Summer 2009 Job Postings
Two exciting summer student job opportunities at WPIRG!
1. Leadership & Volunteer Program Developer
2. Sustainable Transportation Promoter
Position: Leadership & Volunteer Program Developer
7 consecutive weeks. Flexible start and end dates between June 8th and August 28th. 35 hours/week at $11.50/hour.
Organization: WPIRG is a student funded and directed environmental and social justice organization based at the University of Waterloo.
Background: This position has been created to develop the Leadership and Volunteer Program at WPIRG. The major component of this program will be the creation of an orientation program for new and returning students at the University of Waterloo, which will introduce students to campus and community organizations focused on environmental, human rights, and social justice issues, and services that deliver programs to marginalized communities. The successful candidate will also be involved in aiding in the development of WPIRG's leadership skills development training program.
Duties: Under the direction of WPIRG's full time staff, this position will be responsible for:
- planning the events, workshops and activities of the orientation program, including creating outlines, establishing timelines, and contacting and booking presenters and trainers.
- recruiting and coordinating volunteers to help with the orientation program;
- writing and designing promotional materials, and promoting the orientation
program to incoming and returning University of Waterloo students;
- contacting student and community social justice and environmental groups to promote participation and collaboration in the orientation program;
- managing other information and communication needs as required; and other tasks as required.
Desired skills:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent organization skills
- Strong problem solving skills
- Strong research skills
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
- Outgoing, positive, enthusiastic
- Proficient in Word, Excel, internet/email applications
- Interest and engagement in environmental and human rights issues
Eligibility: This position is made possible by funding under the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) initiative. Applicants must be students meeting the following criteria:
- be between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusively) at the start of the employment;
- have been registered as a full-time student in the previous academic year, and intend to return to school on a full-time basis in the next academic year;
- be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act; and,
- be legally entitled to work according to relevant provincial legislation and regulations;
How to apply: Please submit: Your cover letter, resume & the names and contact information for three references by May 26th at 9am Deliver to The Hiring Committee, WPIRG, Student Life Centre room 2139, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario N2L 3G1. Email applications can be sent to info@wpirg.org. We regret that only those applicants selected for an interview will be notified.Ê Interviews will take place on June 1st. In your cover letter, please indicate your work availabilities between the dates of June 8th and August 28th. To be considered for this position, applicants must be available to work a minimum of 7 consecutive weeks within this period.
Employment Equity Statement:
WPIRG welcomes the contributions that individuals from marginalized communities bring to our organization, and invites aboriginal people, people of colour, women, gays, lesbians, bisexuals, transgendered people, trans-sexuals, intersexed people, single parents, members of ethnic minorities, immigrants and people with disabilities to apply. We encourage applicants to describe the contributions and experiences they, as individuals who identify with marginalized communities, would bring to WPIRG, in their cover letter.
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Position: Sustainable Transportation Promoter
7 consecutive weeks. Flexible start and end dates between June 15th and August 28th. 35 hours/week at $11.50/hour.
Organization: WPIRG is a student funded and directed environmental and social justice organization based at the University of Waterloo.
Background: This position has been created to strengthen WPIRG's sustainable transportation initiatives. This will include 1) conducting background research and providing assistance to current initiatives focused on cycling and 2) developing and coordinating the community and campus activities to mark International Carfree Day. A focus on the environmental, health, economic and community quality of life aspects of sustainable transportation will be taken.
Duties: Under the direction of WPIRG's full time staff, this position will be responsible for:
- planning events, workshops and activities for International Carfree Day, including creating outlines, establishing timelines, and contacting and booking presenters and trainers;
- recruiting & working with volunteers;
- writing and designing promotional materials;
- researching cycling initiatives and providing assistance for WPIRG's cycling focused projects;
- managing other information and communication needs as required; and other tasks as required.
Desired skills:
- Excellent communication skills
- Excellent organization skills
- Excellent ability to work in groups and facilitate
- Strong problem solving skills
- Strong research skills
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
- Outgoing, positive, enthusiastic
- Proficient in Word, Excel, internet/email applications
- Interest and engagement in sustainable transportation issues
Desired skills:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent organization skills
- Strong problem solving skills
- Strong research skills
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
- Outgoing, positive, enthusiastic
- Proficient in Word, Excel, internet/email applications
- Interest and engagement in environmental and human rights issues
Eligibility: This position is made possible by funding under the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) initiative. Applicants must be students meeting the following criteria:
- be between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusively) at the start of the employment;
- have been registered as a full-time student in the previous academic year, and intend to return to school on a full-time basis in the next academic year;
- be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act; and,
- be legally entitled to work according to relevant provincial legislation and regulations;
How to apply: Please submit: Your cover letter, resume & the names and contact information for three references by May 26th at 9am Deliver to The Hiring Committee, WPIRG, Student Life Centre room 2139, University of Waterloo, Waterloo, Ontario N2L 3G1. Email applications can be sent to info@wpirg.org. We regret that only those applicants selected for an interview will be notified.Ê Interviews will take place on June 1st. In your cover letter, please indicate your work availabilities between the dates of June 8th and August 28th. To be considered for this position, applicants must be available to work a minimum of 7 consecutive weeks within this period.
Employment Equity Statement:
WPIRG welcomes the contributions that individuals from marginalized communities bring to our organization, and invites aboriginal people, people of colour, women, gays, lesbians, bisexuals, transgendered people, trans-sexuals, intersexed people, single parents, members of ethnic minorities, immigrants and people with disabilities to apply. We encourage applicants to describe the contributions and experiences they, as individuals who identify with marginalized communities, would bring to WPIRG, in their cover letter.