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International work-study jobs

To apply for these positions, you must be eligible for the International work-study program in the fall term. All jobs are open to students in any faculty, unless otherwise stated.

International Work-Study Student Application (PDF)

Academic Integrity Application Developer

Job #:	0259-I
Department:	Office of Academic Integrity / Lusi Wong Library – Renison University College
Pay Rate:	$15.00 per hour
Hours:	7 per week
Job Description:	Support the technical team in the deployment of the mobile academic integrity application at UW including set-up, development and testing of the app for students, and the maintenance of the application web server Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code Implement performance and quality modules Integration of code developed by other developers Build efficient, testable, and reusable PHP modules Solve complex performance problems and architectural challenges Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to these problems
Qualifications:	Enrolled in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems or related area Linux and database administration Strong knowledge of PHP web frameworks Proficient in PHP, HTML5, JavaScript, JQuery Expert Understanding the fully synchronous behavior of PHP Excellent relational database skills with MySQL Understanding of MVC design patterns Basic understanding of front-end technologies, such as JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3 Knowledge of object-oriented PHP programming Database Architecture, Query Overall database administration and support/operations experience MySQL database administration

Assistant to the Technical Director

Job #:	0163-I
Department:	Drama
Pay Rate:	$15.00 per hour
Hours:	10 per week
Job Description:	The Assistant to the Technical Director will support the operations of the 2 theatrical spaces run by the Department of Drama and Speech Communication (Theatre of the Arts & Studio 180) which include classes, maintenance and rentals. Jobs will include, but are not limited to: Sweeping & mopping Lighting hangs and focuses Operating lighting and sound consoles for rental clients General theatre maintenance and inventory
Qualifications:	This position requires a person of technical competence to support the operation of the theatres. The incumbent should be able to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders and operate power tools. Prior knowledge of audio and/or lighting systems is required.

ELI Programs Assistant

Job #:	0246-I
Department:	Renison English Language Institute
Pay Rate:	$14.00 per hour
Hours:	8 per week
Job Description:	Support the Renison English Language Institute (ELI) with administrative tasks including filing and sorting Provide customer service assistance to students who visit the ELI office Answer general questions about the University of Waterloo, Renison University College, and the ELI’s programs Support with data input and generating data reports related to ELI’s events, including feedback surveys Assist in the organization and logistical coordination of events and activities in the ELI Provide support to the ELI administrative assistant regarding ELI airport shuttle service reservations; coordinating student arrivals and departure times for new students arriving to Renison from the Toronto International Airport; be available in evenings or weekends occasionally to welcome students arriving to Renison from the airport, and assisting students with their move-in to residence or introducing students to their homestay families
Qualifications:	Competent Microsoft Office skills, including Publisher, Word, and Excel Excellent communication, organizational and time management skills Able to work independently in a busy, multi-purpose environment Demonstrate creativity and flexibility with excellent customer service skills Experience or interest working with English Language Learners and building event management experience Aware of student services at the University of Waterloo

Information and Communication Officer (Board of Directors Administrative Assistant)

Job #:	0102-I
Department:	Imprint Publications
Pay Rate:	$14.00 per hour
Hours:	10 per week
Job Description:	Update databases for distribution; key card; invoicing; and volunteers per term Committee Participation for promotions; CUP; anniversary party Board Participation for organizing Board agendas and minutes online; organize Board pictures for office display and online; AGM; Annual Plan research; Grant research Miscellaneous jobs include Section Editor organizing charts; update and reorganize office stock and storage closet; bound volumes and update all databases pertaining to these items Other duties as required
Qualifications:	Excellent people skills Computer savvy Organizational and time-management skills

International Student Experience Assistant

Job #:	0264-I
Department:	Student Success Office
Pay Rate:	$14.00 per hour
Hours:	10 per week
Job Description:	Communicate with students over social media posts Order supplies needed for programming initiatives Compile and update student information in Excel as needed Support Coordinators in their various portfolios as needed
Qualifications:	Detail oriented and thorough Intermediate experience using Microsoft Excel Fluent in English Proficient in online communications (email, social media etc.) Resourceful Ability to collaborate and work independently

Project Assistant

Job #:	0248-I
Department:	Campus Wellness Administration
Pay Rate:	$14.00 per hour
Hours:	10 per week
Job Description:	We are working on a large project to scan hard-copy documents into our electronic medical record. Each page needs to be scanned and electronically filed with the appropriate person’s electronic medical chart. This individual will be responsible to maintain confidentiality at all times. A good opportunity to work in a health-care environment on campus
Qualifications:	Works independently Self-starter Detail oriented Reliable Ability to lift and move boxes of documents Past experience with data entry or in a health-care environment is an asset

Publicity Assistant

Job #:	0263-I
Department:	Theatre and Performance
Pay Rate:	$15.00 per hour
Hours:	10 per week
Job Description:	The Publicity Assistant will work directly with the Production Manager/Theatre Manager to continue updating the Department website and support the publicity campaign for the department’s productions and events. Duties will include: Creating, posting and managing content for the department's social media feeds Maintaining media and outreach contact lists Helping to generate free coverage in the form of print, radio, television and internet items Adding content to the performance archives online Creating flyers and posters for events
Qualifications:	High degree of self-discipline, personal initiative, and strong task organizational skills Social media savvy is a requirement for this position – Instagram, Facebook, SnapChat and other platforms Ideally have experience creating and maintaining web pages; training in WCMS is an asset Must have excellent interpersonal communication skills, experience with resolving conflict and skills related to working with multiple stakeholders (empathy and diplomacy) Must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Photoshop; knowledge Adobe InDesign is an asset

Video Editor

Job #:	0258-I
Department:	Lusi Wong Library – Renison University College
Pay Rate:	$14.00 per hour
Hours:	7 per week
Job Description:	Storying Women’s Educational Leadership (SWEL) requires a student video editor to support fellow undergraduate students in producing digital shorts. The student will provide leadership in the post-production of oral histories to make five digital short videos for public viewing at a later stage. The student will be expected to complete most editing in October and November in collaboration with groups of undergraduate students.
Qualifications:	The student should be familiar with basic video editing software and should be able to translate scripting into a final video.

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