Employment and Volunteering

TitleDescriptionWage InfoInstitution/OrganizationLocation/Links
Aquatic Attendant (Seasonal Casual)

• Aquatic work in park hosting / lifesaving at an outdoor and/or indoor aquatic facility.

• Performs a variety of operational, lifesaving and maintenance tasks in offering recreation aquatic programs for all age groups.

• Eligibility / Requirements:

  - Sound knowledge of the theory and practice of lifesaving, artificial respiration, aquatic emergency procedures and First Aid.

  - Ability to maintain concentration and vigilance while supervising an aquatic environment.

  - Demonstrated ability to organize and conduct a variety of special events and activities.

  - Ability to represent the City and the Department in a professional positive manner.

  - Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of individuals.

  - Ability to prepare and maintain records relating to the work.

  - Completion of Gr. 10, with courses in lifesaving, aquatic skills, pool operations plus some related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

  - Standard First Aid with CPR Level 'C' / Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

  - Bronze Cross.

[$21.52/ hr + 12% in lieu of vacation and statutory holiday payCity of Port Coquitlam
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Specialty Instructor - Sports & Arts SUMMER EMPLOYMENT

• Lead a variety of preschool school-aged children sports and arts programs in a recreational setting.

• Commitment: June 29 - Sept 4 on weekend shifts (Saturday & Sunday) only from 8:30am - 3:00pm.

• Qualifications:

  - Related experience working with preschoolers or children.

  - Emergency First Aid with CPR-C.

  - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

  - Strong leadership characteristics.

  - High Five certification is an asset.

$21.50/ hrCity of Port Moody
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Community Coach - EMPLOYMENT

• Moresports is hiring youth coaches (passionate, energetic Grade 11 and 12 students).

• Receive FREE monthly Professional Development Training & Coaching Certification – including First Aid, Canucks Autism Network.

• Many coaches are placed back at their former elementary schools.

• Schedule is flexible; shift durations are approx. 2:15pm-4:15pm (requires block 5 off).

• Minimum 2 Hours per week consistently for 5-8 weeks with potential for more.

$21.00 / HourMoresportsSee Link
Federal Student Work Experience Program

• Explore career paths in the federal public service across Canada.

• Gain meaningful experience working on projects and initiatives that impact Canadians.

• Eligibility Criteria:

  - Registered as a full-time student in a secondary or post-secondary accredited academic institution (includes persons with disabilities considered to have full-time status, and adult secondary-level education/retraining program participants).

  - Meet the minimum age requirement in the province or territory of work.

  - Returning to full-time studies in the next academic term, or if in final year, must have been previously employed under the Federal Student Work Experience Program, the Co-op/Internship Program, or the Research Affiliate Program.

• Preference given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

See LinkGovernment of Canada
Lougheed Mall Jobs• Current job opportunities at Lougheed Mall.Not specifiedLougheed Mall
Door-to-Door Marketer – Part-Time (Flexible)

• Introduce residential painting services, provide basic information, and generate leads for the sales team.

• Job Duties:

  - Go door-to-door in assigned neighborhoods.

  - Talk with homeowners & collect lead info.

  - Build communication & objection-handling skills.

  - Part-time with flexible schedule (evenings & weekends available).

  - Paid training provided.

• Requirements:

  - Friendly, confident, reliable.

  - Comfortable talking to people & walking outdoors.

  - Available to anyone (no license required).

$20/hr + commissionPro Works Painting Tri-CitiesSee Link
Spring/Summer Painter

• Year-round and seasonal full-time hourly painters for spring/summer 2026.

• Fast-paced, fun environment working outdoors with a crew of 2-3 people.

• Hands-on experience in customer service and communication; training provided (no experience necessary).

• Requirements:

  - Hardest-working, most motivated individuals.

  - Able to work full-time throughout the majority of the summer.

  - Must have a license and a vehicle (job site locations change frequently).

  - Manual labour and ladder work required.

  - Typically suitable for Grade 12 students due to license requirement.

Upwards of $30-$40/hour for top painters; $28/hour average last seasonPro Works Painting Tri-CitiesSee Link
Canada Summer Jobs

• Government program supporting employers to create quality summer jobs for young Canadians.

• Over 100,000 jobs available.

• Eligibility:

  - Youth aged 15-30 (at the start of the summer job).

  - Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents, or refugees given protection with a valid SIN.

