2023 Work Study Opportunities

ORSL Outreach Assistant and Discord Assistant – Job ID 224253 (CLOSED)

This work-study position is an opportunity to assist the New College Office of Residence and Student Life (ORSL) in promoting the New College student life and residence experiences through purposeful virtual programming, online community management (Discord), and communications (social media and design). The ORSL Outreach Assistant will have the support of ORSL staff and will report to the Assistant Dean of Administration.

Key Responsibilities

  • Being a community manager and moderator for New College’s Discord channel, and/or flagging assistance from full-time ORSL staff when required
  • Supporting the promotion and outreach of specific student life and residence life programs by using Canva to develop designs
  • Developing content for newsletters
  • Ensuring a consistent presence on social media (Instagram)
  • Providing in-person tours of New College Residences to prospective students
  • Acting as an ambassador for the College at various events
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Experience with use and familiarity with Discord server(s)
  • Experience with various social media platforms (Instagram) and familiarity with event marketing.
  • Experience with Canva or similar programs for design
  • Familiarity with computer based graphics programs (Adobe Suite; InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator), email marketing systems (MailChimp), and Microsoft Excel or Access is an asset
  • Knowledge and understanding of New College, its residences, UofT, and the larger Toronto community.
  • Ability to prioritize work and work accurately under pressure of deadlines with frequent interruptions.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Comfortable engaging with groups of potential residents/prospective students and parents.
  • Ability to work quickly, accurately and independently.
  • Willingness to occasionally work after hours

Other Details

Number of Positions: 1 position available 

Hours of Work: No more than 15 hours / week during regular business hours (~9am-5pm). 

Application Deadline: September 8, 2023 at 11:59pm

Accessibility Considerations:

  • Spends the majority of the shift working at a computer
  • Occurs in an in-person environment

Apply through clnx.utoronto.ca

For any questions, email new.studentlife@utoronto.ca

ORSL Student Program and Outreach Assistant – Job ID 224246 (CLOSED)

This work-study position is an opportunity to assist the New College Office of Residence and Student Life (ORSL) in promoting the New College student life and residence experiences through purposeful virtual programming, newsletter writing, development and distribution, online community moderation (Discord), and communications (social media and design). The Student Program and Outreach Assistant will have the support of ORSL staff and will report to the Assistant Dean of Administration.

Key Responsibilities

  • Producing marketing material (both print and digital; posters, flyers and pamphlets) using Canva design software, or other design platforms
  • Developing written content and formatting of our various newsletters
  • Ensuring a consistent presence on various social media platforms (Instagram)
  • Checking in and participating on New College Discord channel and flagging moderation requirements when applicable
  • Providing in-person tours of New College Residences to prospective students
  • Acting as an ambassador for the College at various events
  • Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • Experience using computer-based graphics program such as Canva.
  • Experience using graphics programs (Adobe Suite; InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and email marketing systems (MailChimp) considered a strong asset.
  • Experience with Instagram and familiarity with photography, video capture, and/or graphic design.
  • Experience with use of Discord server(s)
  • Knowledge and understanding of New College, its residences, UofT, and the larger Toronto community.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Comfortable engaging with groups of potential residents/prospective students and parents.
  • Ability to work quickly, accurately and independently.
  • Willingness to work after hours occasionally

Other Details

Number of Positions: 2 position available 

Hours of Work: No more than 15 hours / week during regular business hours (~9am-5pm). 

Application Deadline: September 8, 2023 at 11:59pm

Accessibility Considerations:

  • Spends the majority of the shift working at a computer
  • Occurs in an in-person environment

Apply through clnx.utoronto.ca

For any questions, email new.studentlife@utoronto.ca

2023 Orientation Opportunities

Black Student Orientation Graphic Designer (CLOSED)

The BSO graphic designer is a main contributor to Black Student Orientation (BSO) and will be essential in helping build the legacy of Black Student Orientations at the University of Toronto through design, and week-of logistical support. In this role, the graphic designer will work closely with the rest of the BSO Exec Team and report directly to the BSOC (Black Student Orientation Coordinator). Black Student Orientation is being supported by New College, University College, Woodsworth College, Innis College, and is open to all students at the University of Toronto.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create the brand guide for the Black Student Orientation in collaboration with the Exec team
  • Using the brand guide for the 2023-24 Black Student Orientation, create graphics for:
    • Orientation logo
    • Banner designs
    • Promotional material for events (ie. Social media templates, physical posters)
    • Exec Team and Volunteer merchandise designs
  • Meet with BSO Exec team to present and discuss designs, as well as to finalize design options
  • Support BSO logistically during Orientation week, September 3rd-9th

