Summer Student Program

Each summer, the TTC offers a Summer Student Program that gives post-secondary students the opportunity to build transferable skills, gain hands-on experience, and support the day-to-day operations of Toronto’s transit system.

The program runs from early May to late August, aligning with students’ summer break. It’s a great way to learn new skills, explore different career paths, and earn money while contributing to meaningful work across the city.

What to Expect

Our goal is to provide as many students as possible with valuable work experience while supporting the TTC’s operational needs. We offer a variety of entry-level and specialized roles across Toronto, with most positions in unionized environments.

Some jobs involve outdoor work, while others require specific licenses, experience, or technical skills. Positions are grouped into five categories:

• Clerical & Administrative
• Customer Service & Revenue
• Maintenance
• Technical & Mechanical Support
• Specialized Operations

When applying, students are asked to select the category that best fits their interests. Our recruitment team uses this information, along with your resume, to match you with the most suitable opportunities.

Recruitment Timeline

We begin hiring for the Summer Student Program in mid-December, with job postings available on our careers page. Here’s what the timeline looks like:

December – January

• Job postings go live
• Late January: Postings close, and applications are reviewed

February – March

• Interviews conducted

April

• Final onboarding steps

Early May

• Start dates begin (staggered to accommodate mandatory training for safety-sensitive roles)

Eligibility

To apply, you must:

• Be enrolled in an accredited Canadian post-secondary institution
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Be available to work for the duration of the program (availability requirements may vary by role)
• Returning to a post-secondary institution for a Fall 2026 academic term

How to Apply

Visit our careers page or TTC Early Talent Current Opportunities page during the recruitment window (early-December to mid-January) to apply. You can submit your application under one or more of the following categories:

• Clerical & Administrative
• Customer Service & Revenue
• Maintenance
• Technical & Mechanical Support
• Specialized Operations

Recruitment Process

Here’s what to expect once you’ve applied:

1. Apply
   Choose the category that best suits your skills and experience.
2. Application Review
   Our team reviews each submission and shortlists candidates based on qualifications and fit.
3. Shortlisting
   Shortlists are sent to hiring teams for further review.
4. Interviews
   Interviews are conducted fairly—each candidate is asked the same set of questions and evaluated using the same scoring system.
5. Offers
   Offers are made based on interview scores and hiring team decisions.
6. Onboarding
   Once you’ve accepted your offer, we’ll guide you through the onboarding process.

Questions?

Check our careers page or TTC Early Talent Current Opportunities page regularly for updates and application deadlines or connect with us directly if you have any questions about the program.