Modern hybrid work environment.
Join Our Team:
This is more than a summer job – it’s an opportunity to make meaningful contributions, gain insights into public service, and grow as a professional. We look forward to welcoming talented individuals like you to our team!
Hear what some of our previous summer students have had to say about their experience working at the IPC:
- The team culture is open, welcoming, and fosters a sense of community
- Tasks and projects aligned well with my studies, and I gained valuable knowledge in my field.
- Opportunities for networking, especially with alumni, help to build connections and learn from others' career experiences.
- Social events and team-building activities, like lunches and company picnics, enhance team bonding and cross-departmental interactions.
Ready to apply?
Below is our general timeline:
- January 28 - Feb 18: Apply on our website
- February/March: Interviews conducted, with some positions requiring assessments
- March/April: Extend offers and prepare for onboarding
- May 4: Student start date
Reason for Posting: Existing Vacancy
Deadline to apply: Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 11:59PM. Any applications received after this time will not be considered.
We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those who are selected to move to the next stage in the hiring process will be contacted.
About the IPC
Join the IPC as we embark on a journey of becoming a modern and effective regulator where employees have a chance to have a real, positive impact on the access and privacy rights of Ontarians. As an aspiring employer of choice, we offer our employees a hybrid work arrangement for healthy work-life balance and strive to create a positive organizational culture where employees feel engaged, empowered and proud to be part of the IPC community.
To learn more, visit https://www.ipc.on.ca
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