Additional, discretionary assigned tasks within the scope of the required work

Qualifications

  • Self-identification as a Black student
  • Current undergraduate student at the University of Toronto, or previously completed an undergraduate degree from the University of Toronto
  • Experience in graphic design (all levels of expertise are welcomed)
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills

Training Requirements

  • Attendance at Joint Orientation Leader Training (JOLT) as offered by the Division of Student Life (2 hours asynchronous online + 2 hours synchronous online) 
  • SAFEtalk training, approximately 4 hours in-person 
  • Program Planning and Risk Assessment training offered by the Office of Residence and Student Life, approximately 2 hours in-person 

Other Details

Number of Positions: 1 available 

This position is a volunteer position, with a $700 honorarium at the completion of Orientation Week once duties are complete.   

Work Hours: 5-7 hours a week. Please note that these hours will increase as orientation approaches and will become full-time during Orientation week.  

Please complete the form below. Email nc.bipocteam@utoronto.ca with any questions. 

Application Deadline: July 28th at 9am 

Application Link: https://forms.office.com/r/dMvrr2ms0s 

Orientation Graphic Designer – Job ID: 220630 (CLOSED)

The Orientation Graphic Designer is considered a student volunteer with New College Orientation. The Orientation Graphic Designer reports to the New College Orientation Coordinators (OCs). Additionally, the position requires the individual to work closely and collaborate with two Marketing and Promotions Executives on the Orientation Team. The Orientation Graphic Designer’s purpose is to help develop the visual identity for New College Orientation by creating a logo, t-shirt design, promotional graphics, and other requested material for Orientation-related marketing.

Key Responsibilities

  • Meet with members of the Orientation executive team to conceptualize a brand guide
  • Use provided brand guide to develop graphics for New College Orientation 2023 including, but not limited to: the New College Orientation 2023 logo, t-shirt designs, and social media campaign templates
  • Meet with members of the Orientation executive team to present design options, discuss feedback, and finalize designs

Additional, discretionary assigned tasks within the scope of the required work

Qualifications

  • University of Toronto student. New College student preferred   
  • Experience in graphic design (personal/hobby, semi-professional, and professional experience are all welcomed equally)  
  • Ability to provide final products in requested file formats, including .AI, .JPEG, and .PNG  
  • Strong communication and organizational skills  
  • Experience managing projects from conceptualization to completion  
  • Ability to work largely independently working within a given framework of deadlines  
  • Available for up to six in-person meetings in June and July, subject to availability, during the hours of 9am to 5pm EST. Virtual or distance work is acceptable. In-person meetings are required.   

Other Details

Number of Positions: 1 position available 

Hours of Work: No more than 15 hours / week during regular business hours (~9am-5pm). 

Application Deadline: May 17th, 2023 at 11:59 PM EST 

Please fill out the form and email your resume and portfolio to new.oc@utoronto.ca

For any questions, email new.oc@utoronto.ca

Black Student Orientation Coordinator (CLOSED)

The Black Student Orientation Coordinator (BSOC) will be responsible for developing and implementing joint welcome / orientation day(s) for new Black students at the University of Toronto, and is organized by Innis, New, University, and Woodsworth Colleges. This programming will complement existing College and University-wide student orientations and provide an additional opportunity for students to further enhance their sense of belonging on campus. The BSOC will lead a collaborative, intercollegiate team of student leaders and partner with relevant campus resources and student organizations.

Key Responsibilities

Under the direction and guidance of the Assistant to the Dean, Student Life and Leadership at New College, the incumbent will be:

  • Assisting with the planning and running of orientation events and programs for incoming undergraduate Black students
  • Supporting the design and execution of marketing and communication efforts, including creating Instagram posts and using Canva for content creation
  • Supporting the collaboration of orientation events that include Black student groups, campus resources, and other stakeholders
  • Assisting with space bookings, A/V needs, and other program logistics
  • Assisting with leading and collaborating with a team of other student leaders
  • Booking and supporting a meetings with a team of five Black Student Orientation Executives and other partners 

Qualifications

  • Currently an undergraduate student at the University of Toronto, or did undergraduate studies at the University of Toronto
  • Experience planning and executing events and programs for students
  • Experience with event marketing and various digital media platforms and tools 
  • Experience leading and collaborating well with other students and staff
  • Experience working within and across diverse communities, cultures, and contexts 
  • Understanding of systems of oppression whether through lived experience, theoretical work, or both 
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and achieve established goals 
  • Demonstrated ability to organize work, establish priorities, and meet deadlines while negotiating emergent needs. A high degree of flexibility and adaptability is required 
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, initiative, and time management
  • Good understanding of campus resources and supports for students 
  • Black students familiar with the College student experience preferred

Other Details

Number of Positions: 1 position available 

Hours of Work: 20-25 hours / week during regular business hours (~9am-5pm). 

