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EMPLOYMENT + VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Work with us to show off everything Oshawa has to offer.

There's so many incredible things happening in Oshawa that we need more people to help us get the word out. View opportunities below and fill out the form, if interested, ensuring you select the opportunity you are applying for from the drop down. Thank you for your interest.

OSHAWA TOURISM STREET TEAM MEMBERS

Organization: The Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce

Reports To: Executive Director, Oshawa Tourism

Location: Oshawa, Ontario

Position Type: Part-time, Occasional

Overview

Oshawa Tourism is assembling a high-energy Event Team to support a variety of tourism activations and community festivals throughout the city. If you're passionate about local experiences and enjoy fast-paced, hands-on work, this opportunity is for you.

These roles are event-based only and do not involve regular weekly hours. Team members will be scheduled according to the Oshawa Tourism event calendar, primarily during evenings, weekends, and select holidays.

Key Responsibilities

Event Opertations Support

  • Assist with the set-up and teardown of event ifrastructure (e.g. tents, tables, signage, equipment).

  • Transport, load, and unload event materials such as boxes, bins, banners, and promotional supplies.

  • Provide logistical support on-site to help ensure smooth event execution.

Tourism Ambassador Duties

  • Represent Oshawa Tourism at community festivals and events in a friendly, approachable manner.

  • Share information about local attractions, upcoming events, and tourism campaigns such as the Hometown Tourism Challenge, the Convergence Music and Art Festival and the Oshawa Halloween Boo Bash.

  • Distribute materials and answer questions from visitors to create a positive experience.

Visitor Engagement

  • Create a welcomeing environment for both residents and visitors.

  • Promote Oshawa as a vibrant, must-see destination through storytelling and local knowledge.

Qualifications

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Energetic, proactive and comfortable working in team settings

  • Physically capable of:

    • Lifting and carrying items up to 40lbs​

    • Assembling tents and setting up displays

    • Working outdoors for extended periods

  • Flexible availability, especially on weekends, evenings, and holidays​

  • Knowledge of Oshawa's attractions and community assets 

  • Bilingualism and/or CPR/First Aid certification are considered assets

Additional Details

  • Pay Rate: $17.50/hour

  • Schedule: Shift availability will depend on event scheduling. Some months may have more opportunties than others.

  • Training: Orientation and event-specific training will be provided.

Oshawa Tourism is committee to fostering an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from candidtates of all backgrounds.

APPY NOW!

Please note only applicants moving on to the interview phase will be contacted.

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Oshawa Chamber of Commerce

21 Simcoe St. S.

Oshawa, Ontario, L1H 4G1

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