Internship Opportunity

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Operations & Inventory Support (Security Systems)

Organization:
City of Mississauga
Industry:
Government
Number of Positions:
1
Application Deadline:
Feb 19, 2026
Start Date:
Mar 09, 2026
End Date:
Sep 09, 2026
Division:
Location:
Mississauga,ON

Job Description:

Job Summary


The Recent Graduate – Operations & Inventory Support provides day-to-day operational and administrative support to the Security Systems team, with a strong focus on inventory and asset management. This entry-level role supports routine operational activities, maintains accurate inventory records, assists with documentation and reporting, and provides basic customer and technical support under guidance from senior staff.


Duties and Responsibilities


Day-to-Day Team Support
• Support supervisors and team members with daily operational and administrative tasks
• Respond to email, phone, and in-person inquiries, escalating issues when required
• Perform data entry, filing, documentation updates, and record maintenance
• Support reporting and tracking activities using spreadsheets and internal systems
• Assist with problem identification and basic troubleshooting
• Follow established procedures, safety standards, and departmental guidelines


Inventory & Asset Management
• Maintain and update inventory and asset tracking records
• Support receiving, labeling, tagging, storing, and issuing security equipment
• Print inventory labels and tag equipment in the field as required
• Perform regular inventory counts, audits, and reconciliations
• Identify and report missing, damaged, or low-stock items
• Assist with equipment preparation, deployment, returns, and storage
• Support basic logistics related to inventory movement between sites and storage areas

Operational & Administrative Support
• Draft and update basic documents, checklists, and status reports
• Assist with data collection and research related to operational needs
• Support site visits and internal inspections under direction
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with internal processes

Skills and Qualifications Required
• Recent graduate (within the last 1–2 years) of a college or university program related to IT, electronics, operations, supply chain, business, or a related field
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Strong attention to detail, particularly when handling inventory and asset records
• Willingness to learn and follow established procedures


Preferred / Assets
• Experience or familiarity with inventory systems, asset management tools, or ticketing systems
• Basic reporting or analytical skills
• Interest in security systems, IT support, facilities, or operations
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between sites (if applicable)

Working Conditions
• The nature of the role requires attending various city sites and storage locations
• Light lifting of equipment or supplies may be required
• Regular use of computers for data entry and inventory management


Development Opportunities
• Practical experience in inventory and asset management
• Exposure to security systems operations and field activities
• Development of professional communication, reporting, and organizational skills
• Opportunity to work closely with experienced technical and operational staff

Employer Question 1:

Have you graduated within the last 1–2 years from a college or university program related to IT, electronics, operations, supply chain, business, or a related field?

Employer Question 2:

Do you have experience (academic, co‑op, internship, or work) with inventory tracking, asset management, data entry, or maintaining records using spreadsheets or internal systems?

Employer Question 3:

Are you comfortable with a role that involves visiting multiple sites, performing computer‑based administrative work, and light lifting of equipment or supplies as required?

Employer Question 4:

Are you proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook, and able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team while following established procedures?