  • Some evening and weekend work required. Must be available to work in person on campus

Hourly Rate: $22.47

Application Deadline: April 24, 2023 at 11:59pm 

Apply through clnx.utoronto.ca

Orientation Executives (CLOSED)

Thank you for your interest in the Orientation Executive position at New College. Recruitment for this position is officially CLOSED. Should vacancies on the team arise, more information will be posted here.

Positions: 8 volunteer positions + $1000 honoraria

Orientation Executives (OEs) work with the Orientation Coordinators and the New College Orientation Planning Functional Group to plan, prepare, and deliver New Roots, New College’s Traditional Orientation program. In addition to working as a team with the Orientation Coordinators and the Orientation Planning Committee, Executives will be primarily responsible for one portfolio in addition to supporting the other portfolios making up the Executive team. The bulk of the work of these roles is completed between May and September, with some final reporting required in September and October.  

Prior to New Roots, Orientation Executives attend Orientation Leader training. This includes: JOLT (Joint Orientation Leader Training) for 4 days in August, NCOLT (New College Orientation Leader Training) for 3 days in late August, and IAR Training (Identify, Assist and Refer), an online module.

The University of Toronto and the Office of Residence and Student Life embrace Diversity and are building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. 

Apply here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=JsKqeAMvTUuQN7RtVsVSECKdDrBRjmxClrJ8tWhVrQFUMEpNSFM3V1BPMUtMVFE5VTRSVVFUQk1GNy4u

Deadline to Apply: Monday, April 3 at 9:00AM (EST) 

See below for the three portfolios of the Orientation Executive team and what these roles look like in practice: 

Portfolio: Programs

Programs Executives design and develop logistics for programs as part of New Roots Orientation, focusing on developing learning outcomes for all. This includes: 

  • Planning events and programs that includes centralized and partnered events from start to finish. This may include booking speakers, ordering supplies, and reaching out to external groups. 
  • Completing risk assessment program proposal for each event 
  • Organizing food logistics for meals and snacks during Orientation 
  • Tracking finances and spending 
  • Securing bookings with outside vendors as it relates to materials and/or activities that are part of the program. 
  • Preparing supplies and clear instructions for Event Leaders to set-up programs/events 
  • Serving as first point of contact for Event Leader team 
  • Collaborating with the OCs and other Executives to develop a sequenced schedule for programs. 
  • Long working days as Orientation approaches and through Orientation week 
Portfolio: Marketing & Promotion 

Marketing and Promotions Executives develop, market and monitor the (social) media presence for New Roots Orientation. This includes: 

  • Contributing to the production of the program’s visual identity (logo, branding, schedule etc.) 
  • Working with graphic designer to develop logos and media templates 
  • Moderating social media content and working with Orientation Influencers to create engaging real-time posts 
  • Communicating key pieces of information (registration, ticket pricing, contests, schedule etc.) to incoming students via email (using MailChimp) and social media (Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook).  
  • Editing and updating Quercus Orientation page 
  • Updating New College website and student guide as it relates to Orientation programming 
  • Engaging incoming students through developing interactive and informative social media campaigns. 
  • Serving as first point of contact for Orientation Influencer team 
  • Long working days as Orientation approaches and through Orientation week 

*Familiarity editing websites and videos is an asset 

*Providing a portfolio is recommended but not required 

Portfolio: Volunteer Management

Volunteer Management Executives are responsible for the logistics of program support and staffing as well as the development of a caring Orientation Leader team (Peer Leaders, Event Leaders, Orientation Influencers). This includes: 

  • Working with the OCs and all Executives to add staffing components toa logistics package for the New Roots Orientation program.  
  • Organizing socials and team-building opportunities for Executive and leaders 
  • Engage with leaders online on Teams and Discord 
  • Develop group-time logistics and activities and work with Peer Leaders to ensure they know them 
  • Create leader groups 
  • Working in partnership with ORSL staff to manage the team database to determine and update assignments throughout the summer and into September.  
  • Executing internal communication with all members of the Orientation Team. 
  • Serves as first point of contact for Peer Leader time, and also the first point of contact as it relates to general leader absences, issues as they arise, etc. 
  • Long working days as Orientation approaches and through Orientation week 
Orientation Leaders (CLOSED)
Peer Leader (volunteer position)

Peer Leaders act as leaders and role models to incoming students during New Roots Orientation and New Journeys International Welcome. This role might be right for you if: you love being in groups, being a conversation-starter, and being a mentor to students who may be looking for guidance and support. What this role looks like in practice: 