  - International students or individuals waiting for a refugee decision cannot take part.

Not specifiedGovernment of CanadaAcross Canada
Summer Soccer Camp Manager

• Responsible for managing all activities at respective soccer camps.

• Training for programs is provided (soccer expertise not required).

• Requirements:

  - Experience managing, coaching or supervising a team, preferably in a camp or sport environment.

  - 2+ years experience with children.

  - Hold or willing to get a Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificate.

  - Criminal Record check required for ages 18+.

• Timing: Saturday & Sunday Mornings, Monday to Friday (June 29th - August 28th).

$24 - $26/ hrPedalHeadsCoquitlam, Lynn Valley, Langley, Richmond
Summer Internship - Landscape Student

• Paid high school student internships with no experience required.

• Job Duties:

  - Work outdoors with local crews.

  - Stay active while learning new skills.

  - Engage in Horticultural education program by attending at least 3 in-house seminars (evening or online, dinner provided).

  - Weekly plant learning from Landscape Supervisors.

• Details:

  - Start part-time (3 days/week) with opportunity for full-time hours (5 days/week).

  - Weekends & holidays off.

  - Free training, all safety gear, and access to free in-house education provided.

  - Includes scholarship opportunities, staff events, and potential to return every summer.

$24.53/hour + 4% vacation payParaSpace LandscapingVancouver, North/West Van, Burnaby, New West, Surrey, Langley, Richmond, Coquitlam, Port Moody, Maple Ridge

Volunteering

TitleDescriptionOrganization/LinkLocation/Dates
Fraser River Discovery Centre - Tourism Challenge Volunteering

• Commit to at least one 3.5-hour shift (morning/afternoon, Wed-Sun, April 18 - May 31)

• Provide FRDC challenge details to participants

• Check IDs against Tourism Challenge passports

• Check answers to challenge questions

• Stamp Tourism Challenge passports

• Answer general questions about the Fraser River Discovery Centre

• Must be 15 years of age or older

Fraser River Discovery Centre


April 18 - May 31 (Shift commitment)

SD43 Summer Learning Program VOLUNTEER

• Open to secondary students

• Placed in local elementary or middle classrooms

• Earn volunteer hours and a letter of reference from sponsor teacher

• Must commit to and be available for all instructional days

• Requires a police information check for the vulnerable sector

Coquitlam School District (SD43)


Friday, June 5th, 2026

Help Fight Blindness Event - VOLUNTEER

• Move for Sight annual fundraising event for Fighting Blindness Canada

• Mandatory virtual orientation & training session in late May

• Roles: Registration (sign in, collect forms/money), Route Marshall, Refreshments Monitor, Activities Zone, Set up/Tear down

Fighting Blindness CanadaLate May (Mandatory orientation) / Event: Saturday, June 6, 2026
International Education Summer School Volunteer

• Look for students who are reliable, friendly, and comfortable starting conversations

• Must be open to different cultures and flexible with schedule/placement

• Join small group conversation practice, help with games/activities, and support teachers with classroom tasks

Coquitlam School District (SD43)June 10th, 2026
Ongoing City of Coquitlam - Park Spark Volunteer Opportunities

• Enhance Coquitlam's parks

• Options include: Drop-in activities, Group park projects, Ongoing park care activities on your own schedule, Park amenity additions, Park programs

City of CoquitlamOngoing
Korean School Assistant - Volunteer (Neulbom Korean School)

• Assist at Neulbom Korean School

• Requirement: Conversational fluency in Korean (classes taught in Korean)

• Schedule: Saturdays from 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Neulbom Korean School
Email: neulbomkorean@gmail.com
Ongoing
MoreSports Volunteer (ongoing)

• Gain coaching and youth leadership work experience

• Supports volunteers to potentially become paid Afterschool coaches

MoreSports.orgOngoing
Minds in Motion Assistant - Coquitlam

• Assist in a fitness and social program for people with early symptoms of dementia

• Commitment: Minimum 6 months commitment on Thursdays

• Responsibilities: Assist with set-up/clean-up of refreshments/games, assist participants during fitness programs, support social interaction, spend 1-to-1 time with participants needing extra support

Alzheimer Society of BCOngoing (Minimum 6 months commitment)
On-going Volunteer at Public Libraries

• Port Moody Library: Teen Volunteer Programs (Book Buddies, Tutoring for kids, Teen/Tween Advisory Groups)

