Data and Digital Associate - New Graduate Job Newmarket area,Ontario Canada,IT/Tech

ABOUT US
Almost million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada – and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER
Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace – aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.

Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.

Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.

Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

Launch Your Career with

Purpose:

Join Our Data Transformation Team!

Are you a recent grad ready to make an impact? Our New Graduate Program is your chance to grow your career while contributing to meaningful work that benefits our community.

Over 9 months, you’ll rotate through projects in our Data team—gaining hands-on experience, building your skills, and exploring your interests. As a forward-thinking government organization, we’re embracing digital transformation and data innovation to improve how we serve our region.

Why Join Us?

Work on real projects that make a difference

Learn from experienced mentors

Share your ideas and shape the future

Grow in a supportive, inclusive environment

Your Pathway

Data Associate
Experience multiple roles contributing to the data life cycle, including:

Data literacy, governance

Data architecture and management

Data access and reporting solutions

Data analytics, visualization and storytelling

Exposure to:
Enterprise GIS, Business Intelligence, and Advanced Analytics platforms

Ready to build a better future? We want to hear from you!

Please note that York Region values both flexibility and collaboration. This role follows a hybrid model, based out of our head office in Newmarket, offering the best of both worlds—working remotely and connecting in person to foster teamwork and innovation.

ABOUT THE ROLE
To support data initiatives under the guidance of experienced practitioners, gaining hands-on experience in analytics, digital transformation, and customer experience, and foster the development of technical, analytical, and strategic skills while contributing to the Region’s digital and data-driven goals

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

Support priority digital transformation projects in various capacities including enterprise data management.

Review, research, and process service requests in accordance with departmental policies and procedures and reports any findings of significance.

Conducts background research and collects information on various trends and innovations, initiatives,…