  • Prior to New Roots, Orientation Peer Leaders (PLs) attend Orientation Leader training. This includes: JOLT (Joint Orientation Leader Training) 4 days in August, NCOLT (New College Orientation Leader Training) mandatory in-person August 28th, 29th, 30th, and IAR Training (Identify, Assist and Refer) an online module. 
  • During New Roots, Peer Leaders are assigned a group of students. Peer Leaders are responsible for welcoming these students and facilitating connections, conversations, and fun! 
  • Peer Leaders may answer questions of incoming students, share resources and help make referrals to services on campus. 
  • PLs assist with Residence Move-In Day on Saturday, September 2 where they will assist incoming students find their residence rooms and assist with bags where possible 
  • Working as a collaborative peer team with Event Leaders and Orientation Influencers 
  • Long working days through Orientation week (September 3-7th, classes excepted). These days can be up to 12 hours long (10am-10pm), with breaks, free meals and more low energy moments throughout. 

Apply here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=JsKqeAMvTUuQN7RtVsVSECKdDrBRjmxClrJ8tWhVrQFUMEpNSFM3V1BPMUtMVFE5VTRSVVFUQk1GNy4u

Deadline to Apply: Wednesday, May 10 at 9:00AM (EST)

Event Leader (volunteer position)

An Event Leader’s (ELs) purpose is fostering an environment that supports the start of incoming students’ development by contributing to tasks that are required for the program to run efficiently and effectively. This role might be right for you if: you prefer clear-set tasks, like hands-on work and responsibility over tasks (rather than responsibility for a group/people), you might prefer less-social work, and like to help-out where needed. What this role looks like in practice:  

  • Prior to New Roots, Orientation Peer Leaders (PLs) attend Orientation Leader training. This includes: JOLT (Joint Orientation Leader Training) 4 days in August, NCOLT (New College Orientation Leader Training) mandatory in-person August 28th, 29th, 30th, and IAR Training (Identify, Assist and Refer) an online module. 
  • Taking leadership in event and program set-up and take-down in consultation with the Executive and the logistics package 
  • Set-up and take-down of meals and snacks 
  • Assisting with running of events when needed, and offering general “just on time” assistance to the Executives and Orientation Coordinators` 
  • ELs assist with Residence Move-In Day on Saturday, September 2 where they will assist incoming students find their residence rooms and assist with bags where possible 
  • Assist with New Journeys International Orientation as needed 
  • Working as a collaborative peer team with the Peer Leaders and Orientation Influencers 
  • Long working days through Orientation week (September 3-7th, classes excepted). These days can be up to 12 hours long (10am-10pm), with breaks, free meals and more low energy moments throughout. 

Apply here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=JsKqeAMvTUuQN7RtVsVSECKdDrBRjmxClrJ8tWhVrQFUMEpNSFM3V1BPMUtMVFE5VTRSVVFUQk1GNy4u

Deadline to Apply: Wednesday, May 10 at 9:00AM (EST)

Orientation Influencer (volunteer position)

An Orientation Influencer’s (OIs) purpose is fostering an environment that supports the start of incoming students’ development by contributing to creating a positive, high-energy and caring culture of Orientation. This role might be right for you if you: love singing or cheering loudly, don’t mind showing your face on social media, and you get energy from seeing others get hyped up. What this role looks like in practice: 

  • Prior to New Roots, Orientation Influencers (OIs) attend Orientation Leader training. This includes: JOLT (Joint Orientation Leader Training) 4 days in August, NCOLT (New College Orientation Leader Training) mandatory in-person August 28th, 29th, 30th, and IAR Training (Identify, Assist and Refer) an online module. 
  • Assist with New Journeys International Orientation as needed 
  • Leading cheers and songs and bringing the hype to the New College community 
  • Teaching and facilitating icebreakers with small and large groups 
  • Being a digital ambassador for Orientation on New College social media channels 
  • Capturing real-time events and social content as it is happening 
  • OIs assist with Residence Move-In Day on Saturday, September 2 where they will assist incoming students find their residence rooms and assist with bags where possible 
  • Working as a collaborative peer team with the Peer Leaders and Event Leaders 
  • Long working days through Orientation week (September 3-7th, classes excepted). These days can be up to 12 hours long (10am-10pm), with breaks, free meals and more low energy moments throughout. 

