We are looking for creative, energetic, fun individuals who have a passion for science, engineering, and technology.
During the months of July and August, Program Assistants (PAs) will be working on a "low ratio" or "as needed" basis in the camp rooms with campers from our High Needs Support Program. In addition, PAs will also be working as a support to leaders in the camp rooms.
Program Assistant positions are available for Summer 2023.
- Each PA will be scheduled on main campus at University of Waterloo. They will be placed in one ESQ camp, depending on camper needs
- Program Assistants are responsible for familiarizing themselves with the ESQ Support Program.
- This is starting in late June and ending in August.
Who should apply
If you have the following, you'll be a great fit for us:
- Experience working with children requiring extra support
- A background in science, engineering, and/or education
- Able to adapt to new situations quickly
- A demonstrated ability to manage, redirect, encourage and engage with children requiring additional support and attention as well as communicating directly with parents.
Lived Experience
A primary focus of Engineering Outreach programming is to reach equity deserving groups who have been historically underrepresented in STEM fields; these equity deserving groups include Black Youth, Indigenous Youth, Girls and Non-binary Youth, Persons with Disabilities, Racialized Communities and Youth facing socioeconomic disadvantages. Candidates with lived experiences in one or more of these communities are encouraged to apply for the position.
How to apply
Create an application package that contains the following in a single PDF. Please ensure that your name is on every page of your application:
- Cover letter
- Resume
- 2 references
- 1-page description of how you would modify the write-up linked below to accommodate a child with different learning abilities or physical capabilities. Please state at the outset of the description what traits you are modifying for.*
Sample Activity (Toroidal Tornado) pdf
*If you have worked with us previously as a Program Assistant, you do not need to complete the modified sample activity
ESQ will only consider complete applications and will not follow up with any candidates who submit incomplete applications.
Interviews
Interviews will take place in early 2023. We will reach out to you!