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International students holding a valid Study Permit at the post-secondary level in Canada are allowed to work off-campus on a part-time basis for up to 20 hours per week during the semester.
Current On-Campus Work Opportunities
Current On-Campus Volunteer Opportunities
Are you interested in working with other students while developing skills related to event management? We have an exciting on-campus volunteer opportunity for you! 😃
Columbia College will be hosting an event for the National Indigenous Peoples Day. Learn about the Indigenous communities of Canada, while gaining valuable experience in organizing and managing a large event. 🙌
➡️The student volunteers will be responsible for:
📌Set- Up
- Assist the Indigenous Initiatives Consultant and other Volunteers in setting up the courtyward for the event; including:
- Setting up the tent
- Setting up the stage for the dance and speech
- Prepare snacks and drinks for guests
📌Crowd Management
- Ensure the building entrances are not obstructed (Columbia College and CRA buildings)
- Serve drinks and snacks for guests and replenishing items in a timely manner
- Ensure the guests do not enter the stage area
📌Equipment Management
- Assist the Indigenous Initiatives Consultant managing tech equipment (microphone, speakers, etc.)
📌Take-Down
- At the conclusion of the event, volunteers will assist the Indigenous Initiatives Consultant with cleaning up and putting the courtyward back to its original state.
🚨Please note: Volunteers will be provided with the event layout and will have on-site support during the set-up and take-down sessions.
This opportunity is eligible for a CCR credit!
🕙 Time Commitment:
- Date: Friday, June 21, 2024
- Available shifts: 11 am – 1pm; 12 pm – 2 pm; 1 pm – 3 pm.
📑Requirements:
- Must be available for at least 2 hours between 11 am – 3pm on Friday, June 21st. Please see available shifts above.
- Must be available for a 1-hour mandatory training session that will go over the responsibilities, a short study module on Indigenous communities of Canada, the Indigenous Peoples Day, and Indigenous protocols.
📢Application:
- Please click here to apply.
- Application deadline: June 12, 2024 at 11:30 pm