Apply here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=JsKqeAMvTUuQN7RtVsVSECKdDrBRjmxClrJ8tWhVrQFUMEpNSFM3V1BPMUtMVFE5VTRSVVFUQk1GNy4u

Deadline to Apply: Wednesday, May 10 at 9:00AM (EST)

2023-24 SPROUT Mentorship Opportunities

SPROUT E-Mentor (volunteer position – online only – Summer/Early Fall) (CLOSED)

E-Mentors provide a valuable virtual touch-point to new students through the E-Mentorship program as they begin to connect into New College and the University of Toronto for the first time. E-Mentors assist ORSL (Office of Residence and Student Life) in the delivery of E-Mentorship, an early welcome email and online program for all incoming students. ORSL sends bi-weekly emails with just-in-time information that may prompt questions from new students during the summer and early fall. What this role looks like in practice: 

  • Responding to questions/concerns via email from new students and/or referring them to the proper resources (approximately 5-10 emails a week) during May, June, July, August and September. 
  • Submitting a simple report bi-weekly that includes the type of questions that have been received to inform the future newsletters. 

Apply here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=JsKqeAMvTUuQN7RtVsVSECKdDrBRjmxClrJ8tWhVrQFUMEpNSFM3V1BPMUtMVFE5VTRSVVFUQk1GNy4u

Deadline to Apply: Wednesday, May 10 at 9:00AM (EST)

SPROUT Mentor (volunteer position – Fall/Winter) (CLOSED)

The SPROUT Mentorship program provides each incoming New College student with the opportunity to develop a relationship that ensures support during their first year. SPROUT Mentorship is an opportunity for first year students to be paired with an upper year New College student. SPROUT Mentors are assigned a small group (2-3) of first-year students in October who opt-in for a deeper mentorship relationship which requires monthly touchpoints with mentees. What this role looks like in practice: 

  • Attending monthly mentor meetings led by the Student Life Program Coordinator which provides ORSL (Office of Residence and Student Life) updates, trainings, and new information about programming and service delivery. 
  • Monthly meetings with your mentees (virtual or in-person) 
  • Serving as a year-long ambassador between September and April to promote programming and support opportunities that are available to New College students. 
  • Submitting a simple monthly report that includes the type of conversations that have been occurring to inform future trainings and resource referrals. 

Apply here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=JsKqeAMvTUuQN7RtVsVSECKdDrBRjmxClrJ8tWhVrQFUMEpNSFM3V1BPMUtMVFE5VTRSVVFUQk1GNy4u

Deadline to Apply: Wednesday, May 10 at 9:00AM (EST)

2023-2024 Academic Year Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in a Residence Life/Student Life position at New College. Recruitment for the 2023-2024 academic year is officially CLOSED. Should vacancies on the team arise, more information will be posted here.

Residence Dons Recruitment 2023-2024 (CLOSED)

Thank you for your interest in a residence don position at New College. Recruitment for the 2023-2024 academic year is officially CLOSED. Should vacancies on the team arise, more information will be posted here.

Application Package & Information

More information about Don Recruitment can be found here. (Hyperlink available)

Information Sessions

Need more information? Want to know what it takes to be a Residence Don? Come to an information session.

New College Don Hiring Info Session #2
Tuesday, January 10th, 2023 from 9-10 PM
Location: ZOOM.
Zoom Link: https://utoronto.zoom.us/j/84863471902 (Passcode: 944431)

New College Don Hiring Info Session #3
Thursday, January 12th, 2023 from 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Location: William Doo Auditorium (45 Willcocks Street, Toronto, ON, M5S 1C7)

All Information Sessions will be approximately 60 minutes including time for Q&A.

Missed an information session? A copy of the slides is available here.

Our Recruitment Timeline

Application Submission and Initial Review

Completed applications (online submissions only) should be submitted by Sunday, January 15th, 2023 @ 11:59 PM. Applications will be reviewed by the hiring panel and successful candidates will be notified if they are advancing to the first round of interviews.

First Round of Interviews – Group Interview

Successful candidates will be invited to attend a group (carousel) interview scheduled on February 5th, 2023. Candidates who are moving on to the group interview will be notified by January 30th, 2023 at 5 PM.

Second Round of Interviews

Following the group interview, a number of candidates will be invited to attend a second-round panel interview to be held between February 13th, 2023 and March 17th, 2023.

Common Offer Date

Divisions will begin making offers after March 1st, 2023. You retain the right to examine all offers you receive until the Common Acceptance Date (see below). New College will make its offers in the end of March 2023.

Common Response Date

You may receive offers from multiple divisions. You are expected to confirm OR decline an offer to a single division by March 30th, 2023.

Miscellaneous

We thank all applicants for their interest and wish to clarify that only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. We will provide feedback only to those who have been invited to an Interview. This feedback will be provided only after the recruitment process is completed (I.e., late April – May 2023).

