Work‑Integrated Learning & Co‑operative Education

Co‑op Ambassador Program

 
SITE Co-op Office Overview
 

The Science, Information Technology, Engineering (SITE) Co-operative Education program provides opportunities for students to enhance their studies with career-focused work term experiences. SITE Co-op enables over 1000 students annually to apply classroom theory, explore career options and build professional attributes in 23 programs across three faculties.

The Science, IT, Engineering (SITE) Co-op Office is seeking multiple Co-op Student Ambassadors for the 2019 summer semester.

The responsibilities of the role will include

  • communicating to students via regular class announcements and in-class presentations
  • communicating with students via social media and discussion boards
  • providing feedback to the SITE co-op office from students
  • attending events/workshops with, and on behalf of, SITE co-op office
  • attend regular bi-weekly meetings (~6 total) and actively participate in team discussion boards

Please note that this opportunity is open to all Science, IT, and Engineering students currently enrolled in a co-op program who have completed at least 1 co-op work term.  The SITE Co-op office aims to secure an Ambassador for the following disciplines and areas of interest:

Science

  • Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Physics and Atmospheric Science
  • Earth Science
  • Environmental Science
  • Economics 
  • Marine Biology
  • Math & Stats
  • Microbiology & Immunology

Computer Science

  • Computer Science
  • Applied Computer Science

Engineering

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mineral Resources Engineering

Please note that this is NOT a co-op position, it is a part-time position (~25 – 30 hours per term). All Co-op Student Ambassadors who successfully complete their responsibilities and term will receive a reversal of $500 on their student account at the end of the term.

Job Requirements

The ideal candidate will have experience with the following

  • public speaking
  • professionalism
  • leadership
  • communication (verbal and written)
  • student engagement or large group engagement
  • social media (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram)
  • event coordination and support

Why should I apply?

If you like helping your peers, dabbling in social media, and getting the opportunity to give your co-op feedback to our team, you should consider applying to become a Co-op Student Ambassador. 

Please note that this opportunity is open to all Science, Computer Science, and Engineering students currently enrolled in a co-op program who have completed at least 1 co-op work term. If you've complete all three of your co-op work terms, you are still eligible to apply.

What's in it for me?

Co-op Student Ambassadors receive a $500 reversal on their student accounts. 

How do I apply?

Please apply through myCareer under the Career Services job posting page, job ID: 82972. You will be asked to submit your current resume, cover letter, transcript and a copy of your fall academic and personal schedule (if possible at this time).

For information on how to apply, please email askcoop@dal.ca