Summer Law Student – Edmonton Police Service Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 54354)

Description

**1 Temporary, Full-time, summer position for 4 months commencing in May 2026**

This year marks the first time the Edmonton Police Service (“EPS”) Human Resources Legal Services (“HRLS”) Branch is welcoming a summer student (1L or 2L) to its growing legal team. If you are self-motivated, with a keen interest in labour, employment, human rights, privacy, contract, civil, WCB, and OHS law within a policing context, EPS welcomes your application for this position within the HRLS Branch.

EPS is a large, complex public-safety organization with over 2,800 sworn and civilian employees. As a summer law student, you will gain direct and hands-on exposure to real-world legal issues that arise in a modern policing environment, balanced with mentorship and a supportive learning culture within HRLS which values a strong work ethic in the context of maintaining a meaningful work-life balance.

The lawyers in the HRLS Branch take a collaborative approach to problem-solving regardless of seniority and are committed to meaningful mentorship, skill development, and a positive student experience.

Some key responsibilities of this position include:

• Conducting legal research and preparation of written memoranda 
• Assisting counsel with conduct of a variety of litigation, with a focus on labour arbitration and hearings before the WCB, Alberta Labour Relations Board, and Alberta Human Rights Tribunal
• Assisting counsel with drafting policy / procedures and assisting with analysis and interpretation in a variety of areas including legislation, policy, and collective bargaining
• Working in direct collaboration with sworn members and civilian members of the Human Resources Division in supporting EPS Leadership on matters involving accommodation, performance management, discipline, and labour relations
• Attending meetings, training, and internal consultations with HR professionals and other EPS leaders
• Participating in privileged file reviews, legal strategy discussions in relation to highly sensitive matters, and professional development opportunities