Learning eXperience Assistants & Senior Learning eXperience Assistant (CLOSED)

Thank you for your interest in a Learning eXperience Assistant (LXA) position at New College. Recruitment for the 2023-2024 academic year is officially CLOSED. Should vacancies on the team arise, more information will be posted here.

Application Package & Information

More information about LXA Recriutment is available here:

Senior LXA Job Description & Application Process

LXA Job Description & Application Process

Information Sessions

Need more information? Want to know what it takes to be a Learning eXperience Assistant? Come to an information session.

New College Residence Life Hiring Info Session #2
Tuesday, January 10th, 2023 from 9-10 PM
Location: ZOOM.
Zoom Link: https://utoronto.zoom.us/j/84863471902 (Passcode: 944431)

New College Residence Life Hiring Info Session #3
Thursday, January 12th, 2023 from 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Location: William Doo Auditorium (45 Willcocks Street, Toronto, ON, M5S 1C7)

All Information Sessions will be approximately 60 minutes including time for Q&A.

Missed an information session? A copy of the slides is available here.

Our Recruitment Timeline

Application Submission and Initial Review

Completed applications (online submissions only) should be submitted by Sunday, January 15th, 2023 @ 11:59 PM. Applications will be reviewed by the hiring panel and successful candidates will be notified if they are advancing to the first round of interviews.

First Round of Interviews – Group Interview

Successful candidates will be invited to attend a group (carousel) interview scheduled on February 5th, 2023. Candidates who are moving on to the group interview will be notified by January 30th, 2023 at 5 PM.

Second Round of Interviews

Following the group interview, a number of candidates will be invited to attend a second-round panel interview to be held between February 13th, 2023 and March 17th, 2023.

Miscellaneous

We thank all applicants for their interest and wish to clarify that only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. We will provide feedback only to those who have been invited to an Interview. This feedback will be provided only after the recruitment process is completed (I.e., late April – May 2023).

Commuter Advisors (CLOSED)

Thank you for your interest in a Commuter Advisor position at New College. Recruitment for the 2023-2024 academic year is officially CLOSED. Should vacancies on the team arise, more information will be posted here.

Job Description: 

Commuter Advisors support the year-long operation of  Student Life programming by leading and mentoring New College students (first-year and beyond). What this role looks like in practice:  

  • Commuter Advisors are responsible for keeping  informed of ongoing programming opportunities to ensure all students are supported.   
  • Provide programming expertise and facilitate social and developmental events for commuter students throughout Fall and Winter terms. This includes planning and preparing weekly drop-in programs open to all students (Community Hours).  
  • Developing social media content that focuses on timely commuter information such as weather and transit updates  
  • Planning and designing Student Life and Leadership bulletin board  
  • Attending a weekly team meeting  
  • Commuter Advisors also support the day-to-day operations of ORSL by joining projects at the direction of the Student Life Programs Coordinator and the Assistant to the Dean, Student Life and Leadership which might include Let’s Talk Days or general promotion. 

Please note this role is fully in-person and requires work hours at the Office of Residence and Student Life (40 Willcocks). 

Time Commitment: 

– Training: Traning the last two weeks of August (2 weeks, 8-hour days. Meals provided). Additional in-service training as needed 

Role: 8 to 12 hours per week 

Compensation: 

  • $15.50/hour 
  • CCR validation 
  • Pre-service and in-service training 
  • safeTALK certification 

More Information about the role: 

Need more information? Want to know what it takes to be a Commuter Advisor? Check out these resources: 

Commuter Advisor Ask-Me-Anything LIVE! Join the Commuter Advisors as they take part in Community Hours in the Wilson Lounge (40 Willcocks) at the following times: 

Tuesday November 29th, 12-2pm 

Wednesday November 30th, 3-5pm 

Thursday December 1st, 2-4pm 

Tuesday December 6th, 12-2pm 

Wednesday December 7th, 3-5pm 

Thursday December 8th, 2-4pm 

(more dates to come during the week of January 9th

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Our Recruitment Timeline

Application Submission and Initial Review 

Completed applications (online submissions only) should be submitted by Sunday, January 15th, 2023 @ 11:59 PM. Applications will be reviewed by the hiring panel and successful candidates will be notified if they are advancing to the first round of interviews. 

First Round of Interviews – Group Interview 

Successful candidates will be invited to attend a group (carousel) interview scheduled on February 5th, 2023. Candidates who are moving on to the group interview will be notified by January 30th, 2023 at 5 PM. 

Second Round of Interviews 

Following the group interview, a number of candidates will be invited to attend a second-round panel interview to be held in mid-February. 