• Coquitlam Public Library: Homework Help club, Parlez-Nous en Francais, Reading Buddies, Teen Advisory Council

Port Moody & Coquitlam Public LibrariesOngoing
On-going City Volunteer Opportunities

• City of Coquitlam: Age 13+, requires successful Police Information check, 2 references, and orientation attendance

• City of Port Moody: At least 14+ for recreation and 13+ for community; requires orientation and Police Information check

• City of Port Coquitlam: 14+ if volunteering for recreation

Cities of Coquitlam, Port Moody, and Port CoquitlamSee Link
Coquitlam Express Volunteer - Ongoing

• Game Day volunteers running the Box Office and performing other Game Day tasks

• Commitment: Full season commitment including playoff season

• Eligibility: Must be in Grade 11 or 12

Coquitlam Express Hockey Club

Beginning of hockey season
Hyde Creek Watershed Society and Hatchery - ongoing volunteer

• Tending to coho or chum fish at various stages of growth

• Non-fish duties available: accounting, administrative work, gardening, plumbing, electrical work, and general building maintenance

• Drop-in tours available Saturdays 9:30am - 12:30pm

Hyde Creek Watershed SocietyOngoing
City of Coquitlam - Snow Angels

• Help seniors and individuals with physical disabilities clear adjacent City sidewalks, driveways, and walkways of snow

• Eligibility: Age 16+, Coquitlam resident, adequate physical shape

• Commitment: 1-2 homes per individual each session; term runs all of 2025-2026 winter season (weather dependent)

City of CoquitlamWinter Season 2025 - 2026
PICS BC Microgrant Programs/ Youth Service Corps

• Federally funded skills enhancement and volunteer program

• Includes team-based community engagement projects, job search training & support, and designing a youth-led project

• Benefits: Free program, reference letter, Certificate of Completion, gain min 120 volunteer hours, and a microgrant of $1000, $2000, or $3000

• Eligibility: Age 15-30, Canadian citizen/permanent resident/refugee status, BC resident

Progressive Intercultural Community Services (PICS) BCOngoing
Growing Spoons - Volunteer

• Create online and handmade cards for pediatric patients and youth homeless shelters

• Conduct research projects, build infographics, and write storybooks

• Participate in in-person fundraising events and community initiatives

• Open to participating from home or in-person

Growing SpoonsOngoing
Rainforest Adventure Camps - Spring and Summer camps

• Non-profit providing outdoor-based camps for ages 5-12

• Activities include: swimming, boating, active games, sports, table games, arts and crafts, talent shows

• Out-trips to White Pine Beach, Coquitlam River, Zone Bowling, Crash Crawly's, and regional pools/parks

• Strong volunteers may eventually explore future career and staff roles

Rainforest Adventure CampsSpring and Summer Camp seasons
Special Olympics - Volunteer ONGOING

• Support year-round sport programs and events for athletes with intellectual disabilities

• Roles in sport, administration, health, fundraising, and youth programs

• Commitment: As little as an hour a week

• Eligibility: Age 14 years or older, living in BC

Special Olympics British ColumbiaOngoing
Royal Soccer Club Summer Volunteer Program

• Assist staff, support activities/games, mentor younger campers, and maintain a safe camp environment

• Eligibility: Ages 14+

• Schedule: Weekly camps from June 29 - Sept 4, 2026

Royal Soccer ClubWeekly from June 29 - Sept 4, 2026
Belcarra Beachkeepers

• Educate park visitors with hands-on, interactive educational displays regarding marine ecosystems

• Collect baseline info on the impact of recreational fishing on local crab populations for Fisheries and Oceans

• Eligibility: At least 16 years old, positive attitude, interested in marine ecology, comfortable handling live intertidal marine life

• Commitment: Minimum 6 weekend shifts (~30 hours) from the last weekend in June to Labour Day

Belcarra Regional Parks / Fisheries and OceansLast weekend in June (Program start)
Place des Arts Summer Fun! Camp

• Duties: Welcoming students, assisting teachers with classroom set up/clean up/disinfecting, escorting students, reinforcing 'FISH' behaviour policy, working one-on-one with students needing extra support, supervising breaks

• Requirements: Age 14+, attend mandatory orientation on Thursday July 2nd (4:30 - 6:30 PM), complete a Criminal Record Check

