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Southland Transportation

Driver Examiner

Calgary, AB · On-site

This position is year-round and requires availability during the summer months as well as any breaks during the school year. Knowledge and Skills Required * Class 2S license preferred, training can ...

Metis Nation of Alberta

Job Coach

Calgary, AB · On-site

This position will assist with career decision making, screen clients for job readiness, assess ... Complete applications for summer students participating in placements lasting 6 to 16 weeks. This ...

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What is a summer position?

Summer positions are temporary jobs or internships offered during the summer months, typically to students or individuals seeking short-term employment. These roles can be found in a variety of industries, such as retail, hospitality, education, camps, or corporate internships. Summer positions provide valuable work experience, a chance to earn money, and opportunities to learn new skills. Many students use summer positions to explore career interests and build their resumes for future employment.

What types of projects or tasks can I expect to work on in a summer position?

In a summer position, you'll typically assist with short-term projects or help teams with increased workloads during the busy season. Daily tasks may include administrative support, data entry, customer service, or hands-on work specific to the industry, such as assisting with events, research, or production. Summer positions often provide opportunities to collaborate with full-time employees, gain practical experience, and learn about the organization's workflow. This exposure can help you develop valuable skills and potentially open doors for future employment within the company.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a summer position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a summer position, you generally need strong organizational skills, reliability, and a willingness to learn, with minimal formal qualifications required beyond a high school diploma or current student status. Familiarity with basic office software, point-of-sale systems, or industry-specific tools may be beneficial depending on the role. Strong communication, teamwork, and a positive attitude help individuals stand out in these roles. These skills and qualities are important because they ensure productivity, adaptability, and a positive contribution to temporary teams or projects.

What is the difference between Summer Position vs Intern?

AspectSummer PositionIntern
CredentialsVaries; often no formal requirementsTypically students or recent graduates; may require enrollment in a program
Work EnvironmentTemporary, seasonal, often in retail, hospitality, or outdoor settingsTemporary, educational focus, in offices, labs, or corporate settings
Employer UsageUsed by a wide range of industries for seasonal workCommonly used in corporate, tech, and professional sectors for training

In summary, a Summer Position generally refers to seasonal, often entry-level work without strict credentials, while an Intern typically involves a structured learning experience for students or recent graduates. Both are temporary roles but serve different purposes in career development and industry needs.

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Infographic showing various Summer Position job openings in Calgary, AB as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution.

Blender Operator (Days/Nights) - 6 month contract position

Trusscore USA Inc

Calgary, AB • On-site

Contractor

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Who We Are

Trusscore is a material science company focused on developing sustainable building materials.

We're starting a journey to change the way people build and the environmental footprint left behind when they do. Already an established innovative building materials manufacturing company, Trusscore is now preparing to take things to the next level by focusing on R&D and bringing innovative material science to our formulations-making our products functional and beautiful.

As one of the leading polymer panel manufacturers in North America, we are dedicated to environmental sustainability; it is a focus of our manufacturing process. We succeed by manufacturing and delivering the best in high-value, zero-waste, quality products in an ever-evolving marketplace. By integrating innovative material science into products to meet new demands we will leave traditional alternatives behind.

Building on a winning track record of 300% revenue growth over the past 5 years, we need the right talent to take the next big steps.

Your Mission

Your mission as a Compounder/Blender is to be responsible for operating the shredders and grinders that process industrial plastic. In completion of these recycling tasks, the machinery must be prepped, continuously fed material, and cleaned safely.


Please note this is a 6-month contract position.

Join our mission and be a part of a team that's re-imagining building materials retail and innovating ways to bring an established brand to the physical world.


Responsibilities

  • Accurately weigh out ingredients into buckets according to the formulation being run.
  • Run the panel that operates all the compounding equipment while in production.
  • Fill ingredient hoppers, assure proper resin weight as well as proper level of stabilizer. Assure the resin silos in compounding are being filled from the railcar.
  • Restock ingredients as they run out and assure the resin compartment on the railcar is not empty.
  • Package, strap, tag and put into storage when compounding into boxes.
  • Track the lot numbers of all minor ingredients as these are used and fill out a production report.
  • Keep work areas swept and empty the garbage bin after every shift.
  • Grinding.
  • Wear proper PPE, according to the code of practice and proper maintenance of the PPE.
  • Communicate any issues that come up with the lead hand or supervisor.


Qualifications

  • Experience in Compounding/Blending; and/or a Production Environment an asset.
  • Forklift experience, and license an asset.


Physical Conditions

  • The Compounder/Blender is required to stand and walk on concrete flooring.
  • The blender may be required to reach, lift and carry 35 lbs to 50 lbs, continuous lifting.
  • Comfortable working on multiple levels (heights)
  • Use machinery/assistance from another team member to move anything over 50 lbs.
  • The blender will occasionally climb, balance, stoop and kneel, crouch or crawl.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, colour vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.


Work Environment

  • The Compounder/Blender is regularly exposed to sustained loud noise (PPE is provided), moving mechanical parts, extremes of temperatures (cold in winter, heat/humidity in summer). The team member is occasionally exposed to wet and /or humid conditions, frequently exposed to airborne particles, and fumes, rarely to toxic or caustic chemicals.

Schedule

  • Continental schedule
  • 12-hour shifts. 7 shifts every 2-week period = 84 hours every 2 weeks.
  • Schedule switches every 2 months between Day shift; and Night shift. 6am-6pm; 6pm - 6am.

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