Offer Date 

Offers will be made by the end of February 2023. 

Miscellaneous 

We thank all applicants for their interest and wish to clarify that only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. 

Commuter Advisor (BIPOC-Focus) (CLOSED)

Thank you for your interest in a Commuter Advisor (BIPOC-Focus) position at New College. Recruitment for the 2023-2024 academic year is officially CLOSED. Should vacancies on the team arise, more information will be posted here.

Job Description: 

Commuter Advisors support the year-long operation of Student Life programming by leading and mentoring  New College students (first-year and beyond). Commuter Advisors support commuter students, who are those students who do not live on campus. These roles bring considerations of BIPOC students into program planning and will work as part of a larger 4-person Commuter Advisor team. What this role looks like in practice:  

  • Commuter Advisors are responsible for keeping informed of ongoing programming opportunities to ensure all students are supported.  
  • Provide programming expertise and facilitate social and developmental events for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Colour) commuter students throughout Fall and Winter terms. This includes planning and preparing weekly drop-in programs (may be identity-focused).   
  • Developing social media content that is specific to BIPOC Commuter population  
  • Attending a weekly team meeting  
  • Planning and designing Student Life and Leadership bulletin board  
  • Commuter Advisors also support the day-to-day operations of ORSL by joining projects at the direction of the Student Life Programs Coordinator and the Assistant to the Dean, Student Life and Leadership which might include Let’s Talk Days or general promotion.  

Please note this role is fully in-person and requires work hours at the Office of Residence and Student Life (40 Willcocks). 

Time Commitment: 

– Training:  Training the last 2 weeks of August (2 weeks, 8-hour days. Meals provided). Additional in-service training as needed 

Role: 8 to 12 hours per week 

Compensation: 

  • $15.50/hour 
  • CCR validation 
  • Pre-service and in-service training 
  • safeTALK certification 

More Information about the role: 

Need more information? Want to know what it takes to be a Commuter Advisor? Check out these resources: 

Commuter Advisor Ask-Me-Anything LIVE! Join the Commuter Advisors as they take part in Community Hours in the Wilson Lounge (40 Willcocks) at the following times: 

Tuesday November 29th, 12-2pm 

Wednesday November 30th, 3-5pm 

Thursday December 1st, 2-4pm 

Tuesday December 6th, 12-2pm 

Wednesday December 7th, 3-5pm 

Thursday December 8th, 2-4pm 

(more dates to come during the week of January 9th

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Our Recruitment Timeline

Application Submission and Initial Review 

Completed applications (online submissions only) should be submitted by Sunday, January 15th, 2023 @ 11:59 PM. Applications will be reviewed by the hiring panel and successful candidates will be notified if they are advancing to the first round of interviews. 

First Round of Interviews – Group Interview 

Successful candidates will be invited to attend a group (carousel) interview scheduled on February 5th, 2023. Candidates who are moving on to the group interview will be notified by January 30th, 2023 at 5 PM. 

Second Round of Interviews 

Following the group interview, a number of candidates will be invited to attend a second-round panel interview to be held in mid-February. 

Offer Date 

Offers will be made by the end of February 2023. 

Miscellaneous 

We thank all applicants for their interest and wish to clarify that only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted. 

*BIPOC: Black, Indigenous, Students of Colour 

Orientation Coordinators (OCs) (CLOSED)

Thank you for your interest in an Orientation Coordinator position at New College. Recruitment for the 2023-2024 academic year is officially CLOSED. Should vacancies on the team arise, more information will be posted here.

Job Description: 

Orientation Coordinators (OCs) are the drivers of New Roots, New College’s Traditional Orientation program. OCs coordinate a program that has a budget of ~$100,000 that is designed to support the transition of over 1500 incoming New College students to their new learning environment at the University of Toronto. These roles report into the Assistant Dean, Student Life and Leadership at the Office of Residence and Student Life. What this role looks like in practice:  

  • Assist in hiring and lead coordination of a team of ~100 student leaders   
  • Plan and implement a suite of orientation programs that are designed to support incoming students’ transition-in to their first year at the College.    
  • Hiring and leading a 9-person student executive team   
  • Modeling caring leadership to your team as well as incoming New College students  
  • Work with the Office of Residence and Student Life, New College Student Council, New College Student Services Committee (NEWSS), and the Orientation Team to create opportunities for incoming students to connect to community, prepare for success, and support their growth at New College and the University of Toronto.  
  • Assist in the hiring of paid positions such as graphic designers, and photographers.  
  • Lead the process in providing a transition report for the following year’s Executive and Orientation Coordinators (September-November).  
  • Long working days as Orientation approaches and through Orientation week. 