• Schedule: Runs 6 weeks from July 6 – August 14, 2026

Place des ArtsOrientation on July 2, 2026 / Program runs July 6 – August 14, 2026
Coquitlam and Port Moody Summer Farmer's Market Volunteer

• Positions available for set-up, take-down, Kid's Power of Produce tent, and Kid's Craft Tent

• Coquitlam Schedule: May to October on Sundays (9am - 1pm) at Dogwood Pavilion Parking Lot

• Port Moody Schedule: June to October on Wednesdays (3pm - 7pm) at Port Moody Rec Parking Lot

Coquitlam & Port Moody Farmer's Markets (Make Bake Grow)May - October / June - October 2026
Carnaval de Sol - Volunteer

• Join Vancouver's biggest Latin Fiesta

• Areas to volunteer: Event planning, Event Coordinator, Human Resources, Culinary Arts, Sales, Marketing, Social Media, Graphic Design, Photography, Promotion, Journalism, Arts & Craft, Video Production, Kids Activities, Fashion

• Schedule: July 10-12th

LatincouverJuly 10-12th, 2026
Caribbean Days Festival - VOLUNTEER

• Volunteer-driven cultural festival

• Requirement: Must do at least one 4-hour shift

• Benefits: Volunteers receive a small meal and a volunteer benefit package

• Schedule: Saturday July 25th (10am - 10pm) and Sunday July 26th (11am - 8pm)

Caribbean Days Festival CommitteeJuly 25-26, 2026
Town Centre Park, Coquitlam, BC
BC Dumpling Festival Volunteer

• Connect with others sharing a passion for food and culture

• Eligibility: Students aged 15+

• Perks: Earn volunteer hours, eat dumplings, grow teamwork/communication skills

• Schedule: Saturday August 15th, 11am - 8pm (in shifts)

BC Dumpling Festival CommitteeAugust 15, 2026
Town Centre Park
Port Moody Rotary RIBFEST VOLUNTEER

• Enthusiasm is essential; skills are not required

• Areas needed: Set-up/tear down, Green team, Parking/bike-scooter, IT & Volunteer support, Beverage service

• Schedule: July 16th - July 20th

Port Moody Rotary ClubJuly 16-20, 2026
Rocky Point Park
The Sky's No Limit - She is Anything!

• Pre-event roles (remote/in-person): promotions, planning, research, soliciting contributions

• Main event day roles: Passenger/volunteer check-in, People/Traffic control, SIA Motorcycle Team, Helicopter Support Crew, General help, set-up/teardown

• Eligibility: Everyone age 15+

The Sky's No Limit - She is Anything!

Main event August 29-30, 2026 (Roles available now)

Abbotsford International Airport / Remote options available
Canadian Blood Services - In-Centre Volunteers

• Duties: Monitor donor safety post-donation, restock refreshments, promote special treats, maintain cleanliness, donor appreciation

• Eligibility: People 17+ years of age

• Commitment: At least 6 months; reference available after 6 months

• Opportunities to become a Volunteer Team Leader

Canadian Blood ServicesOngoing (6-month commitment)
Coquitlam, Port Moody, Port Coquitlam mobile donor events


Employment
Employment - Helpful Links
  • SD 43: Career Programs
    • SD 43's CAREER PROGRAMS are designed to help students explore careers while still in secondary school to move seamlessly into post-secondary institutions or work. Offers a variety of programs targeting students' specific needs and situations.
  • WorkBC
    • A guide to the BC Economy and Labour Market. Features a Job Search tool, Career Profiles, and 'A Day in the Life' resources.
  • Youth Canada
    • Provides students with tools and resources to get a job or create their own job.
Volunteering
Volunteering - Helpful Links
  • Evergreen Cultural Centre – Coquitlam
    • Volunteer opportunities in all areas of the Cultural Centre's programming, from performing and visual arts to education and public programs.
  • City of Port Moody – Parks & Recreation
    • A wide variety of opportunities for volunteers of all age groups to help out with recreation programs.
  • Place des Arts – Coquitlam
    • Flexible ongoing volunteer program for youth and adults interested in helping with events, concerts, exhibitions, and programs year-round.
  • Community Volunteer Connections
    • Promotes volunteer engagement and opportunities, runs volunteer management programs, hosts learning opportunities and networking events. Supports inclusion & diversity and connects volunteers with nonprofits.
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