Please note this role is fully in-person and requires work hours at the Office of Residence and Student Life (40 Willcocks). 

Time Commitment: 

– Training: Hiring training (1.5 days) in March. Bi-weekly central orientation training (2 hours bi-weekly). JOLT/IAR (asynchronous, ~10 hours + 3 hours synchronous during the summer. Synchronous in August, flexible dates/times), and NCOLT (3 days last week of August)  

– Role: 3 to 8 hours per week (March to April), 35 hours per week (May to August), 40+ hours Orientation Week, 3 hours per week (September to November) 

Compensation: 

  • $15.50/hour 
  • Stipend of $1000 upon completion of all Orientation Project Charter requirements 
  • CCR validation 
  • Pre-service and in-service training 
  • safeTALK certification 

More Information about the role: 

Need more information? Want to know what it takes to be an Orientation Coordinator? Check out these resources: 

Orientation Coordinator (OC) Ask-Me-Anything LIVE! Join Frances (last year’s OC) as she takes part in Community Hours in the Wilson Lounge (40 Willcocks) at the following times: 

Tuesday November 29th, 12-2pm 

Thursday December 1st, 2-4pm 

Tuesday December 6th, 12-2pm 

Thursday December 8th, 2-4pm 

(more dates to come during the week of January 9th

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Our Recruitment Timeline

Application Submission and Initial Review 

Completed applications (online submissions only) should be submitted by Sunday, January 15th, 2023 @ 11:59 PM. Applications will be reviewed by the hiring panel and successful candidates will be notified if they are advancing to the first round of interviews. 

First Round of Interviews – Group Interview 

Successful candidates will be invited to attend a group (carousel) interview scheduled on February 5th, 2023. Candidates who are moving on to the group interview will be notified by January 30th, 2023 at 5 PM. 

Second Round of Interviews 

Following the group interview, a number of candidates will be invited to attend a second-round panel interview to be held in mid-February. 

Offer Date 

Offers will be made by the end of February 2023. 

Miscellaneous 

We thank all applicants for their interest and wish to clarify that only those candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.  

Hiring Resources

We know the hiring process can be a difficult, stressful, and confusing time for many students. To support you in this process, consider the following resources from the University of Toronto’s Career Education and Exploration team and the Office of Residence and Student Life at New College. 

Self-Directed Learning 

Potential candidates may wish to consider Career Exploration and Education’s Career Resource Library, an online collection of interactive PDF guides that will help you prepare application documents and navigate job interviews. Three we highly recommend to students interested in leadership opportunities with our office: 

One-to-One Support 

Potential candidates looking for more individualized and tailored support may wish to consider booking a Career Advising Appointment with a Career Educator or Peer Advisor. These 20-30-minute sessions support students in developing a strategy and exploring their options through their career journey. Some sessions we highly recommend to students interested in leadership opportunities with our office:  

  • Resume and Cover Letter Review 
  • Application Review 
  • Interview Prep 
  • Interview Practice 

New College Hiring Workshops 

Join the Office of Residence and Student Life and our campus partners for the following hiring workshops and sessions designed to support you in the hiring process: 

CareerSMART – Find Your Magic…and land your first job!

March 8th, 2023, 3-5pm, William Doo Auditorium (Basement of 45 Willcocks St.)

Finding your first job has to do with finding your magic. In other words, when we know what our strengths, skills, interests, and values are – and how to share them with others – we are better able to find work. Especially when you’re just starting off, it can be difficult to know what your magic is. Through this workshop, you will build confidence on what you uniquely are poised to offer, and how to share that with others.

In this interactive workshop, we will be exploring a variety of questions and topics related to finding our magic:

  • Identify skills, strengths, interests, and knowledge from across your life experiences, and how they can help you find work
  • Learn how to create magical tools (also known as resumes and cover letters), even if you don’t have “formal” work experience 
  • Identify ways to talk about yourself and your magic in networking and interviews

Note: This workshop is hosted by New College, but is open to all students!

Student Life and Leadership Hiring Info Session

March 13th, 2023, 3:30-4:30pm, online-synchronous

The Info session has been postponed to Wednesday, March 15, 4pm-5pm

Join us for an opportunity to learn about the different roles available as part of New College Orientation and the SPROUT Mentorship Program. In this session you will learn: the different roles, the time commitment and engagement required, the recruitment process, and how to receive further support in your application. There will be an opportunity to ask questions live to the Student Life and Leadership team.

Meeting Details

  • Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88160060552?pwd=R2xxRnhiM2tqWEpSd2tvdXNFY3dXUT09
  • Meeting ID: 881 6006 0552
  • Passcode: NC

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